The United States has revoked the visa of Colombian President Gustavo Petro following controversial comments he made at a pro-Palestinian demonstration in New York, marking a sharp escalation in tensions between Washington and Bogotá. The U.S. State Department announced the decision on Friday, describing Petro’s conduct as “reckless and incendiary.” During the rally, held […]
Grammy-winning Nigerian music star, Burna Boy, has shed light on the origins of his now world-famous stage name, explaining that it grew out of his childhood imagination of being a superhero. Born Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, Burna Boy said the idea for his name was inspired by his early love for drawing comic book characters. […]
The United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills Jr., has said that Abia State holds enormous investment prospects for American businesses, stressing that the State’s economic vision aligns closely with U.S. commercial interests. Ambassador Mills made the remarks during a courtesy visit to Governor Alex Otti at his country home in Isialangwa South, where […]
A Nigerian teacher and education advocate, Mr. Oluwaseyi Anifowose, has been recognized by the Guinness World Records for organizing the largest assembly of educators in history. The achievement was made possible through the “Let There Be Teachers Conference 2025,” held on September 20 at Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos. According to a statement […]
Reno Omokri, a former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, has cautioned men to differentiate between genuine affection and financial dependency in relationships. According to Omokri, a woman who expects to be “funded” early on in a relationship may not be a suitable partner. He emphasized that while it’s acceptable to have a good time […]
A standoff between the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has taken a dramatic turn. The union has ordered seven branches to cut off crude oil and gas supplies to the $20 billion facility, citing the refinery’s alleged anti-labour practices and unlawful sacking of union […]
The United States has lifted visa restrictions previously imposed on Ghana, restoring eligibility for five-year, multiple-entry visas for Ghanaian citizens. The decision follows months of diplomatic engagement between Accra and Washington and Ghana’s recent acceptance of deportees from the U.S. and other West African countries. Ghana’s Foreign Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, confirmed the development […]
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced a sharp rise in its monthly profit, recording ₦539 billion for August 2025, a 91.3 percent increase compared to ₦185 billion in July. The company’s August revenue also climbed to ₦4.655 trillion, up from ₦4.406 trillion in July, according to figures released in its latest […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Lagos for a working visit as Nigeria prepares for a modest commemoration of its 65th Independence Anniversary. The President flew into Lagos on Friday, September 26, after attending the coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, in Oyo State. His stop in Lagos marks […]
The United Nations is set to reimpose sweeping sanctions on Iran starting Sunday, following the collapse of nuclear talks with Western powers. Despite efforts by Russia and China to delay the sanctions, the UN Security Council voted against it, paving the way for the reinstatement of sanctions that were suspended under the 2015 nuclear […]
