The United States has significantly escalated its pressure on the Venezuelan government by announcing a $25 million bounty on President Nicolás Maduro, accusing him of leading a transnational drug trafficking and narco-terrorism ring. The declaration, made by the U.S. Department of State, reaffirms Washington’s long-standing position that Maduro is not only an illegitimate leader […]
Former U.S. Vice President, Kamala Harris has formally announced that she will not contest the 2026 California gubernatorial election, ending speculation about her potential return to state-level politics. In a statement released on Tuesday, Harris said the decision came after “deep reflection,” emphasizing that her focus would remain on national engagement and political advocacy. […]
The Nigeria Police Force has commenced a promotion exercise to elevate long-serving Inspectors to the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), in a move aimed at boosting morale and rewarding years of service. The Police Service Commission (PSC), which oversees police personnel matters, has issued a deadline of August 29, 2025, for eligible […]
A Nigerian journalist, Maazi Obinna Akuwudike, has been jailed after reportedly refusing a court directive to produce a defamatory audio jingle aimed at Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The controversial jingle, he claims, was commissioned by fugitive media personality Sandra Duru—popularly known as “Prof. Mgbeke”—allegedly as part of a politically motivated smear campaign linked to Senate […]
Shanghai police have dismantled a criminal syndicate in a significant crackdown on counterfeit goods, involved in the production and distribution of fake Labubu designer toys, seizing over 5,000 counterfeit units valued at more than 12 million yuan (approximately $1.7 million). The raid, which took place earlier in July, marks one of the largest […]
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to set up cattle breeding centres across the country’s six geopolitical zones in a renewed effort to modernize livestock production, improve food security, and reduce the persistent conflict between farmers and herders. The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Aliyu Abdullahi, disclosed this […]
Flights across the United Kingdom experienced significant delays and cancellations on Tuesday, July 30, following a major technical fault at the Swanwick Air Traffic Control Centre in Hampshire. The disruption affected operations nationwide and led to the grounding of aircraft for nearly 20 minutes during one of the busiest travel periods of the summer. […]
At least eight buildings have collapsed following a torrential downpour that caused widespread flooding across Maiduguri Metropolis and Jere Local Government Area in Borno State on Wednesday, July 30. The heavy rainfall, which began around 6:15 a.m. and lasted for approximately three hours, overwhelmed several riverbank communities, leaving many residents displaced and property severely […]
Political commentator and former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has spoken out in strong defence of the Super Falcons after a wave of online criticism followed their decision to kneel while greeting President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu during their recent visit to Aso Rock. The Nigerian women’s national football team had paid […]
In a renewed effort to promote access to quality education, the Katsina Local Government has awarded academic scholarships to 96 deserving students, reinforcing its commitment to youth empowerment through education. The scholarship certificates were officially presented in a modest but impactful ceremony attended by local officials, community leaders, and beneficiaries. The recipients, a mix […]
