The Ebonyi State Police Command has arrested a middle-aged man, Chukwuma Onwe, for allegedly selling his five-day-old son for ₦1.5 million. According to police reports, the arrest followed a tip-off from Onwe’s fiancée, Philomena Iroko, who became suspicious after Onwe claimed he had given the baby to his sister for care. Iroko reportedly alerted […]
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has asserted that the National Assembly will not allow any member to undermine its integrity or hold its proceedings hostage. Speaking on Friday during plenary, Akpabio emphasized that the legislature stands as a pillar of Nigeria’s democracy and must be respected by all lawmakers. He warned that any attempts to […]
French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister, just four days after Lecornu resigned following a brief 27-day tenure. The sudden return comes after Lecornu’s initial cabinet collapsed within 14 hours amid sharp opposition criticism. Lecornu, 39, accepted the role “out of duty” and has been given full autonomy by Macron […]
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appealed to U.S. President Donald Trump to help broker a peace deal to end the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia. The appeal came during what Zelensky described as a “very positive and productive” phone call held on Saturday. According to a statement from the Ukrainian presidency, discussions centered […]
The Brooklyn Museum has unveiled a captivating new exhibition, Monet and Venice, showcasing Claude Monet’s iconic 1908 visit to the Italian city. The exhibition offers visitors a rare glimpse into a pivotal chapter of the legendary Impressionist’s career, focusing on his serene and luminous depictions of Venice. Running from October 11, 2025, to February […]
Jessica Pegula pulled off a sensational victory on Saturday, October 11, 2025, ending Aryna Sabalenka’s perfect record at the Wuhan Open and securing a spot in an all-American final against Coco Gauff. Pegula, ranked No. 5 in the world, fought back from a set down to defeat Sabalenka 2-6, 6-4, 7-6(2). The Belarusian star, […]
Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana has announced that he will lead a legal team to take action against oil companies responsible for environmental degradation in the Niger Delta. Falana made the announcement during the 30th anniversary memorial lecture of Ken Saro-Wiwa in Port Harcourt, emphasizing the urgent need for justice for oil-producing […]
The Liquefied Petroleum Gas Retailers Association of Nigeria (LPGAR) has denied responsibility for the recent surge in cooking gas prices, attributing the increase to broader supply chain challenges rather than retailer actions. Speaking in a statement on Saturday, LPGAR Chairman Ayobami Olarinoye explained that retailers operate solely as intermediaries, purchasing gas from plant owners […]
Former Vice President Architect Namadi Sambo has been officially turbaned as the Sardaunan Zazzau, one of the highest traditional titles in the Zazzau Emirate, during a ceremony held on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the Emir’s Palace in Zaria, Kaduna State. The event was presided over by the current Emir, Alhaji Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli. Sambo […]
Palestinians began returning to Gaza City on Friday following a fragile truce that has brought a temporary pause to the recent intense clashes between Israeli forces and Hamas militants. Residents who had fled the city amid the fighting were met with widespread devastation. Streets were littered with rubble, homes were destroyed, and essential services […]
