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Personnel from the newly formed private security outfit, Iru Ekun Security Network, have reportedly arrested two suspected kidnappers and successfully rescued their victims during an operation in Osun State. The security breakthrough comes on the heels of the security firm’s recent proposals to expand its grassroots footprint and collaborate with state governments across the South-West […]
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for greater recognition of Africa as an equal partner in global affairs, emphasizing the need for the continent to play a more central role in discussions on trade, governance, innovation and sustainable development. Obi made the call following a meeting with Alex Vines, Director of the […]
PRESS RELEASE June 12, 2026 DEMOCRACY DAY: TINUBU’S REFORMS TICK ALL BOXES, SAYS BAT-IG The Bola Ahmed Tinubu Ideological Group (BAT-IG) joins millions of Nigerians in celebrating the 2026 Democracy Day and commends President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for demonstrating uncommon courage and commitment in addressing long-standing national challenges through bold reforms and institutional strengthening. As […]
A Magistrate Court in Nomandland, Kano, has ordered the remand of a woman named Yasmin Shehu in a correctional facility. She is facing allegations of killing her boyfriend following a dispute that reportedly started over a phone charger. The court’s decision came as police continue their investigation into the incident. According to initial reports, the […]
President Donald Trump plans to celebrate his 80th birthday by hosting a major UFC cage fight tournament on the White House South Lawn. A giant arena called “The Claw” has been built for Sunday’s event, which will feature 14 Ultimate Fighting Championship contestants. The $60 million “UFC Freedom 250” event is also meant to kick […]
The Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, has warned that current heatwaves pose a serious challenge to maintaining drug potency. She spoke during an institute anniversary at the University of Ibadan’s College of Medicine. Adeyeye, represented by Inkem Ifudu, said protecting active pharmaceutical ingredients is now a front-burner issue. Adeyeye explained that heat stress acts […]
The Rivonia Trial remains one of the most defining moments of the 20th century. What South Africa’s apartheid regime intended to be a permanent silencing of its most potent critics instead became the catalyst for its eventual downfall. On June 12, 1964, Nelson Mandela and his co-accused were sentenced to life imprisonment. Rather than crushing […]
A fire outbreak was reported on Friday, June 12, 2026, at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, Abuja, causing disruption to medical services, with emergency responders swiftly mobilised to contain the situation. Eyewitnesses at the scene said the incident occurred earlier in the day around 11:30 am, with thick plumes of smoke seen rising […]
Nigeria’s oil and condensate production rose to an 11-month high in May, with crude output surpassing the country’s 1.5 million barrels per day production quota under the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), a development that could boost government revenues and strengthen Forex earnings. The country’s crude oil production averaged 1.53 million […]
South Africa is accelerating efforts to establish a domestic lithium-ion battery manufacturing industry, driven by a projected regional demand for 55 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of battery capacity by 2034. A March 2026 feasibility study indicates that construction of a 5–10 GWh LFP cell gigafactory is technically and commercially viable, with adequate demand to support […]
