A powerful earthquake measuring 6.3 on the Richter scale struck central Colombia on Sunday morning, shaking buildings, sparking panic in major cities, and prompting mass evacuations. Despite the quake’s strength and widespread impact, authorities confirmed that there were no fatalities, and only a few minor injuries were reported. According to the Colombian Geological […]
A British soldier has been arrested in Kenya on suspicion of rape, following an alleged incident near the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) in Nanyuki. The arrest was made by Kenyan authorities last month after the soldier reportedly visited a local bar with fellow servicemen. The UK’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) confirmed […]
In a symbolic show of unity, Governor Sanwo-Olu and Lagos APC elders met President Tinubu in Ikoyi, reaffirming loyalty and ending weeks of political tension. Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and members of the Lagos Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC) on Sunday paid a high-profile visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his private residence […]
France claimed third place in the Nations League with a 2-0 victory over Germany, courtesy of goals from Kylian Mbappé and Michael Olise. The game that was played In Stuttgart, Mbappé and Olise found the net to ensure France’s triumph over Germany in the 2024-25 Nations League on Sunday. Following a thrilling 5-4 […]
A British-Nigerian art dealer, Ogeneochuko Ojiri, has been jailed for 2.5 years for concealing high-value art deals connected to Nazem Ahmad, a man accused of supporting Hezbollah through financial backing. The 53-year-old, recognized for his appearances on the BBC’s *Antiques Road Trip*, confessed to selling artworks totaling around £140,000 to Ahmad, despite knowledge of […]
In a significant celebration of Nigeria’s democratic journey, President Bola Tinubu is set to confer national honours on selected legislators on June 12, marking the country’s Democracy Day. According to a statement released by the House Spokesman, Akin Rotimi Jr., on Sunday, the President will be the special guest of honour at a Special Joint […]
AC Milan star, Theo Hernández has yet to accept a transfer deal to Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal, despite a club-to-club agreement being reached over a week ago. According to renowned sports journalist and transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, the French left-back has not agreed to personal terms with Al Hilal, putting the entire deal in […]
A concerned citizen, Hauwa Allahbura, has expressed her disappointment with the approach of Senator Natasha and former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Godswill Akpabio, to governance. According to Allahbura, the duo seems more interested in courting controversy and staying in the news than in providing meaningful solutions to the country’s problems. In a statement […]
President Bola Tinubu is facing calls to revamp the leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. A prominent advocacy group is pushing for the nomination of new Resident Electoral Commissioners who are not affiliated with any political party, citing concerns over the impartiality of the current appointees. […]
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has expressed reservations about the federal government’s decision to transition to computer-based testing (CBT) for exams conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the National Examinations Council (NECO). According to NUT National President, Audu Amba, this move will not necessarily eradicate exam malpractices. In a […]
