In a solemn and sacred ceremony, Catholic Cardinals from around the world gathered at St. Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday, May 7, to attend a special Mass just hours before the start of the conclave to elect a new Pope. The Mass, which is a traditional part of the papal election process, was attended by […]
In a bid to revitalize a decades-old institution, the Federal Government has launched a comprehensive reform of the National Youth Service Corps. The move aims to align the scheme with the country’s current development needs and the aspirations of its young population. At a ceremony held in the nation’s capital Abuja, key stakeholders […]
A Kenyan court has imposed a substantial fine on four individuals, including two teenagers from Belgium, for attempting to illicitly export a large quantity of live ants from the country. The incident has drawn glob attention, with the Kenyan Wildlife Service alleging that the group engaged in “biological exploitation”. The two Belgian nationals, […]
ExxonMobil has announced a significant $1.5 billion investment in Nigeria’s deepwater oil sector, reaffirming its long-term commitment to the country’s energy industry. This decision aims to boost offshore production while dispelling previous speculations about the company’s potential exit from the Nigerian market. The investment, set to be implemented between the second quarter of 2025 […]
Buba Galadima, a notable leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), has sternly criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai concerning their recent talks about forming a coalition. Galadima, recognized for his straightforward political insights, insinuated that divine wrath may be directed at the two for their […]
In a surprising development, Atiku Isah, the President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), has publicly withdrawn his previous accusations against Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu. In a statement shared on his Facebook account, Isah expressed regret for the defamatory claims he made about Seyi Tinubu, which had circulated widely […]
In a bid to promote a safer and more secure environment, the Borno State Government has announced a statewide ban on the sale of alcohol. The governor made the announcement on Tuesday at the inauguration of a reconstituted committee on “revocation of illegal hotels, brothels, shanties, and criminal hideouts and curbing the menace of […]
The Senator representing Borno South, Ali Ndume, has commended President Bola Tinubu for taking a bold step to ban the importation of foreign goods into the country. In a statement, Senator Ndume described the decision as a “patriotic and timely move” that will help to boost Nigeria’s economy and promote local industries. According […]
In a significant step toward fostering deeper diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties, Ghana and Algeria have signed a mutual visa waiver agreement, granting citizens of both countries visa-free access for travel. The agreement was finalized on May 2, 2025, during a diplomatic visit by Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel […]
