If you want to understand why the mining world is currently fixated on a patch of ground in central Victoria, look no further than the drill results coming out of Alkane Resources’ Costerfield mine. This isn’t just another gold hit; it is a discovery that has effectively handed Alkane the keys to the critical […]
By Rachel Akper Nigeria has emerged as China’s biggest export destination in Africa in 2025, recording $24.91 billion worth of goods, according to newly released trade figures. The data shows Nigeria leading other African economies in the value of imports from China, underscoring the country’s growing commercial ties with Beijing and its strong demand […]
By Rachel Akper A senior lecturer at Bayero University, Kano, Prof. Mainasara Yakubu Kurfi, has condemned the increase in prices of food items and other essential commodities by some traders affected by the recent fire incident at the popular Singer Market. Kurfi made the remarks in Kano while reacting to complaints by residents over […]
By Rachel Akper The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has demolished illegal structures built along its transmission corridor in Edo State in a bid to protect critical electricity infrastructure and ensure public safety. The exercise was carried out on the Ihovbor–Ajaokuta 330kV transmission line in Ihovbor community, Edo State. TCN officials said the […]
Iran’s foreign ministry on Wednesday dismissed claims by U.S. President, Donald Trump that Tehran is developing missiles capable of striking the United States, describing the allegations as deliberate falsehoods aimed at escalating tensions between the two countries. Responding via X, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said: “Whatever they’re alleging regarding Iran’s nuclear programme, Iran’s […]
By Rachel Akper A former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Shehu Bawa ABG, has distributed over 10,000 bags of rice and other grains to vulnerable residents across Kaduna State as part of efforts to ease the impact of economic hardship during the Ramadan and Lent fasting seasons. The food distribution exercise, which […]
By Rachel Akper The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested two suspects and recovered 197 sachets of suspected tramadol during an intelligence-driven border patrol operation in Fufore Local Government Area of the state. The suspects were reportedly intercepted by operatives of the Border Patrol Unit while on routine surveillance along a suspected cross-border trafficking route. […]
