2025 AFCON Final Draw Set for January 27

The final draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations will take place in2025 Africa Cup of Nations , January 27, where the 24 competing teams will learn their opponents. Six groups will be formed, with each containing four countries, and the top two teams in each group, along with the four best third-placed sides, […]
France Issues Arrest Warrant for Bashar al-Assad

France’s judiciary has issued an arrest warrant for ousted Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad on suspicion of complicity in war crimes, specifically relating to the death of a French-Syrian man in 2017 when his government was attempting to regain control of Daraa from opposition forces. Investigating judges suspect Bashar al-Assad of complicity in murder and attacks […]
Anthrax Outbreak Reported in Zamfara, Officials Issue Warning

Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has alerted Nigerians to the outbreak of Anthrax, at a farm in Zamfara State. Its Director of Information, Ben Goong, who gave this in a statement yesterday in Abuja, called on stakeholders as well as states bordering Zamfara to take immediate steps to prevent further spread of the disease, heighten […]
FG Sets March 1 Deadline for Online Visa Applications

The Federal Government has declared that all visa applications will transition to an entirely online system by March 1, 2025. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who disclosed this during an interview on ‘X Spaces’ hosted by influencer Dr. Segun Awosanya, stated that the initiative aims to streamline visa processes, enhance security, and eliminate corruption. […]
WHO Expresses Regret Over U.S. Withdrawal Decision

The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed regret following the announcement of the United States’ intent to withdraw from the organization. In a statement released today (Tuesday), the global health body underscored its critical role in safeguarding health worldwide, including in the United States. The United States, a founding member of WHO since 1948, has been instrumental […]
Minister Bosun Defends 50% Telecom Tariff Hike Due to Rising Costs

Minister, Communication Innovation and Digital Economy, Tijani Bosun, has attributed the recent 50% increase in telecommunications tariffs to global inflation and rising operational costs. Speaking to journalists moments after defending his Ministry’s budget of N12 billion for 2025 before before the joint committees on communication, Bosun stated that 50% adjustment aligns with broader economic trends. According […]
Trump to Seize Panama Canal, Urges Putin to End Ukraine War

Donald Trump’s return to the White House was marked by bold moves, including calling for the U.S. to reclaim the Panama Canal, withdrawing from the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organization (WHO), and halting Cuba’s removal from the terrorism blacklist. He also symbolically renamed the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.” […]
Tanzania Confirms Marburg Virus Outbreak with One Case

Tanzania’s President, Samia Hassan, has confirmed an outbreak of the deadly Marburg virus in the northwest of the country, with one confirmed case so far. Hassan, who announced this at a press conference yesterday that was also attended by World Health Organisation’s Director General Tedros Ghebreyesus in Dodoma, said at least 25 suspected cases had […]
Nigeria Wins ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Debut

Nigeria has made history with a first win in her first game at the International Cricket Council (ICC) U19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Malaysia. Nigeria defeated 2023 semifinalists, New Zealand, by 2 runs on Monday morning at the Borneo Cricket Ground, Sarawak. Meanwhile, they are now second in group C with three points, behind […]
FG Begins Recruitment for Health Fellows Programme

The Federal Government is set to massively recruit young Nigerians across all Local Government Areas of Nigeria under the Presidential Health Fellows Programme. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, who announced this in a national broadcast yesterday, said all eligible Nigerian youths must submit their completed application forms on www.healthfellows.ng on or before January 25, 2025. […]