Cease Fire Deal Takes Effect as 93 Prisoners freed Between Palestine and Hamas
Ninety Palestinian prisoners have been released as part of the first phase of a long-awaited ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. Earlier, on Sunday, three Israeli hostages were released by Hamas to the Red Cross in Gaza City hours after a ceasefire began, before being handed to the Israeli military. Hamas says for every hostage […]
Nigeria accepts invitation to join BRICS as a partner country
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Nigeria has accepted the invitation to join BRICS as a partner country. The ministry in a statement issued by its Acting Spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, said the partnership will help align Nigeria’s aspirations for inclusive growth and regional integration, in line with the best practices of strategic autonomy. […]
Lil’ Kim Faces Backlash Over ‘Monsoon’ Comment on LA Fires
As of Friday, Jan. 17, the devastating fires in Los Angeles have claimed 25 lives. Lil’ Kim has sparked controversy over her comments about the ongoing tragedy. On Tuesday, Jan. 14, the rapper took to X to express her prayers for those impacted by the fires, writing, “Sending strong prayers for LA and everyone affected […]
FCCPC and NCC Sign MOU to Boost Consumer Protection
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance regulatory collaboration in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector. The MoU, signed on Tuesday in Abuja, aims to improve consumer protection, market efficiency, and fair competition. FCCPC CEO Tunji Bello and NCC CEO Dr. Aminu […]
Vice President implores the Media to Speak Truth to Power, Not Antagonise Government
Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has implored media professionals in Nigeria to be more focused on objectively speaking truth to power rather than antagonizing the government. Senator Shettima who gave the charge at the weekend during the Public Presentation of the Book, “Persona Non Grata,” authored by a seasoned journalist, Mr. Ismail Omipidan, in Abuja, said the […]
FG Directs Evacuation of Victims of Suleija Tanker Explosion to Tertiary Medical Centres
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has announced that the Federal Government has directed the immediate transfer of victims of the recent tanker explosion from Suleija General Hospital to tertiary health facilities to ensure they receive prompt and enhanced medical care. Idris stated this in Suleija, Niger State on Sunday when he led a […]
Zanu-PF Moves to Extend President’s Term by two Years
Zimbabwe’s ruling Zanu-PF party wants to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term in office by two years until 2030. The party’s spokesman, Farai Marapira, stated this yesterday, but gave no details of how this could be achieved or whether constitutional changes would be sought to enable the 82-year-old Zanu-PF leader to stay on. Zimbabwe’s constitution limits […]
Belgium Sack National Team Coach Tedesco
Belgium’s national football association has dismissed head coach Domenico Tedesco after underwhelming performances at Euro 2024 and in the Nations League. The Red Devils, led by Tedesco since February 2023, were eliminated in the Euro 2024 Round of 16 by France and finished third in their Nations League group after two more defeats to France. […]
Nigerian-American Commander Makes History in U.S. Navy
Nigerian-American Commander Matuwo Olufokunbi has made history as the first Nigerian-American to qualify as a nuclear engineer under the U.S. Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program. He also becomes the third Nigerian-born officer to command a U.S. Navy warship. Fellow Nigerian-born Navy officer Victor Agunbiade celebrated the achievement, sharing the milestone on social media and commending Olufokunbi’s […]
Tanzania Denies Marburg Disease Outbreak
Tanzania has denied reports of a suspected outbreak of the deadly Marburg disease in the northwest of the country. On Tuesday, the World Health Organization had said nine possible cases had been reported in the remote Kagera region, and eight infected persons had died. But Tanzania’s Health Minister, Jenista Mhagama, today said after samples were […]
