Iran’s president says it is ready to negotiate with the US
President Masoud Pezeshkian has said Iran is ready to negotiate with the US after requests from “friendly governments in the region” to respond to a proposal for talks. In a statement on X, Pezeshkian said he had told Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to pursue talks “provided that a suitable environment exists – one free from […]
Draco Malfoy becomes unlikely Lunar New Year mascot in China
An unlikely Lunar New Year mascot has popped up in China this year – Draco Malfoy. Tom Felton is best known for his role in the Harry Potter series, but now, the actor is also making an appearance in some Chinese houses, with e-commerce sites selling festive decor prominently featuring his face. His sudden popularity […]
Libyan prosecutors launch probe into killing of Gaddafi’s son
Libyan prosecutors say they are investigating the killing of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of the country’s long-time leader Col Muammar Gaddafi. The 53-year-old, who was once widely seen as his father’s heir apparent, was killed during a “direct confrontation” with four unknown gunmen who broke into his home in the city of Zintan, his office […]
‘Your life is an award,’ Odumeje encourages Davido after Grammy loss
Popular Anambra-based cleric, Prophet Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere, popularly known as Odumeje, has urged afrobeat singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, to focus on music and not dwell on any award loss. The cleric, speaking to his congregation in a video circulating on social media on Wednesday, described Davido as a great musician and someone he […]
Police bust kidnapping ring in Rivers, two arrested
The Rivers State Police Command has busted a kidnapping syndicate, recovering ransom funds and a pump-action gun while fatally wounding two suspects during a gun battle with operatives. In a statement released on Wednesday, Police Public Relations Officer Grace Iringe-Koko said the operation reflects the Command’s zero-tolerance policy on crime and its determination to create […]
Thank God for Dangote refinery, Ojulari tells Nigerians
The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Mr Bayo Ojulari, has praised the Dangote Petroleum Refinery as a critical stabiliser of Nigeria’s energy system, amid the state-owned oil company’s challenges in operating its government-owned refineries and meeting domestic fuel demand. Ojulari, who spoke during a fireside chat titled“Securing Nigeria’s Energy […]
Edo okays two-week closed camping ahead of Niger Delta Games
The Edo State Government has approved a two-week closed camping programme for selected athletes and coaches ahead of the second edition of the Niger Delta Games scheduled to hold in Benin City from February 20 to 27. The Secretary of the Edo State Liaison Committee for the Niger Delta Games, Bright Idahosa, disclosed this on […]
Bandits kill 30 in fresh Katsina, Kwara attacks
No fewer than 30 people were killed on Tuesday in separate bandits’ attacks on communities in Katsina and Kwara states, as assailants renewed violent assaults on rural settlements, razing houses and vehicles and forcing residents to flee. In Katsina State, at least 20 persons were killed when bandits attacked Doma community in Tafoki Ward, Faskari […]
No soldier killed in Ebonyi community crisis, says Army
The Nigerian Army has debunked reports circulating on social media that two soldiers were killed and a military patrol vehicle set ablaze in the Oso Edda community, Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The clarification follows recent allegations that emanated from the Amasiri clan after assailants from the area invaded Okporojo village, Oso Edda […]
Gospel singer Mike Abdul defends tattoos, says God not opposed to meaningful bodily marks
Nigerian gospel artist Mike Abdul has waded into the heated debate surrounding body art, asserting that tattoos do not “dishonour the body” and that God prioritises internal transformation over unmarked skin. In an Instagram post shared on Monday, Abdul argued that tattoos have historically served purposes of “identity, memory, status, covenant, and storytelling across ancient […]