Qatar Emir, Trump Discuss Gulf De-escalation as Iran Tensions Persist
Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and United States President Donald Trump have held high-level talks focused on de-escalation efforts and Gulf security, as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to unsettle the region. According to a statement from the Qatari royal court on Wednesday, both leaders reviewed the current security situation in […]
Tottenham Sack Thomas Frank After Newcastle Defeat Leaves Spurs 16th in EPL Table
Tottenham Hotspur have officially sacked head coach Thomas Frank following a poor run of results in the 2025/2026 English Premier League season. The decision comes just 24 hours after Spurs suffered a 2-1 home defeat to Newcastle United, a result that left the North London club languishing in 16th position in the Premier League table […]
Marseille Coach Roberto De Zerbi Departs by Mutual Agreement
Marseille have announced that coach Roberto De Zerbi has left the club “by mutual agreement,” following a humiliating 5-0 defeat to bitter rivals Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). The Italian, 46, had been in charge of Olympique de Marseille since the summer of 2024 and has now been linked with a possible return to the Premier League. […]
Eric Chelle Stays Focused on Super Eagles Role Despite African Club Interest
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has dismissed rumors that Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle could leave Nigeria for other African teams, reinforcing the coach’s commitment to the national side. Chelle, who led Nigeria to a third-place finish at AFCON 2025, received strong backing from players to continue in his role despite […]
Nigeria Posts $10.83bn Trade Surplus in 2025 Amid Strong Export Growth
Nigeria achieved a $10.83 billion trade surplus in the first nine months of 2025, reflecting stronger exports, moderated imports, and improved economic resilience, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) Quarterly Statistical Bulletin. During January–September 2025, Nigeria’s exports totaled $44.06 billion, surpassing imports of $33.23 billion, signaling a positive balance of trade that strengthens […]
States Must Lead Nigeria’s Digital Health Transition
Nigeria’s digital health transition is entering a decisive phase. What began as policy conversations is gradually evolving into structured implementation frameworks. With the Nigeria Digital in Health Initiative advancing the National Digital Health Architecture and the Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative strengthening the national health data ecosystem, the Federal Government is shifting from promises to […]
Lagos Trains, Screens Commercial Drivers to Curb Road Accidents
The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to improve road safety in Lagos with the launch of its Drivers’ Care Initiative, a comprehensive programme designed to reduce traffic crashes through eye tests, health screening, drug testing, and driver training for commercial transport operators. The initiative, which commenced on Tuesday in the Lekki axis, drew a […]
Kebbi Police Smash Lakurawa Terror Supply Network, Arrest Four Suspects
The Kebbi State Police Command has recorded a major security breakthrough with the arrest of four suspected collaborators of the Lakurawa terror group and the recovery of weapons, ammunition, and illicit drugs in coordinated intelligence-led operations. The arrests, carried out across border communities and Bagudo Local Government Area, underscore intensified efforts by security agencies to […]
Heavy Security as Nenadi Usman Takes Over Labour Party National Secretariat in Abuja
There was a heavy security presence at the Labour Party national secretariat in Utako, Abuja, on Tuesday as Senator Nenadi Usman officially assumed office as Acting National Chairman, taking over from the Julius Abure-led faction. Armed police officers were deployed within and around the premises, conducting strict security checks on party members, supporters, and journalists […]
Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price to N774 Per Litre in Fresh 2026 Price Adjustment
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced its Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) ex-depot price to N774 per litre, slashing N25 from the previous N799 rate in a strategic move that could reshape Nigeria’s downstream fuel market in 2026. The price adjustment, which takes immediate effect, was formally communicated to fuel marketers on Tuesday. Dangote Announces Immediate PMS […]