Shettima Mocks ADC Digital Membership Registration Over Fake Identities
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has criticised the online membership registration system launched by the African Democratic Congress, claiming the platform has been overwhelmed by fake identities. The ADC recently introduced a nationwide digital membership registration exercise as part of preparations for the 2027 general election. The move was also intended to comply with the […]
Abba Kyari Acquitted: Federal High Court Clears Ex-Police Chief of Asset Non-Declaration Charges
A Federal High Court in Abuja has discharged and acquitted suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police Abba Kyari of a 23-count charge involving alleged asset non-declaration. The case was filed by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), which accused Kyari and two of his brothers of concealing the ownership of several properties through false affidavits. […]
Kano Assembly Begins Impeachment Process Against Deputy Governor Aminu Abdulsalam-Gwarzo
The Kano State House of Assembly has officially begun impeachment proceedings against Deputy Governor Aminu Abdulsalam-Gwarzo, citing allegations of misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust. The move was announced during Thursday’s plenary session when the Majority Leader, Lawan Dala, presented a formal impeachment notice before lawmakers. The notice was subsequently read by […]
Harry Styles Reflects on Liam Payne’s Death and Its Impact on His Life
Harry Styles has revealed how the death of his former One Direction bandmate Liam Payne prompted him to deeply re-evaluate his life and priorities. Payne tragically passed away in October 2024 at 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina. Speaking on his Apple Music show with DJ Zane Lowe, Styles described losing a […]
Lola Young Returns Strong to Live Performances After Break
Singer Lola Young, whose global hit Messy became the most popular British track of 2025, has returned to the stage after a five-month break to “work on myself” following a dramatic on-stage collapse last September. Young, 25, has faced long-standing challenges with mental health, including diagnoses of schizoaffective disorder and ADHD, and struggled with cocaine […]
Canal+ to Close Showmax Following MultiChoice Acquisition
Canal+ is set to discontinue the popular African streaming service Showmax after acquiring MultiChoice, according to an exclusive report by Variety. The shutdown is part of Canal+’s strategic cost-cutting and investment optimization in the highly competitive global streaming market. Showmax, launched across Africa by MultiChoice in August 2015, was designed to compete with major platforms […]
Life in Tehran Under US-Israeli Strikes: Iranians Speak Out
Tehran and other parts of Iran have been under near-constant air strikes since February 28, as US and Israeli forces target military and political sites to weaken the regime. The attacks have also caused civilian casualties, including more than 160 people killed when a girls’ school was hit in Minab. Residents describe life in the […]
How Weapons Stockpiles Are Shaping the Iran Conflict
The ongoing Iran conflict is highlighting the critical role of weapons stockpiles in modern warfare. US President Donald Trump has claimed the US possesses a “virtually unlimited supply” of key weapons, while Iran insists it has the “capacity to resist the enemy” longer than expected. However, stockpiles alone will not determine the outcome—historical conflicts like […]
US Senate Rejects Resolution to Limit Trump’s War Powers on Iran
The US Senate has voted down a bipartisan resolution designed to limit President Donald Trump’s authority to conduct military operations in Iran. The measure, intended to require congressional approval before additional military action, failed 53-47, largely along party lines. Democrats criticized Trump for bypassing Congress and giving inconsistent explanations for the strikes, while most Republicans […]
After Oil, US Targets Venezuela’s Mineral Wealth to Boost Tech and Energy Supply
Following its dominant control of Venezuelan oil, the United States is now moving to secure access to Venezuela’s mineral resources, officials said. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, visiting Caracas on Wednesday, highlighted opportunities for American mining companies in the country’s rich deposits of gold, diamonds, bauxite, and coltan—a vital component in electronics such as mobile phones […]