Ekiti 2026: Oyebanji Launches 5,000 Grassroots Canvassers to Boost Re-Election Campaign

Governor Biodun Oyebanji waving at the community canvassers

By Our Correspondent Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has unveiled a network of 5,000 community canvassers to mobilise grassroots support for his re-election in the 2026 Ekiti governorship election and for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. The initiative is aimed at strengthening the campaign structure of the All Progressives Congress (APC) […]

Google Offers CEO Sundar Pichai $692m Pay Package Over Three Years

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By Our Correspondent Sundar Pichai, the chief executive of Google and its parent company Alphabet Inc., could receive a compensation package worth up to $692 million over the next three years under a newly disclosed executive pay structure. The details of the plan were revealed in a regulatory filing submitted to the U.S. Securities and […]

China Expands Influence in Latin America – Can Trump Reclaim US Standing?

Donald Trump meeting El Salvador President Nayib Bukele in the Oval Office.

Donald Trump is set to host Latin American and Caribbean leaders at his golf club for the Shield of the Americas Summit, aiming to strengthen US alliances and counter China’s growing influence in the region. This move comes after decades in which China emerged as Latin America’s top lender and trading partner, financing major projects […]

Armed Robots Transform Battlefield Tactics in Ukraine War

Ukrainian armed UGV

Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the conflict has evolved into one of the most technologically advanced wars in modern history. Swarms of spy drones and lethal aerial vehicles dominate the skies, while uncrewed boats disrupt naval operations in the Black Sea. Now, Ukraine is expanding its use of armed robots on land to bolster […]

Trump Demands Iran’s “Unconditional Surrender” Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict

President Donald Trump speaks during a roundtable meeting on the administration's "ratepayer protection pledge" in the Indian Treaty Room at the White House on March 04, 2026 in Washington, DC.

US President Donald Trump has called on Iran to surrender unconditionally as American and Israeli forces continue military strikes across the region. Speaking publicly, Trump emphasized that Iran’s future could be “economically bigger, better, and stronger than ever” once new leadership, acceptable to the White House, is in place. With the conflict entering its second […]

Joshua Sends Good Luck Message to Patricia Mbata Ahead of 2026 Commonwealth Games

Anthony Joshua

Former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has extended a heartfelt message of encouragement to British-Nigerian boxer Patricia Mbata as she vies for a spot on Team Nigeria for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. In a video shared by Mbata on Instagram, Joshua joined Finchley and District Amateur Boxing Club coach Sean Murphy in […]

Oliseh Urges Osimhen and Lookman to Lead Nigeria to Trophy Glory

Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman

Former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh has called on stars Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman to convert their club success into international triumphs, pushing Nigeria closer to ending its trophy drought. Speaking on the Global Football Insights Podcast, Oliseh highlighted the duo’s elite performances in the UEFA Champions League as evidence of their ability to […]

Nigerians Celebrate Michael Kayode as He Eyes Italy Senior Team

Michael Kayode

Brentford defender Michael Kayode is making headlines after revealing his ambition to play for Italy’s senior national team while expressing gratitude for the support from his Nigerian fans. Born in Borgomanero, Italy, to Nigerian parents, the 21-year-old right-back has already represented Italy at under-18, under-19, and under-21 levels. He is currently provisionally cap-tied to the […]

Lagos APC Chairman Cornelius Ojelabi Calls for Unity After Re-election

Lagos State APC Chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi

Lagos State All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi, has appealed to party members to embrace unity and shun internal rivalries following his re-election. Ojelabi, who secured a second four-year term at the state congress, emphasized that cohesion and collaboration are essential to sustaining the party’s dominance and strengthening democracy in Lagos State. In a […]

Only Credible Elections Can Restore Trust in INEC – Amupitan

File Photo: Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Professor Joash Amupitan

As preparations intensify for the 2027 general elections, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof. Joash Amupitan, has called on electoral officials to prioritise credibility in the conduct of elections. According to him, transparent and trustworthy polls remain the only way to rebuild public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral system. Amupitan made the call […]