Heavy Rains and Flooding in Nairobi Kill 23

Kenyan man crossing flooded road during severe rainfall in Nairobi

By Our Correspondent Heavy rains and severe flooding have claimed at least 23 lives in Nairobi, Kenya, after overnight downpours caused widespread chaos across the city. The torrential rainfall led to rivers bursting their banks, sweeping vehicles away and leaving many residents stranded in dangerous floodwaters. Police and emergency teams report that around 30 people […]

Iran President Apologises for Strikes on Neighbouring Countries

Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian

By Our Correspondent Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian shocked the international community by issuing a rare apology to neighbouring countries affected by recent military strikes. Speaking on Saturday as part of Iran’s interim leadership, Pezeshkian explicitly acknowledged that Iranian forces had targeted neighbouring territories and said attacks would now be limited to cases where aggression originated […]

Dozens Killed in Israeli Raid on Nabi Chit, Lebanon

Destroyed homes and rubble in Nabi Chit after Israeli special forces raid.

By Our Correspondent Dozens have been killed in Lebanon as Israeli special forces launched a major overnight raid in the eastern Bekaa Valley, amid escalating tensions with the Iran-backed Hezbollah militia. The Lebanese health ministry confirmed at least 41 fatalities and 40 injuries during the operation in the town of Nabi Chit, which also claimed […]

Osimhen Header Secures Galatasaray Win Over Besiktas in Istanbul Derby

File photo: Victor Osimhen

By Our Correspondent Victor Osimhen scored the decisive goal as Galatasaray defeated Besiktas 1-0 in a high-stakes Istanbul derby on Saturday, ending the hosts’ 18-match unbeaten streak. The match carried added significance as it featured a personal duel between Super Eagles vice-captain Osimhen and national team captain Wilfred Ndidi. Osimhen’s first-half header in the 39th […]

Semi Ajayi Returns as Hull City Lose 3-1 to Millwall in Championship Clash

Super Eagles centre-back Semi Ajayi

By Our Correspondent Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi made a much-anticipated return from injury on Saturday, but Hull City suffered a 3-1 home defeat against Millwall in the English Championship at the MKM Stadium. Ajayi, who had been sidelined since January 17 due to a hamstring injury sustained during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations […]

Edo Lawmaker Esosa Iyawe Applauds Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda

President Bola Tinubu

By Our Correspondent A prominent member of the House of Representatives representing Oredo Federal Constituency in Edo State, Esosa Iyawe, has commended President Bola Tinubu for his visionary leadership and transformative reforms aimed at driving national development. Speaking after a courtesy visit to the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Iyawe praised the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda, […]

UNICEF Donates WASH & Dignity Kits to Kwara Woro Attack Victims

UNICEF Logo

By Our Correspondent The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has donated essential water, sanitation, hygiene (WASH), and dignity kits to support victims of the recent terrorist attack in Woro Community, Kaiama Local Government Area, Kwara State. The donation was handed over to the Kwara State Government at the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASSA) […]

JCI Nigeria Champions Youth Leadership at NATCON 2026 Convention

JCI Logo

By Our Correspondent Junior Chamber International (JCI) Nigeria has unveiled the official NATCON 2026 logo ahead of its highly anticipated National Convention, scheduled for October in Ibadan, Oyo State. Themed “Amplifying 2026: Scaling Impact For A New Nigeria,” the convention highlights the importance of effective youth leadership in shaping societal progress. Speaking at the unveiling, […]