Iran-Israel Conflict Escalates as Middle East Faces Strikes
By Our Correspondent National News – Missiles rained across the Middle East on Saturday as the war between Iran, Israel, and allied forces entered its second month. Israeli forces confirmed multiple airstrikes on Tehran, following Iranian missile attacks on southern Israeli towns, wounding over 100 civilians. The escalation comes after the killing of Iran’s Supreme […]
India Approves $25B Defence Deals Including S-400 Systems
By Our Correspondent National News – India has officially approved defence contracts totaling $25 billion, including purchases of additional Russian-made S-400 long-range missile systems. The Defence Acquisition Council, led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, authorized the deals in a statement issued Friday, emphasizing the strategic importance of strengthening India’s military capabilities. The approvals cover both […]
Simon, Adams Shine as Eagles Beat Iran in Turkey
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a 2-1 victory over Iran’s Team Melli in an international friendly held at Corendon Airlines Park, Antalya, Turkey, on Friday. Moses Simon opened the scoring in the sixth minute, followed by Akor Adams’ second-half strike, giving Nigeria their second-ever win against the Asian side. Despite […]
Miracle Ezechukwu Crowned Nigeria’s Fastest Woman
By Our Correspondent National News – Miracle Ezechukwu has confirmed her status as Nigeria’s fastest young female sprinter by defending her Junior 100m title at the MTN CHAMPS Continental Relays in Jos. Competing at the New Jos Stadium, Plateau State, Ezechukwu clocked 11.42 seconds in the final, following a personal best of 11.26s in the […]
Oluwo of Iwoland Bars Osun Lawmaker from Palace
By Our Correspondent National News – The Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has officially barred Lukman Mudashiru, the lawmaker representing Ayedire/Iwo/Olaoluwa Federal Constituency, from entering his palace. Oba Akanbi accused Mudashiru of neglecting Iwo’s traditional institutions, emphasizing that as the traditional ruler, he deserves a stewardship explanation from the elected official. Mudashiru, an indigene […]
Tiger Woods Arrested for DUI After Florida Crash
By Our Correspondent National News – Golf legend Tiger Woods was arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) following a rollover car crash near his home on Jupiter Island, Florida, on Friday. The 50-year-old golf superstar was uninjured after his vehicle clipped a truck while overtaking on a residential street, causing it to […]
Oyo APC Leader Condoles El-Rufai on Mother’s Death
By Our Correspondent National News – A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State and former senator for Oyo South, Rilwan Akanbi, has extended condolences to former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai following the death of his mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai. Akanbi described her passing as “painful and irreplaceable,” highlighting the late […]
Otti Grants Jobs, Scholarships to Abia Varsity Graduates
By Our Correspondent National News – Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has announced automatic lecturing appointments and postgraduate scholarships for first-class graduates of Abia State University, Uturu. Speaking at the university’s combined 30th to 32nd convocation ceremony on Friday, Otti said all first-class graduates would be retained as graduate assistants after completing their National Youth […]
PDP: Turaki’s Faction Appeals Court Ruling
By Our Correspondent National News – The Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has formally approached the Supreme Court to challenge the Court of Appeal decision nullifying its 2025 national convention. The decision was confirmed at the party’s 103rd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja, supported by Oyo […]
Ogun State Emerges Near El Dorado Under Abiodun
By Our Correspondent National News – Ogun State has experienced unprecedented economic growth and infrastructural development under Governor Dapo Abiodun’s leadership. Speaking during the 2026 All Progressives Congress (APC) national convention in Abuja, Abiodun described the state as a “near El Dorado,” highlighting its transformation into one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing economies. According to the governor, […]