Rema, Tyla Lead World Cup Opening Ceremony
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema has been announced as one of the headline performers for the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. FIFA confirmed that the singer will perform alongside South African music sensation Tyla, American rapper Future, pop star Katy Perry, Brazilian singer […]
Ilebaye’s Father Arrested Over Alleged Assault
By Our Correspondent National News – The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arrested the father of former Big Brother Naija winner, Ilebaye Odiniya, following an alleged midnight assault at her residence in Abuja. The suspect, identified as Emmanuel Odiniya, was taken into custody after police received a distress call reporting violence inside the family […]
Iran Blasts US Over Strait of Hormuz Conflict
By Our Correspondent National News – Iran has accused the United States of pursuing a “reckless military adventure” despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the escalating Gulf conflict. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran would never surrender to pressure after fresh clashes erupted in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil shipping route. […]
Putin Slams Nato at Russia Victory Day Parade
By Our Correspondent National News – Russian President Vladimir Putin used the 2026 Victory Day parade in Moscow to defend Russia’s war in Ukraine, accuse NATO of backing aggression, and praise Russian troops fighting on the battlefield. The speech came during scaled-back celebrations marking the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. […]
Abia ADC Chairman Targets Otti’s Seat in 2027
By Our Correspondent National News – Don Norman Obinna has retained his position as chairman of the African Democratic Congress in Abia State, declaring that the party is preparing to challenge Governor Alex Otti in the 2027 governorship election. The decision emerged during the ADC state congress held in Umuahia on Friday, where party delegates […]
EFCC Declares Farouq Wanted Over Alleged Fund Diversion
By Our Correspondent National News – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has declared former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Sadiya Umar Farouq, wanted over alleged criminal conspiracy, abuse of office, and diversion of public funds. The anti-graft agency announced the development on Saturday, stating that the former minister is being sought in connection with an […]
Nasarawa Sets Up Health Summit Committees
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nasarawa State Government has inaugurated 12 sub-committees to coordinate preparations for the 76th Regular National Council on Health meeting scheduled to hold in Lafia in November 2026. The committees were unveiled on Friday by the Commissioner for Health, Dr Gaza Gwamna, who said the event would attract health […]
Plane Hits Pedestrian in Denver Airport During Takeoff
By Our Correspondent National News – A Frontier Airlines plane heading to Los Angeles struck a pedestrian while attempting to take off from Denver International Airport in the United States late Friday night, forcing the flight crew to abort takeoff and trigger an emergency evacuation. The incident happened around 11:19 p.m. local time when the […]
Nigeria, US Strengthen Security Partnership
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has strengthened Nigeria-US security relations after a high-level meeting with senior American officials during a three-day working visit to the United States from May 4 to 6, 2026. The talks focused on counterterrorism, defence cooperation, intelligence sharing, cyber threats, and regional security challenges […]
Indonesia Volcano Eruption Kills Three Hikers
By Our Correspondent National News – Indonesia volcano eruption has killed three hikers after Mount Dukono in North Halmahera, North Maluku, Indonesia erupted violently on Friday, sending ash 10 kilometres into the sky. The incident involved twenty hikers, including nine Singaporeans and several Indonesian trekkers, who were on the slopes when the sudden eruption occurred. […]