Trump Pardons Ex-Honduran President Hernández Controversially
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández says he is rebuilding his life after being controversially pardoned by US President Donald Trump, following a drug trafficking conviction and 45-year sentence in a US prison. Speaking to the BBC, Hernández said the pardon followed his conviction for allegedly running a drug […]
Jackson Pollock’s Painting Sells for Record $181m
By Our Correspondent National News – Jackson Pollock’s Number 7A, 1948 sold for a record $181 million at Christie’s auction house in New York on Monday. The sale involved elite global collectors competing in intense bidding. The artwork, created by Pollock, became one of the most expensive ever sold, highlighting strong demand for modern abstract […]
Davido Calls for Education and Music Growth at Babcock
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigerian music icon David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, on May 18, 2026, visited Babcock University, Ilisan Remo, Ogun State, where he reflected on the value of education and pledged long-term support for the institution’s music department. The visit brought together students, faculty, and management to celebrate one of […]
CAF Names Ekong Among AFCON 2027 Draw Officials
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, will on Tuesday take centre stage as he joins other African football legends to conduct the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027 qualifiers draw, organised by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The draw, scheduled for Tuesday, will determine the qualification pathway for […]
Okonkwo Eyes Super Eagles Debut
By Our Correspondent National News – Arthur Okonkwo, Wrexham’s first-choice goalkeeper, has expressed strong excitement over a possible Super Eagles debut after his FIFA-approved switch from England to Nigeria. Born in Camden to Nigerian parents, the 24-year-old is now eligible for Nigeria. He is being considered for selection ahead of the Unity Cup later this […]
Maresca Agrees Verbal Deal With Man City
By Our Correspondent National News – Enzo Maresca has reportedly reached a verbal agreement with Manchester City to become the club’s next manager, with talks advancing according to reports in England. The Italian coach, formerly of Chelsea’s coaching setup, is expected to succeed Pep Guardiola at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, United Kingdom. The deal […]
APC Endorses Bomai as Yobe South Consensus Candidate
By Our Correspondent National News – Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Yobe State have unanimously affirmed Senator Ibrahim Mohammed Bomai as the party’s consensus candidate for Yobe South Senatorial District ahead of the 2027 general elections. The endorsement, which took place on Monday at the Federal College of Education Multipurpose Hall in […]
Soludo Clears N22bn Pension Gratuities
By Our Correspondent National News – Pensioners in the South-East have praised Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, for paying N22 billion in outstanding gratuities owed to retired workers in the state. The arrears covered pension benefits from 2017 to 2020 and were inherited from previous administrations. The commendation came from the South-East chapter of the […]
US-Iran Crisis Pushes Nigerian Crude Near $120
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigerian crude oil prices are climbing sharply as the ongoing crisis between the United States and Iran disrupts global energy supply routes. Bonny Light crude, Nigeria’s flagship oil grade, is now trading close to $120 per barrel following renewed tensions in the Middle East. Data from the Central Bank […]
Benue APC Primary Dispute Rocks Otukpo Constituency
By Our Correspondent National News – Fresh controversy has trailed the All Progressives Congress House of Representatives primary election in Benue State as Lawrence Onoja Jnr and fellow aspirant Andrew Abu challenged the victory of Blessing Onuh in the Otukpo/Ohinmini Federal Constituency race. The petitioners submitted separate complaints to the APC appeal panel in Makurdi […]