Trump Announces Israel-Lebanon 10-Day Ceasefire Deal
By Our Correspondent National News – Donald Trump has announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire aimed at halting escalating hostilities along their shared border. The truce is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. EST on Thursday, following diplomatic engagements involving key leaders from both nations. The announcement comes amid growing […]
UK Jails Nigerian Couple for £433k Fraud
By Our Correspondent National News – A Nigerian couple, Femi Akanbi and Luciana Akanbi, have been sentenced in the United Kingdom after being found guilty of a large-scale tax fraud involving stolen employee data. The conviction was secured at Woolwich Crown Court, where both defendants received three years and nine months’ imprisonment for their roles […]
Gunmen Abduct UTME Candidates in Benue Attack
By Our Correspondent National News – Suspected gunmen abducted passengers, including candidates of the ongoing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, along the Makurdi-Otukpo Road in Benue State on Wednesday night. The attack occurred around 8 pm when a commercial bus conveying about 18 travellers was intercepted near Otukpo. […]
Hijab Row Disrupts UTME Centre in Ibadan
By Our Correspondent National News – A video showing a female candidate allegedly asked to remove her hijab before sitting for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination has sparked nationwide concern. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday in Ibadan, Oyo State, at the Esther Oshikoya Computer-Based Test Centre along Sango-Eleyele Road, raising questions about religious […]
Abia PDP Urges Voters to Reject APC in 2027
By Our Correspondent National News – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State has called on residents to reject the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections, warning that supporting the ruling party would worsen hardship and stall development. The appeal was made on Thursday in Umuahia during a press conference by […]
Atiku, Tinubu’s Aide Clash Over 2027 Zoning
By Our Correspondent National News – A fresh political clash has emerged between Atiku Abubakar and Bayo Onanuga over Nigeria’s zoning arrangement ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The dispute, which unfolded on Thursday, highlights deepening tensions over who should hold power next, with both figures presenting opposing interpretations of the country’s informal North-South rotation […]
Ticketmaster Monopoly Verdict Shakes Live Nation
By Our Correspondent National News – A US federal jury has ruled that Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, operated as an illegal monopoly, overcharging fans and restricting competition in the live entertainment industry. The verdict was delivered in New York after a seven-week trial and four days of jury deliberations, marking a significant […]
Alexander Morton Dies at 81, Monarch Star
By Our Correspondent National News – Alexander Morton, the celebrated Scottish actor best known for his role as Golly Mackenzie in the hit TV drama Monarch of the Glen, has died at the age of 81. He passed away in 2026, with tributes pouring in from colleagues and fans across the entertainment industry, particularly in […]
Okey Bakassi Offers N5m Reward for Recovery of Stolen Phones
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigerian comedian Okey Bakassi has announced a ₦5 million reward for anyone who can help recover phones stolen during a private football match in Ikoyi, Lagos. The incident happened on Wednesday evening when an unidentified man joined the weekly football session, allegedly stole about eight mobile phones, and fled […]
Australia Refinery Fire Threatens Fuel Supply
By Our Correspondent National News – A major fire at an oil refinery in Geelong, Australia, has raised concerns about petrol supply across the country. The blaze broke out just before midnight on Wednesday at the Viva Energy refinery, one of only two refineries in Australia. Emergency crews responded quickly to reports of explosions and […]