Trump Confirms US Forces to Stay Near Iran
By Our Correspondent National News – US President Donald Trump confirmed late Wednesday that American military forces stationed near Iran will remain in the region until a “real agreement” is fully achieved. The announcement comes amid a fragile two-week ceasefire with Tehran, as tensions persist in the Middle East. Trump emphasized that all US ships, […]
Iran Delegation Arrives in Islamabad for US Talks
By Our Correspondent National News – An Iranian delegation is set to arrive in Islamabad late Thursday for high-level talks with the United States, officials confirmed. The discussions, facilitated by Pakistan, are aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The White House announced that Vice President JD Vance will lead the U.S. […]
Al Jazeera Journalist Killed in Gaza, Israel Claims
By Our Correspondent National News – The Israeli military has confirmed that Mohammed Wishah, an Al Jazeera correspondent killed in Gaza on Wednesday, was allegedly a Hamas militant operating under the guise of journalism. The strike occurred west of the Gaza Strip, targeting the vehicle in which Wishah was traveling. Al Jazeera condemned the killing […]
Okonkwo Must Prove Himself for Super Eagles Spot
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Idah Peterside has urged newly eligible Nigerian goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo to demonstrate his capabilities at the international level. The 24-year-old Wrexham goalkeeper recently received FIFA approval to switch allegiance from England, where he played at youth level but never made a senior appearance. Okonkwo now […]
Lookman Shines as Atlético Beats Barcelona at Camp Nou
By Our Correspondent National News – Ademola Lookman returned to the Atlético Madrid starting lineup as they stunned FC Barcelona with a 2-0 victory at Camp Nou in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final on April 8, 2026. Goals from Julián Alvarez just before half-time and substitute Alexander Sørloth in the 70th […]
Flying Eagles Demand $1.5M in Unpaid Bonuses
By Our Correspondent National News – Some members of Nigeria’s U-20 men’s national football team, the Flying Eagles, have urged the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to settle unpaid bonuses and camp allowances totaling $1.5 million. The demand covers qualification bonuses for six major tournaments between 2023 and 2025, as well as pre-tournament camp allowances spanning […]
Yilwatda Urges Shekarau to Join APC in Kano
By Our Correspondent National News – The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, has called on former Kano State Governor, Mallam Ibrahim Shekarau, to join the ruling party, emphasizing the importance of his leadership for Nigeria’s development. The appeal was made during Yilwatda’s visit to Shekarau’s residence in Kano on […]
Benue Political Rift Threatens Lawmakers’ 2027 Re-election
By Our Correspondent National News – A deepening political feud in Benue State is creating uncertainty for federal lawmakers seeking re-election in 2027. The ongoing clash between Governor Hyacinth Alia and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has divided the ruling APC and forced politicians to pick sides, threatening their chances of […]
A’Ibom Governor Warns Against Politicising Deep Seaport
By Our Correspondent National News – Umo Eno has cautioned critics against politicising the long-awaited Ibom Deep Seaport, insisting that his administration remains committed to delivering the project despite concerns about its pace. The governor spoke on Wednesday in Uyo while receiving the latest feasibility report on the port project, which has been under development […]
Northern States Face Weeks of Power Outages
By Our Correspondent National News – Electricity consumers across seven northern states of Nigeria will experience weeks of power disruption as the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) begins a scheduled upgrade on the Jos–Gombe 330kV transmission line. The planned outage, which started on April 9, 2026, will continue until May 22, 2026, affecting electricity supply […]