Eight Kano Reps Defect from NNPP to APC
By Our Correspondent National News – Eight members of the House of Representatives from Kano State have officially defected from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made on Tuesday during plenary, presided over by the Speaker of the House, Tajudeen Abbas. Each lawmaker submitted a letter […]
Senate Orders IG to Probe Plateau Killings
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigerian Senate has directed the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to carry out a thorough investigation into the recent violent attacks in Anguwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area, Plateau State, which left at least 28 people dead. Lawmakers demanded the immediate arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators […]
Tinubu Requests $6bn Loans for Nigeria Ports
By Our Correspondent National News – President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the Nigerian Senate’s approval to secure $6 billion in external loans to support government financing and infrastructure projects. The request, submitted in two separate letters, was read during Tuesday’s plenary session. In the first letter, Tinubu seeks a $5 billion loan from Abu […]
Kanye West Returns to UK for Wireless Festival
By Our Correspondent National News – US rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, is set to headline all three nights of the 2026 Wireless Festival in London, marking his first UK performance in over a decade. Fans can expect him to perform hits spanning his career, from his 2004 debut The College Dropout to […]
Iyabo Ojo Ends Akindele-Abraham Mediation
By Our Correspondent National News – Nollywood actress and filmmaker Iyabo Ojo has withdrawn from mediating the lingering rift between Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham, citing renewed tensions and public backlash. She made this known on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, through a detailed Instagram post, explaining why she has decided to step aside from further […]
Lily Afe Slams AMVCA Over Nomination Snub
By Our Correspondent National News – Nollywood actress Lilian Afegbai, popularly known as Lily Afe, has publicly criticised the organisers of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards after she was excluded from the Best Supporting Actress nominations for the 2026 edition. The actress expressed her frustration on Monday via social media shortly after the nominees […]
Japan Deploys Long-Range Missiles Near China
By Our Correspondent National News – Japan has deployed long-range missiles in its southwestern region near China, a move announced on Tuesday by Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi as tensions between the two Asian powers remain strained. The missiles were installed in Kumamoto on the island of Kyushu as Tokyo strengthens its military deterrence amid increased […]
Oil Prices Rise Amid Iran War Uncertainty
By Our Correspondent National News – Global oil prices climbed on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, as uncertainty surrounding the ongoing war involving Iran unsettled financial markets and pushed investors toward cautious trading. The increase in crude prices occurred across international markets, while stock indices in Asia, Europe, and the United States recorded mixed performances as […]
Gulf States Call for Middle East War De-escalation
By Our Correspondent National News – Gulf nations have declared a unified stance calling for the de-escalation of the ongoing Middle East conflict after Iran launched fresh missile and drone attacks against neighbouring countries. Qatar confirmed the position on Tuesday as tensions continued to rise across the oil-rich Gulf region following weeks of military exchanges […]
South Africa Cuts Fuel Tax Amid Pump Price Surge
By Our Correspondent National News – The government of South Africa on Tuesday announced a temporary reduction in fuel tax to cushion the impact of soaring global oil prices, even as motorists brace for one of the steepest fuel price hikes in recent years. The measure was confirmed in a joint statement by the country’s […]