SDP Picks Adebayo for 2027 Presidency
By Our Correspondent National News – Adewole Adebayo has again emerged as the presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party ahead of the 2027 general election. The former SDP flagbearer was adopted through a consensus arrangement during the party’s national convention held in Bauchi on Saturday, where delegates and party leaders endorsed him for another […]
New Zealand Plans Citizenship Test for Migrants
By Our Correspondent National News – New Zealand will introduce a citizenship test for migrants beginning in the second half of 2027, in a major reform aimed at strengthening civic understanding among new citizens. The new policy will require applicants seeking citizenship by grant to complete a 20-question multiple-choice examination in English before approval. Under […]
NBA Insists Stamp, Seal Policy Still Valid
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigerian Bar Association has clarified that the recent Federal High Court judgment did not cancel the NBA Stamp and Seal policy or its Continuing Professional Development regulations. The association issued the clarification on Saturday following social media reports claiming the court ruling had invalidated the long-standing legal practice […]
Pakistan Checkpoint Bombing Kills 12 Police Officers
By Our Correspondent National News – At least 12 police officers were killed and five others injured after militants carried out a deadly car bomb attack on a police checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan, according to security officials. The attack happened late Saturday night in the Fateh Khel area of Bannu district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, […]
NBA Demands Release of Abducted Lawyer
By Our Correspondent National News – The President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Afam Osigwe, has called for the immediate release of abducted lawyer and National Youth Service Corps member, Eunice Ameh, following her reported kidnapping in Abuja. The NBA described the incident as painful and disturbing to the legal community, urging security agencies to […]
Pope Meets Inter Milan After Serie A Triumph
By Our Correspondent National News – Pope Leo XIV has received players, coaches, and officials of Inter Milan at the Vatican following the club’s 2025/2026 Serie A title victory. The meeting took place shortly after the Italian champions secured the league crown, with the Pope congratulating the team while reminding them of their responsibility as […]
12 Chibok Girls Earn University Degrees
By Our Correspondent National News – Twelve of the schoolgirls abducted from Government Girls Secondary School, Chibok, by Boko Haram insurgents in April 2014 have graduated from the American University of Nigeria, Yola, marking a major milestone in their recovery and educational journey. The graduation ceremony was held on Saturday in Adamawa State during the […]
Lion Cubs Learn Hunting Through Playful Tricks
Did You Know? In wildlife reports from Africa’s savannah, a curious behaviour is often discussed among lion observers. Adult lions are sometimes said to fake injury when cubs bite or pounce during play. The idea is that this reaction helps guide the young ones. The behaviour is often described as a form of tough love. […]
Lamine Yamal Gets Messi’s Backing
National News – Lionel Messi has praised teenage football sensation Lamine Yamal, describing the young star as the player from the new generation who reminds him most of himself during his early career. The football legend said Yamal’s style, confidence, creativity and rapid rise have already placed him above many emerging talents in world football. […]
Tinubu Seeks Bigger Roles for Traditional Rulers
By Our Correspondent National News – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening traditional institutions in Nigeria, saying monarchs remain vital to peacebuilding, grassroots governance and national development. He made the declaration on Saturday during the final farewell ceremony held for the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, at […]