Ricky Hatton Dead at 46: Boxing Icon Found at Home Months Before Comeback Fight
The boxing world is reeling after the sudden death of British sporting icon Ricky Hatton, who was found dead at his home in Greater Manchester on Sunday morning. He was…
Washington Sues Trump Over National Guard Deployment, Citing Illegal Use of Military in Policing
The city of Washington, D.C. has taken President Donald Trump and the U.S. military to court, challenging what it describes as an “illegal and dangerous” use of the National Guard…
China Pushes Back After Trump Calls for Europe to Sanction Beijing Over Ukraine War
China has sharply rejected calls from former US President Donald Trump for European nations to increase economic pressure on Beijing over its stance on the Ukraine war. Speaking via video…
Hilda Baci to Cook 250 Bags of Rice in Bid for World’s Largest Jollof Pot
Popular Nigerian chef and Guinness World Record holder, Hilda Baci, is gearing up for another groundbreaking culinary challenge as she sets her sights on preparing the world’s biggest pot of…
Air Peace to Launch Lagos–São Paulo Direct Flights as Nigeria, Brazil Deepen Ties
Nigeria’s leading airline, Air Peace, has secured approval to operate direct flights from Lagos to São Paulo, Brazil, following a landmark aviation agreement sealed during President Bola Tinubu’s recent state…
Trump’s Fed Firing and Tariff Threats Send Asian Stocks Sliding
Asian stock markets tumbled on Tuesday as investors digested a series of dramatic moves by US President Donald Trump, including the unprecedented removal of a Federal Reserve governor and fresh…
U.S. Report Accuses Tinubu Administration of Torture, Sexual Abuse, and Arbitrary Arrests in 2024
A recent U.S. government report has raised serious concerns about human rights abuses in Nigeria, alleging widespread torture, sexual exploitation, and arbitrary detention under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The Human…
Elon Musk Sued Over Alleged $1 Million Lottery Scam During 2024 Campaign
A Texas federal court has allowed a lawsuit against Elon Musk to move forward, accusing the tech billionaire and his political action committee, America PAC, of misleading voters during the…
Indiana Woman Arrested Over Alleged Plot to Kidnap and Assassinate Donald Trump
An Indiana woman has been arrested in Washington, D.C., after authorities accused her of planning a violent attack against former President Donald Trump. Nathalie Rose Jones, 50, from Lafayette, Indiana,…
Norway’s Crown Princess’ Son Faces 32 Criminal Charges Including Rape Allegations
Norway’s royal family has been thrust into the spotlight after prosecutors formally charged Marius Borg Hoiby, the eldest son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, with 32 offences that include four counts…
Russia Gunpowder Factory Explosion: 20 Dead, 134 Injured in Ryazan Tragedy
A massive explosion at a gunpowder factory in Russia’s Ryazan region has left at least 20 people dead and 134 others injured, according to emergency officials. The devastating blast ripped…
World Bank Approves $300 Million Loan to Support Displaced Nigerians in the North
In a major boost for Nigeria’s humanitarian efforts, the World Bank has approved a $300 million loan aimed at helping around 7.4 million internally displaced persons (IDPs) and their host…
Israel Shoots Down Houthi Missile Aimed at Ben Gurion Airport Amid Rising Tensions
Israel’s defense forces successfully intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Yemen on Tuesday, after the Iran-aligned Houthi rebels fired it towards Ben Gurion International Airport in a bold escalation of…
Ghana Deploys Troops to Bawku After Killing of Three Students Sparks Outrage
Ghana has deployed military troops to the northern town of Bawku after three students were shot dead in a suspected ambush over the weekend — a tragedy that has reignited…
Trump, EU Finalize High-Stakes Trade Deal with $1.35 Trillion in Commitments, 15% Tariffs
In a deal that could reshape transatlantic trade dynamics, U.S. President Donald Trump has struck a major economic agreement with the European Union — just days before a self-imposed deadline…
Super Falcons Stun Morocco with Comeback Thriller to Clinch Historic 10th WAFCON Title
In a night filled with tension, hope, and pure football magic, Nigeria’s Super Falcons pulled off one of the most breathtaking comebacks in Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) history…
Nigerians in the UK Fear Deportation as New Visa Rules Take Effect
Thousands of Nigerians living and working in the United Kingdom are staring down an uncertain future as sweeping immigration changes introduced by the UK government threaten their ability to stay…
Coldplay Concert Video Sparks Executive Scandal at US Startup Astronomer
A viral moment at a Coldplay concert has led to a high-profile shake-up at US data startup Astronomer, with two of its top executives resigning in the aftermath of a…
France’s Recognition of Palestine Draws Sharp Israeli Backlash as Netanyahu Warns of ‘Terror Reward’
In a move that has ignited fierce international debate, France’s formal recognition of the State of Palestine has drawn a swift and angry response from Israel, with Prime Minister Benjamin…
Global Outage Disrupts Elon Musk’s Starlink Internet Service as Thousands Report Connectivity Issues
Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, suffered a major global service disruption on Thursday, leaving tens of thousands of users without connectivity. The outage was acknowledged…
Deadly Clashes Erupt as Thai Jets Strike Cambodian Targets Amid Border Dispute
A long-running territorial dispute between Thailand and Cambodia spiralled into deadly violence on Thursday, with Thai fighter jets launching airstrikes on Cambodian military positions following rocket and artillery attacks from…
Trump Alleges Obama Led Treasonous Plot to Undermine His Presidency, Vows Legal Action Against Former Officials
In a fiery declaration from the Oval Office on Tuesday, former U.S. President Donald Trump reignited accusations against his political rivals, alleging that former President Barack Obama, President Joe Biden,…
Senate Approves Tinubu’s $21bn Loan Request to Fund 2025 Budget
The Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s comprehensive foreign and domestic loan proposal, clearing the way for the full implementation of the 2025 Appropriation Act. The borrowing plan, valued…
Trump Declassifies Martin Luther King Jr. Assassination Files Despite Family’s Concerns
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has officially released thousands of pages of previously classified documents related to the 1968 assassination of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King…
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, ‘The Cosby Show’ Star, Dies at 54 in Costa Rica Drowning Accident
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, beloved for his role as Theo Huxtable on the groundbreaking sitcom The Cosby Show, has died at the age of 54 following a tragic drowning off the coast…
Tunisian Athletes in Road Accident Airlifted to Lagos Due to Medical Shortfalls in Ogun
A serious road accident involving five Tunisian athletes en route to the African U18/U20 Athletics Championships in Abeokuta has raised critical questions over Ogun State’s capacity to host international sporting…
Saudi Arabia’s ‘Sleeping Prince’ Al-Waleed bin Khalid Dies at 36 After 19 Years in Coma
Prince Al-Waleed bin Khalid bin Talal Al Saud, famously known across the Arab world and beyond as the “Sleeping Prince,” has died at the age of 36 after spending nearly…
Trump Diagnosed with Chronic Venous Insufficiency Following Leg Swelling
U.S. President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), a vascular condition that impairs proper blood flow in the legs. The diagnosis came after he developed mild…
U.S. Invested $6.5 Billion in Nigeria in 2023, Maintains Lead as Top Foreign Investor Amid Tense Visa Dispute
Despite rising diplomatic tension over new visa rules affecting Nigerian citizens, the United States has reaffirmed its economic commitment to Nigeria, disclosing that it invested $6.5 billion in the country…
Khamenei Declares Shift in Power Dynamics as Iran No Longer Fears U.S., Criticizes Israel’s Dependence on U.S
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has declared that Tehran has shed its historical fear of the United States, claiming instead that it is now Washington that is wary of…
Italy to Consider Release of 10,000 Inmates to Address Overcrowded Prisons
In a bold effort to tackle long-standing prison overcrowding, the Italian Ministry of Justice has announced plans to release up to 10,000 inmates who meet specific eligibility criteria. The proposal…
Davido’s ‘Timeless’ Album Secures Silver Certification in the UK, Solidifies Global Impact
Nigerian music sensation Davido has added another milestone to his illustrious career as his fourth studio album, Timeless, officially earned Silver Certification in the United Kingdom. The certification, announced by…
Nigeria Dismisses Turkey’s Claim of Terrorist Group Operating Within Its Borders
The Federal Government has dismissed a claim by Turkey that a terrorist network allegedly tied to the late cleric Fethullah Gulen is operating in Nigeria under the cover of educational…
TikTok Removes Over 3.6 Million Nigerian Videos for Policy Violations in Q1 2025
TikTok has removed more than 3.6 million videos from Nigerian users in the first quarter of 2025, citing violations of its Community Guidelines a 50 percent increase from the previous…
Naira Strengthens Against Dollar in Both Official and Informal Markets
The Nigerian naira appreciated against the U.S. dollar on Monday, posting gains in both the official foreign exchange window and the parallel market. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria…
Trump Slaps 25% Tariffs on Japan and South Korea, Warns of Retaliation
In a fresh wave of protectionist economic measures, U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a 25 percent tariff on imports from Japan and South Korea, with additional duties targeting goods…
Grammy List Sparks Debate as Wizkid, Asake, 2Baba Lead Top 10 Afrobeats Evolution Tracks
The Recording Academy has released its much-anticipated list of Top 10 Afrobeats Evolution Songs, highlighting the genre’s most influential tracks that shaped its global ascent. The list, which marks a…
Owolabi Salis Makes History as First Nigerian to Travel to Space
A new chapter has been written in Nigeria’s space history as Owolabi Salis, a U.S.-based lawyer and politician, became the first Nigerian to travel beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Salis was one…
Gavi Receives $1.6 Billion Vaccine Funding Boost from Gates Foundation
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has pledged $1.6 billion over the next five years to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, reinforcing its role as a critical global health partner in…
UK Records Strongest Economic Growth in Over a Year in Q1 2025
The United Kingdom posted its fastest quarterly economic growth since early 2024, with Gross Domestic Product rising by 0.7% between January and March 2025, official figures from the Office for…
The World’s Top Uranium Producers: Who Fuels the Global Nuclear Industry?
As debates around nuclear power and uranium enrichment intensify globally — particularly amid renewed tensions between Iran and Israel — the spotlight has shifted to the countries actually supplying the…