French Troops Will Remain In Chad, Macron’s Envoy Insists
An envoy for French President Emmanuel Macron has insisted that France will keep troops in junta-run Chad as it retreats elsewhere in Africa following crises with other military regimes. French influence in its former West African colonies has waned as military rulers battling jihadist rebellions in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger expelled its troops and […]
Outrage As Bandits Abduct 280 Pupils From Kaduna Schools
No fewer than 280 pupils and teachers of Government Secondary School and LEA primary school at Kuriga, Kaduna State were kidnapped by bandits yesterday which has now triggered a national outrage amongst Nigerians. The Jama’atu Nasril Islam, Amnesty International, the Parent Teacher Association of Nigeria, the Nigeria Union of Teachers, and the House of Representatives […]
Russia War: UK Donates 10,000 Drones To Ukraine
The United Kingdom has concluded plans to supply Ukraine with no fewer than 10,000 drones to aid its fight against Russia’s invasion, the government said Thursday as Defence Secretary Grant Shapps visited Kyiv. The defence ministry explained that it was spending a further £125 million ($160 million) on “cutting-edge drones”, bringing its overall drone package […]
Insecurity: Nigeria Losing Economic Life, Peter Obi Laments
The Presidential candidate of Labour Party, LP in last year’s general election, Peter Obi has lamented to continuous activities of terrorists in Nigeria, stressing that the country is losing its economic life to insecurity on a daily basis. Obi said its worrisome that terrorists activities now occur on a daily basis in Nigeria. He was […]
Elon Musk Considers Removing Likes, Reposts from X Platform
The Chief Executive Officer of X, Elon Musk, has hinted at the possibility of removing likes and reposts from the X platform. He revealed this during his participation in the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media, and Telecom Conference on Wednesday. Musk announced that his social media platform X is deliberating the removal of visible engagement metrics, […]
Health Insurance Premiums Covered For 200 By Delta Legislator
200 indigent residents of Oshimili North Local Government Area in Delta State were filled with both jubilation and relief upon learning that their healthcare needs had been secured for one year by their representative in the Delta State House of Assembly, Mr. Frank Esenwah. Esenwah announced that he had covered the health insurance premiums for […]
Gov’s Aide Denies Favoritism In Gratuity Distribution In A’Ibom
Akwa Ibom State Government has assured retired workers from diverse backgrounds that have meticulously fulfilled all documentation requirements that they can access their retirement benefits without any additional procedures. The state’s approach to gratuity distribution for retired workers and civil servants follows a strict ‘first come, first served’ model, emphasizing equality over preferential treatment. During […]
Cargo Ship Hit By Houthi Missile In Gulf Of Aden, 3 Killed
As tensions escalate in the region, reports emerge of three crew members meeting their untimely demise in a Houthi missile attack on a cargo ship off southern Yemen, underscoring the perilous reality faced by maritime trade amid ongoing conflicts. Wednesday’s attack left the Barbados-flagged True Confidence abandoned, its hull marred by substantial damage inflicted during […]
Japan: $13m In Rental Luxury Watches Reported Missing
As per local media accounts, Japan is reeling from the disappearance of approximately 900 luxury timepieces, valued at nearly $13 million. The unfolding saga began with the closure of a watch rental platform, culminating in its owner’s escape to Dubai. Individuals who owned Rolex and other expensive watches earned monthly deposit fees by lending them […]
Abati Objects To Tinubu’s Sons Over Ministers On Protocol List
Reuben Abati, a journalist from Arise TV and a former media advisor to the president, has raised inquiries about the professional endeavors of President Bola Tinubu‘s sons, Seyi and Yinka. Abati, who once served as a media aide to former President Goodluck Jonathan, shared his perspective during Wednesday’s broadcast of “The Morning Show” on Arise […]
Kano Emir Deposition: Sanusi Credits Wigwe For Saving Family
The 14th Emir of Kano State, Mohammed Sanusi, shared his account of being deposed and having to depart from the state, highlighting the pivotal role played by the late Dr. Herbert Wigwe, former CEO of Access Bank Plc, in aiding him during that period. Sanusi made this revelation during the night of tributes honoring Wigwe’s […]
China Condemns Gaza Conflict As ‘Disgraceful To Civilization’
China condemned the ongoing conflict in Gaza, branding it a dark stain on the fabric of humanity, and urged for an immediate cessation of hostilities, as mediators worked tirelessly to broker a truce amidst the conflict’s prolonged duration. US President Joe Biden has implored Hamas to agree to a ceasefire arrangement with Israel prior to […]