Beijing Seeks Constructive Trade Path With Washington
China on Monday expressed hope that the United States would work toward constructive trade results, as the clock ticks down on a temporary deal struck between both nations last month, set to lapse on Tuesday. “We hope that the US will work with China to follow the important consensus reached during the phone call between […]
Ibom Air Ejects Passenger After Onboard Assault
Nigerian airline Ibom Air has imposed a permanent flying ban on passenger Comfort Emmanson after she allegedly assaulted crew members on its Uyo–Lagos service during an incident at Lagos airport on Sunday. In a statement on Monday, the carrier said Emmanson’s conduct amounted to gross misconduct and confirmed she would no longer be allowed aboard […]
Floods Force Suspension Of Operations At Mexico Airport
Mexico City’s Benito Juárez International Airport was forced into an hours-long shutdown on Sunday as torrential rains swamped the capital, bringing visibility to dangerously low levels. Airport officials announced the suspension of all landings and takeoffs shortly before 9:00 p.m. local time (0300 GMT), citing reports from the aeronautical authority that conditions were unsafe for […]
Musk’s Tesla Files Application To Power Homes In UK
Elon Musk’s Tesla — better known for revolutionising electric cars — is steering into Britain’s electricity market. The company has applied to Ofgem for a licence to supply power directly to homes and businesses across England, Scotland, and Wales. If regulators give the green light, Tesla could be selling electricity as early as next year, […]
Without Ndigbo, There Is No Nigeria
By Prof. MarkAnthony Nze Ndigbo are not just one of Nigeria’s many ethnic groups, they are a cornerstone of the nation’s economic power, cultural identity, and intellectual achievement. Concentrated in the five southeastern states of Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, and Imo, yet spread across Delta, Rivers, Lagos, the North, and the global diaspora, the Igbo […]
Why The 1% Will Always Win The Masses
The Street Boss: Prof. Nze’s Masterpiece Of Power, Betrayal
At the burning heart of Prof. MarkAnthony Nze’s riveting political-crime trilogy stands The Street Boss (Book 2)—a novel that does not merely tell a story but shakes its readers awake with the pulse of a city that never sleeps, and a man who refuses to bow. Lasgidi—a sprawling megacity where skyscrapers glitter like gold teeth […]
Crews Fight Relentless Wildfire Outside Athens
For a second consecutive day, hundreds of firefighters have been working to bring a deadly wildfire under control in the outskirts of Athens, as strong winds heighten concerns that the blaze could spread further. According to the fire department, more than 260 personnel, supported by nearly 80 fire engines and 12 aircraft, have been deployed […]
Lamido: Jonathan Is PDP’s Strongest Candidate For 2027 Election
Former Jigawa State governor Sule Lamido has named ex-president Goodluck Jonathan as the Peoples Democratic Party’s strongest prospect for the 2027 presidential race, urging the party to make deliberate efforts to woo him back. “I think for PDP now they should try to woo him [Jonathan]; he is their best bet. To me, he is […]
Dutch-Nigerian Entrepreneur Hits Badenoch Over Nigeria Comments
Nigerian-born Dutch entrepreneur Dr. Wiebe Boer has criticised UK opposition leader Kemi Badenoch for publicly renouncing her Nigerian identity, calling the stance “deeply problematic.” Boer, who was born and raised in Nigeria but holds Dutch citizenship, shared his views in a LinkedIn post on Friday, emphasising that Nigeria remains central to his sense of self […]
Japan Marks 80 Years Since Nagasaki Bombing With Cathedral Bells
On Saturday, Japan solemnly commemorates the 80th anniversary of the bombing of Nagasaki, with one of the most poignant moments of this year’s observance being the ringing of the twin cathedral bells. This marks the first time since the atomic bomb was dropped on the city eight decades ago that the bells will toll, poignantly […]
Jumping Like WiFi Since 1999: A Satirical Series—Part 15
The Grand Finale – How to Survive a Country That Eats Its Best and Elects Its Worst By Prof. MarkAnthony Nze In some countries, failure in governance results in resignations, criminal investigations, and public shame. In Nigeria? It results in promotion, chieftaincy titles, and a federal appointment “in appreciation of years of dedicated looting.” Let’s […]