Trump Moves To Sack Dozens At Voice Of America
On Friday, the Trump administration initiated sweeping layoffs across Voice of America and other U.S. government-funded international media outlets, pressing forward with a controversial overhaul that has sparked legal challenges and bipartisan concern. Kari Lake, a staunch ally of former President Donald Trump and recently appointed to a top position at the U.S. Agency for […]
Gunmen Kill 13, Torch Homes In New Community Raid
Thirteen individuals—predominantly children and the elderly—have been confirmed dead following coordinated attacks on Juwan and Manja communities in Plateau State’s Bokkos and Mangu Local Government Areas. The assailants, believed to be armed herdsmen, also set several homes ablaze during the assaults. The more lethal of the two incidents occurred Thursday night in Juwan, Tangur District […]
Iran Meets EU Powers In Geneva As Israel Conflict Boils
European leaders are pushing for a diplomatic breakthrough as tensions escalate between Iran and Israel, with renewed missile fire targeting Israeli territory on Friday. Speaking on the sidelines of a high-stakes meeting in Geneva, French President Emmanuel Macron said European powers are seeking to present “a comprehensive diplomatic solution” to ease the growing crisis. The […]
Economic Council Postpones 150th NEC Meeting
The National Economic Council (NEC) has postponed its meeting initially slated for yesterday, with no official reason disclosed for the delay. Chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, NEC holds a constitutional responsibility to advise the President on matters related to the nation’s economic management, particularly the harmonization of economic policies and planning across federal and […]
Anti-Israel Rallies Sweep Tehran, Baghdad And Beirut
Following Friday prayers, thousands took to the streets in Tehran, Baghdad, and Beirut to denounce Israel’s military actions against Iran, voicing strong opposition to both Israel and its chief ally, the United States. Footage broadcast by Iranian state television captured scenes of demonstrators in Tehran holding aloft portraits of high-ranking commanders killed since the conflict […]
Pope Cautions AI May Pose Threats To Young Minds
Pope Leo XIV issued a cautionary message on Friday regarding the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) on youth, expressing concern that it could distort their perception of reality and hinder authentic intellectual growth. In his most direct remarks yet on the subject, the pontiff—who holds a degree in mathematics—voiced unease about the unchecked integration […]
Trump To Decide On Iran War Within Next Two Weeks
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he would make a decision within the next two weeks on whether the United States will join Israel in its military campaign against Iran, emphasizing that there remains a “significant” window for diplomatic resolution. The president’s remarks signal a deliberate pause amid rising tensions, potentially creating an […]
Russia Denies Forcing Nigerians To Work In Drone Factory
The Russian Embassy in Nigeria has firmly rejected recent media reports published by a Nigerian outlet, which accused Russia of exploiting Nigerian youths in its factories—specifically those allegedly engaged in the production of military drones. In a Facebook post shared on the official page of the Russian Embassy on Thursday, the mission described the publication […]
Majority Of Rivers Budget Came From Fubara – Senate
The Senate revealed on Thursday that approximately 85% of the proposed N1.48 trillion 2025 budget submitted by Rivers State’s Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), was initially prepared under the administration of suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara. This disclosure was made by Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, Chair of the Senate Ad-Hoc Committee on Emergency Governance in […]
EPL Fines Man City £1m Over Repeated Kick-Off Delays
The Premier League announced on Thursday that Manchester City had been fined over £1 million for delayed kick-offs in nine matches during the previous season. Officials stated that Pep Guardiola’s team had breached rules regarding kick-off and restart times between October and February. They revealed that the most significant delay had occurred during the Manchester […]
Rewane: FG Borrowing Must Be Strategic, Impactful
An economist has urged President Bola Tinubu’s administration to adopt a more deliberate and results-oriented approach to borrowing, emphasizing that any new debt must be tied directly to revenue-generating initiatives that deliver tangible benefits to Nigerians. Speaking on Channels Television’s Business Morning on Thursday, the financial expert stressed the importance of aligning borrowing with national […]
Meta Tried To Get OpenAI Staff With $100m Offers – Altman
Meta reportedly attempted to lure key OpenAI personnel by offering massive financial incentives, including $100 million bonuses and annual compensation packages surpassing that figure, according to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. In an episode of the Uncapped with Jack Altman podcast released Tuesday, Altman revealed that Facebook’s parent company made the high-stakes overture in an effort […]