By Elizabeth Ugbo WASHINGTON, Tuesday — United States President Donald Trump said he does not care whether Iran plays at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, amid rising Middle East tensions, during an interview with Politico where he criticised Tehran’s current state. Trump Dismisses Concerns Over Iran’s Participation Trump addressed the issue as security concerns grow […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo The Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Hajiya Farida Umar, reassured Nigerians in Lafia yesterday, March 3, 2026, that the party remains strong despite defections of former governorship candidates. She said PDP will present new candidates and win the 2027 elections through grassroots engagement. PDP Stands Firm Despite […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo ENUGU, Nigeria – Suspected kidnappers attacked a Catholic Parish House in Aguibeje, Enugu Ezike early Saturday morning, killing two Neighbourhood Watch operatives and injuring another. The assailants forced their way into the Parish House, prompting the priest to raise the alarm. Security sources confirmed the gunfight occurred as operatives responded to the […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has found prima facie evidence of medical negligence and professional misconduct following the death of 21-month-old Master Nkanu Adichie-Esege, son of acclaimed author Chimamanda Adichie. The investigation, triggered by a formal complaint on January 16, 2026, involved testimony from medical practitioners at Euracare Multi-Specialist […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo Iran Missiles Target Israel, No Casualties Reported Iran launched missiles toward Israel early Wednesday, triggering air raid sirens across Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and other cities, as the Israeli military activated defense systems to intercept the threat, while emergency services confirmed no casualties. The attack forced residents into shelters across major urban centers. […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo The UK government has imposed an emergency brake on study visas for nationals of Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan, announcing the measure this week in London to curb rising asylum claims from people who entered legally and later sought protection. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will introduce the new legislation at the Institute […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) on Monday signed an International Management Agreement (IMA) with Radisson Hospitality Belgium and Edison Hotel and Property Development Company in Durban, South Africa. The agreement covers the 204-room Radisson Hotel and Conference Center located beside the Nigerian Content Tower in Swali, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo The House of Representatives, on Tuesday in Abuja, began moves to recover over $7bn allegedly owed to Nigeria’s Federation Account by foreign airlines operating in the country since 2023, as part of a 2023–2025 revenue monitoring exercise targeting the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). House Committee Flags Revenue Leakages The Chairman […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo Rising global oil prices have triggered fresh fuel hikes across Nigeria, as depot owners, marketers and the Dangote Petroleum Refinery adjusted rates following US–Israel airstrikes on Iran that disrupted crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, pushing petrol close to N1,000 per litre, diesel above N1,100 and cooking gas to N950 per […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned what it described as selective enforcement in the prosecution of two of its leaders, Abubakar Malami and Nasir El-Rufai, who are facing corruption-related charges in Abuja. On Tuesday, the party, through its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said authorities were applying the law unevenly. The […]
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