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US-Israel Strikes on Iran: Global Economic Impact and Lessons for Nigeria

By Elizabeth Ugbo On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched a large-scale military offensive against Iran, targeting its missile sites. The operation, named “Operation Epic Fury”, aimed…

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NATO Intercepts Iran’s Missile Heading to Turkey: Spanish Forces Detect Threat

By Elizabeth Ugbo Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles confirmed that Spanish troops at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, detected a missile launched from Iran on March 9, 2026. The missile threatened…

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Man City vs Liverpool headline FA Cup quarter-final clash

By Elizabeth Ugbo Man City draw Liverpool in blockbuster FA Cup quarter-final Manchester City will face Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-final after Monday’s draw revealed the tie, setting up…

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XLCreativeHub Invites Entries for Screenwriting Competition and Creator Residency

By Elizabeth Ugbo Call for Screenwriters Opens for 2026 Competition XLCreativeHub has invited screenwriters and storytellers to submit synopses for its Screenwriting Competition and Creator Residency, scheduled to take place…

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Israel Strikes Iranian Missile Launcher as Middle East War Escalates

By Elizabeth Ugbo Israel struck an Iranian missile launcher on Tuesday after Iran fired missiles that triggered air raid warnings across several Israeli cities. The attack occurred amid an expanding…

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Nigeria’s Selective Criminalisation of Indigenous Spiritual Practices Raises Constitutional Questions

By Elizabeth Ugbo The recent conviction of traditional spiritual practitioner Chidozie Nwangwu in Anambra State, Nigeria, has reignited debate over religious equality and constitutional rights. Authorities prosecuted him under laws…

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Nigeria Pushes Inclusive Fisheries Value Chain to Empower Women, Youth

By Elizabeth Ugbo Nigeria has intensified efforts to strengthen its fisheries and aquaculture sector by empowering women and youth through inclusive trade and market access. At the Nigeria National Fisheries…

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Nigeria, NACCIMA Partner to Strengthen Data Protection for Businesses

By Elizabeth Ugbo The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) and the National Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Abuja to…

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PSC Denies ₦5 Million Bribe Allegations in Nigeria Police Promotions

By Elizabeth Ugbo The Police Service Commission (PSC) in Abuja, Nigeria, has denied claims that senior officers paid ₦5 million each to secure promotions to Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP).…

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US-Iran War Escalates as Trump Vows Influence Over Iran’s Supreme Leader Selection

By Elizabeth Ugbo Iran Death Toll Rises Amid US-Israel Attacks The US and Israel launched attacks on Iran on February 28, escalating regional tensions. By March 8, 1,332 Iranians had…

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