New York authorities have officially returned more than $14 million worth of stolen antiquities to India, marking one of the largest recent repatriations of cultural artifacts linked to international smuggling networks. The announcement was made by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg Jr., who confirmed that a total of 657 artifacts recovered through multiple investigations have…
The Kano State Hisbah Board has announced plans to begin medical screening for 3,000 prospective couples ahead of a state-sponsored mass wedding programme aimed at supporting vulnerable residents across the state. The screening exercise will cover 1,500 men and 1,500 women selected to participate in the initiative, according to the Deputy Commander-General of the board,…
Football’s global governing body, FIFA, has confirmed a major rule change that could significantly impact team behavior at the 2026 World Cup. Under the new directive, any team that walks off the pitch during a match will face strict punishment — including red cards and an automatic 3–0 defeat. The decision follows recent reforms approved…
Residents across Lagos State may have to brace for more prolonged power outages after the sudden shutdown of the Egbin Power Station, Nigeria’s largest power-generating plant, triggered fresh supply disruptions in the state. The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) confirmed on Thursday that a major operational failure at the Egbin facility, located in Ikorodu, Lagos,…
