The United States has officially lifted its naval blockade of Iran following a peace agreement between the two countries. The move reopens the Strait of Hormuz, restores maritime trade, and could significantly impact global oil markets.
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has stated that any retaliatory measures against South Africa over the alleged harassment of Nigerians would ultimately fall within the jurisdiction of the National Assembly. Speaking on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the minister explained that while the Federal Government is currently pursuing diplomatic engagement with South African authorities,…
Iran has resumed crude oil exports for the first time in two months, marking a significant development for global energy markets as the first tankers carrying Iranian oil head toward East Asia. According to ship-monitoring firm TankerTrackers.com, the initial shipments of Iranian crude have successfully departed through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s…
Nigeria has taken another major step in its digital broadcasting journey with the launch of FreeTV, a new national digital television platform designed to provide millions of households with access to free, high-quality television services without monthly subscription charges. The initiative, officially unveiled on June 17, 2026, is part of the Federal Government’s ongoing Digital…
Nigeria’s status as one of the world’s leading palm oil producers has come under renewed scrutiny after new trade data revealed that the country spent billions of naira importing crude palm oil from neighboring West African nations in the first quarter of 2026. According to the latest Foreign Trade Statistics report released by the National…
The government of Equatorial Guinea has stepped down after failing to meet key national development goals, marking a significant political development in the oil-rich Central African country. The resignation was announced by Vice-President Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue, who revealed that the administration achieved only about 10 percent of the objectives assigned to it. In a…
Former France international Thierry Henry has questioned Cristiano Ronaldo’s approach during Portugal’s 1-1 draw against Democratic Republic of the Congo in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. Portugal were expected to begin their qualifying journey with a victory, but the African side produced a resilient performance to secure a historic result….
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced sweeping new regulations aimed at increasing transparency, reducing market concentration, and strengthening oversight within the country’s rapidly expanding digital payments industry. In a circular dated June 15, 2026, and signed by the Director of the Payments System Supervision Department, Dr. Rakiya Yusuf, the apex bank directed banks,…
France superstar Kylian Mbappé etched his name deeper into football history after surpassing two of the sport’s greatest icons, Lionel Messi and Pelé, in the FIFA World Cup goalscoring rankings. The Real Madrid forward achieved the milestone during France’s 3-1 victory over Senegal in their opening Group I match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup…
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss his country’s opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Panama after losing a final legal appeal challenging Canada’s decision to deny him entry into the country. The 33-year-old former Arsenal star, who now plays for Spanish club Villarreal, sought to overturn the visa refusal through a last-minute application at…
