The Nigerian government has begun the process of receiving citizens evacuated from South Africa following recent incidents of xenophobic violence that have raised concerns about the safety of foreign nationals living in the country. A total of 268 Nigerians are expected to arrive in Lagos as part of the first batch of returnees under a…
Nigeria’s Senate has intensified its investigation into the finances of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited by ordering the arrest of former Group Chief Executive Officer Mele Kyari following his failure to appear before the Senate Committee on Public Accounts. The committee is currently examining a series of audit queries relating to the company’s financial…
Fresh reports emerging from the Middle East suggest that the United States may have approved the release of $3 billion in previously frozen Iranian assets as part of diplomatic efforts to halt recent hostilities between Iran and Israel. According to reports carried by Israeli broadcaster Kann and later echoed by media outlets affiliated with Iran’s…
Football fans are set to witness a unique moment in international football history as Cristiano Ronaldo prepares to face Nigeria’s Super Eagles for the very first time in his illustrious career. The Portuguese superstar has been named in the starting line-up for Portugal’s international friendly against Nigeria national football team, a match that serves as…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has initiated a major diplomatic effort aimed at bringing home nearly 300 Nigerian citizens currently serving prison sentences in Ethiopia, signaling a renewed commitment to addressing the welfare of Nigerians detained abroad. According to sources within the Presidency and Nigeria’s foreign service, the President has directed a high-level delegation to travel…
Spanish football giants FC Barcelona are facing a fresh financial challenge as the club’s ambitious Espai Barca redevelopment project requires additional funding to reach completion. Reports indicate that the €1.45 billion financing package secured by Barcelona for the large-scale renovation of the iconic Spotify Camp Nou and surrounding facilities is no longer sufficient to cover…
Nigeria’s reliance on imported petrol has dropped dramatically, with the country’s spending on fuel imports falling by more than 96 percent in the first quarter of 2026. The sharp decline highlights a major shift in Nigeria’s energy landscape and reflects the growing impact of domestic refining capacity on the nation’s fuel supply chain. According to…
Seplat Energy has announced a significant leadership transition that will see renowned businessman and investor Tony O. Elumelu assume the role of Chairman of the Board from January 1, 2027, marking a new chapter in the company’s growth journey. The announcement forms part of a broader succession plan designed to strengthen governance, ensure leadership continuity,…
A proposal that could significantly reshape Nigeria’s political landscape is set to be considered by the National Assembly, as Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has expressed support for a constitutional amendment that would introduce a single six-year term for the President and state governors. Speaking during a session on the Senate floor, Bamidele revealed that one…
A stabbing incident at New York City’s Penn Station on Sunday evening left five people injured and sparked fresh concerns about public safety in one of the nation’s busiest transportation hubs. The attack occurred at an entrance to Penn Station located at West 33rd Street and Seventh Avenue, drawing a rapid response from emergency services…
