Bayelsa State is in mourning following the sudden death of its Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Oborawharievwo Ewhrudjakpo, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 60. According to family sources, the deputy governor collapsed in his office at approximately 1:30 pm, prompting an urgent medical response. He was taken to an undisclosed hospital, where…
Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has stated that the federal government cannot directly intervene in the recent surge in domestic airfare prices, citing the full deregulation of the aviation sector. His comments come amid widespread public frustration as ticket prices have risen by over 400 percent in recent months. The steep hike has sparked…
A tense border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia has intensified for a second consecutive day, expanding into new areas as both countries exchange accusations of targeting civilians and violating ceasefire terms. The latest escalation comes amid growing outrage after footage surfaced showing Cambodian forces involving women and children in handling mortar shells during active military…
The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has released a new video documenting its attack on a Nigerian Army position in Mairari, Borno State. The assault, which took place yesterday, targeted a military base in the insurgency-prone region, further highlighting the ongoing security challenges in northeastern Nigeria. In the footage circulated by the terror group,…
Carter Efe is receiving major accolades in Nigeria’s streaming space, with one commentator declaring him the only creator in the country “actually doing a proper stream.” According to the viral remark, while most streamers “simply talk behind the camera,” Carter Efe stands out for his dynamic on-air presence, creativity, and engaging format that matches global…
Tensions in Benin have escalated sharply as additional factions of the country’s military have reportedly joined the ongoing coup attempt against President Patrice Talon. The development comes just hours after the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) announced its decision to launch a military intervention aimed at “instilling order” and restoring constitutional governance in…
A Nigerian Air Force C-130 transport aircraft made an emergency landing in Burkina Faso on Monday after allegedly entering the country’s airspace without official clearance, authorities in Ouagadougou have confirmed. The incident was first reported by the Agence d’Information du Burkina (AIB), the state-owned news agency, which released details from a statement issued by the…
Thailand’s Queen Suthida showcased remarkable athleticism and national spirit as she completed a 21.1-kilometre half-marathon in Bangkok on Sunday, running side-by-side with Kenyan long-distance icon Eliud Kipchoge. The event drew an impressive crowd, with 50,000 runners filling the streets of the capital for one of the nation’s biggest racing gatherings. Queen Suthida finished the half-marathon…
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence has stressed that the country’s security challenges cannot be solved through military force alone, calling for a holistic approach rooted in justice, fairness and effective governance. Speaking during a national security briefing, the minister emphasized that Nigeria’s problems extend beyond the battlefield and require coordinated efforts across both kinetic (military) and…
Tensions in Yemen’s eastern region escalated sharply after footage surfaced showing large Saudi military convoys heading toward Hadhramaut, sparking fears of a direct confrontation with UAE-backed forces. The development follows an announcement by the Southern Transitional Council (STC) that it had taken control of Seiyun, one of the most important cities in Hadhramaut. The STC’s…
