The United States has announced a partial suspension of specific visa categories for Nigerian nationals, a move set to take effect from January 1, 2026, as part of new border and national security measures. In a statement released on Monday, the U.S. Mission in Nigeria confirmed that the restrictions will begin at 12:01 a.m. Eastern…
Fans at Oklahoma’s home College Football Playoff showdown against Alabama were treated to an unexpected spectacle on December 19, 2025, when hip-hop icon 50 Cent made a surprise appearance at the stadium. As the fourth quarter began, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson took the stage and performed his classic hit “Many Men (Wish Death)” live, sending…
France has announced plans to build a new aircraft carrier as part of efforts to reinforce its status as a leading maritime power, President Emmanuel Macron revealed on Sunday. Speaking to French troops stationed at a military base in Abu Dhabi, Macron confirmed that the decision to launch the ambitious defence programme was finalized earlier…
Iran has carried out the execution of a man it said was convicted of spying for Israel, a development that comes amid heightened tensions between Tehran and Tel Aviv. According to Iran’s judiciary-affiliated Mizan news agency, the execution took place on Saturday after the man was found guilty of working for Israel and maintaining links…
The United States military has carried out large-scale airstrikes against Islamic State (ISIS) positions across Syria, marking a forceful response to a recent attack that killed U.S. personnel, American officials confirmed on Friday. According to U.S. defense authorities, the operation targeted dozens of ISIS locations spanning central Syria. The strikes were part of an intensified…
Tension and heartbreak have gripped Mile 12 Central in the Kosofe Local Government Area of Lagos State as residents protest the demolition of more than 200 houses in their community, an exercise they claim was carried out without prior notice. Emotional scenes unfolded as affected residents, many now homeless, took their grievances to the Lagos…
A High Court in Edo State has granted bail to popular activist Harrison Gwamnishu, bringing a temporary relief to a case that has drawn public attention over the past few weeks. Gwamnishu had been in police custody since the beginning of the month following his involvement in ransom negotiations linked to the abduction of a…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has restated his firm support for full local government autonomy, stressing that direct financial allocation to local councils remains the most effective way to drive grassroots development across Nigeria. Speaking on the issue recently, the president emphasized that funds meant for Local Government Areas (LGAs) should be sent to them directly,…
The United States Department of Justice has begun releasing long-anticipated records connected to the investigation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, marking a major development in one of the most controversial cases in recent American history. The disclosure, which began on Friday, follows a deadline set by Congress and is expected to provide deeper insight…
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been appointed as the new captain of Nigeria’s national football team, marking a significant leadership transition for one of Africa’s most decorated sides. The announcement was confirmed on Friday via the official Super Eagles social media handle, which described the appointment as a moment of pride and responsibility for…
