Outrage yesterday trailed plans by US President Donald Trump to attack Nigeria over alleged genocidal killings of Christians in the country. Recall that President Trump had threatened to take such action, following the failure of the Federal Government to check

The Presidency has said that President Bola Tinubu will meet with his United States counterpart, Donald Trump, in the coming days to discuss allegations of a Christian genocide in Nigeria. Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication,

…a milestone in Rivers State’s affordable housing drive A new chapter in the housing story of Rivers State unfolded on Friday, October 24, 2025, as the first resident officially moved into her home at the Greater TaF City, a 20,000-unit

Delta State Government has praised Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited for its pivotal role in safeguarding oil facilities and stabilizing Nigeria’s economy. Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, gave the commendation on Sunday during an

Hundreds of demonstrators rallied in Abuja on October 20, 2025, calling for the unconditional release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra facing treason charges since his 2021 rendition from Kenya. Security forces deployed tear

South Africa’s health minister on Tuesday called lenacapavir, the first twice-yearly HIV prevention jab in the world, a “groundbreaking” tool to fight the disease, but warned initial donated supply would be limited to nearly half a million people in the

The last patient being treated since an outbreak of the disease was declared in early September has been released from hospital. Their recovery starts the clock on a 42-day countdown to declaring the outbreak over if no further cases are

A cargo aircraft skidded off a Hong Kong runway and collided with a security patrol car before both fell into the sea early Monday, killing the two people in the car, authorities said. The plane's four crew members were unhurt.

KENYA - Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga was buried Sunday at his rural home as the country, which has previously been marred by post-election violence and anti-government protests, faces political uncertainty. Kenyan leaders present at the burial, including President

On October 20, 2025, Nigerians on X marked the fifth anniversary of the 2020 Lekki Tollgate Massacre, where soldiers killed at least 12 unarmed #EndSARS protesters in Lagos, as verified by a state judicial panel and human rights organizations. The

...recovers 290,000 litres of stolen products in major crackdown Troops of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, have intensified their clampdown on crude oil theft and illegal refining operations across the Niger Delta, arresting 28 suspects and recovering over 290,000 litres

The National Health Service (NHS) will soon offer a groundbreaking HIV prevention injection to people in England and Wales who are at high risk of contracting the virus but are not currently infected. This aligns NHS policy with Scotland and

An army colonel, Michael Randrianirina, has taken power in Madagascar after leading a swift military coup that ousted President Andry Rajoelina, who has fled the country claiming his life was in danger. Randrianirina, commander of an elite army unit, was

Reality TV star Phyna has addressed the widely circulated video capturing her in a physical altercation at an Abuja hotel on Tuesday.The confrontation, reportedly sparked by a dispute over an unpaid N200,000 debt, began in Phyna’s hotel room and escalated

The Nigerian federal government has dismissed reports suggesting that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is no longer required for admission into tertiary institutions in Nigeria, calling the claims false and misleading.In a statement issued Thursday, the Director of

Gunmen ambushed a security personnel in Nigeria's northwestern Zamfara state and killed at least eight people, the state's governor said. The attack took place Thursday on the Gusau-Funtua road in Zamfara state’s Tsafe area, and killed five police officers and

A ruling party office in western Cameroon was set on fire amid growing unrest following a disputed presidential election. Opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary, a former minister, claims victory over 92-year-old President Paul Biya, accusing the government of massive vote

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has called on Congress to label Nigeria as a violator of religious freedom, alleging “mass murder” of Christians — claims the Nigerian government and analysts strongly reject as false and exaggerated. Cruz’s proposal, if approved, could

The funeral service for the towering political figure, who died Wednesday at age 80 while receiving medical treatment in India, drew thousands of mourners and foreign dignitaries to the stadium in the capital, Nairobi. Odinga’s body arrived before 9 a.m.

Governor Alex Otti addressed supporters in Umuahia, Nigeria, on Thursday, reaffirming his commitment to the Labour Party and vowing resistance against any manipulation of the 2027 Abia governorship election. He warned potential riggers to prepare their last wills, stating the