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Israeli air strike destroys part of last functioning hospital in Gaza City

The situation in Gaza continues to be extremely serious and tragic, especially with the targeting of medical facilities like Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital, which are...

Nigerian bandit kingpin and 100 followers killed

Nigeria’s long-running battle against banditry—Gwaska Dankarami being reportedly killed, especially along with 100 of his suspected fighters, is a huge tactical and symbolic victory...

Newcastle boss Howe taken to hospital

That's really concerning news about Eddie Howe, especially given how important he’s been to Newcastle’s resurgence in recent years. At just 47, he’s still...

Iran says it wants ‘fair agreement’ as nuclear talks with US begin in Oman

This is a major geopolitical moment, and potentially a pivotal turning point—the first high-level talks between Iran and the U.S. since 2018, happening in...

US tariffs could spark humanitarian crisis – China

This latest escalation between the U.S. and China is seriously intense—and it’s no longer just about the two countries. Wang Wentao’s warning that developing...

NAF advocates nationwide rollout of air mobile first aid training

That’s a truly forward-thinking initiative from the Nigerian Air Force—integrating Air Mobile First Aid into emergency healthcare training could be a game-changer, especially in...

Security forces repels bandits’ attacks in Katsina

That’s an intense and commendable show of coordination by the security forces in Katsina. Two separate attacks in under an hour, both repelled with...

Hundreds of flights cancelled in China as strong winds hit capital

That's a wild weather situation up in Beijing—those wind speeds are no joke. Gusts up to 93 mph (150 kph) and a level 13...

US, Iran to hold high-stakes nuclear talks

The renewed US-Iran nuclear talks in Muscat, Oman, mark a critical moment in global diplomacy, as both sides cautiously explore the possibility of a...

Falana warns Akpabio against using police in political dispute

Prominent human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, has issued a firm warning to Senate President Godswill Akpabio over his decision to involve the Nigeria...

Lagos sets July 12 for local government election

The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) has officially announced that the much-anticipated local government elections will take place on July 12, 2025. This...

Gabon votes in first presidential election since 2023 coup

Gabonese voters have begun casting their ballots in a crucial presidential election that is expected to mark a significant turning point for the country,...

US embassy introduces new visa interview requirements for Nigerians

The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria has announced updated visa interview requirements that will take effect on April 22, 2025. These changes primarily affect applicants...

Air Peace pledges to return trafficked underage girls from Côte d’Ivoire

Dr. Allen Onyema, the Chairman of Air Peace, has taken a strong stance against the trafficking of Nigerian underage girls to Côte d'Ivoire. In...

Nigerians shouldn’t be poor — Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo's recent statement highlights a crucial issue facing Nigeria: despite the country's abundant resources, many Nigerians continue to live in poverty....

Government aims to take control of British Steel

Parliament has been recalled for a rare Saturday sitting to pass an emergency law aimed at saving British Steel's Scunthorpe plant from imminent closure. Sir...

Transfer: Osimhen to decide future this summer

Victor Osimhen's comments really highlight both his appreciation for Galatasaray and his desire to keep his options open. It’s clear he’s fully focused on...

Ukraine will keep fighting with our support – Britain, Germany tell Russia

Germany and the UK have taken a prominent leadership role in rallying support for Ukraine, co-chairing the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (also known as...

Tinubu holds high-level talks with US official in France

President Bola Tinubu met with U.S. State Department Senior Advisor for Africa, Massad Boulos, in Paris on Thursday. The discussions focused on regional security,...

Witkoff meets Putin as Trump urges Russia to ‘get moving’

U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg on Friday. This marks their third meeting...

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