Nigeria, DR Congo Shine at CAVB U18 Beach Volleyball
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo made strong statements on the opening day of the CAVB Beach Volleyball Youth Development Cup in Saly, Senegal, as Africa’s emerging U18 beach volleyball stars began their quest for honours. Nigeria dominated the women’s competition, securing two impressive straight-set victories. They opened their campaign with […]
Lebanon Becomes First Middle East Nation to End Death Penalty
By Oluwakemi Kindness Lebanon’s parliament has abolished the death penalty, making the country the first in the Middle East to formally end capital punishment. Parliament approved a bill abolishing the death penalty on Tuesday, according to the speaker’s office. Lebanon had not carried out an execution since 2004, although courts continued to hand down death […]
Iran Races to Restore Gas Output Ahead of Winter Supply Crisis
By Gbemisola Azeez Iran is accelerating efforts to repair damaged gas-processing facilities after losing 95 million cubic metres per day in production capacity, as the country faces growing pressure on its energy supply ahead of winter. Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said four damaged facilities in Asaluyeh, a major gas-processing hub in Bushehr Province, are […]
Adeleke Defends Dancing, Says It Has Not Affected Duties
By Oluwakemi Kindness Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has defended his penchant for dancing, saying the hobby has not affected his responsibilities or performance as governor. Adeleke spoke on Tuesday at a town hall meeting organised by Arise TV for candidates contesting Saturday’s Osun State governorship election. The governor said dancing was part of his […]
Diplomatic Efforts Advance as Red Sea Security Risks Persist
By Gbemisola Azeez Diplomatic efforts to ease tensions in the Middle East are showing signs of movement, even as a deadly attack on a commercial vessel in the Red Sea highlights the continuing risks to regional security and international shipping. Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesman, Majed al-Ansari, said negotiations between Oman and Iran over arrangements for […]
FG Queries NAICOM Over N500m Recapitalisation Fee Demand
By Mardiyyah Abubakar The Federal Government has queried the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) over disputed fees and escrow demands linked to the ongoing recapitalisation of NICON Insurance Limited and Nigeria Reinsurance Corporation. The Ministry of Finance directed NAICOM to provide a detailed response and legal justification for the disputed charges. The query follows a petition […]
Abuja All-Stars Veterans Tournament Opens in Spectacular Fashion
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Abuja All Stars International Veterans Invitational Football Tournament has kicked off in grand style at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Package A, Abuja, with Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports, Comrade Philip Shaibu, performing the official ceremonial kick-off. The tournament, which features 22 teams, brings together former professional […]
Kalu Flags Off Skills Programme for 150 Abia Youths
By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has flagged off a four-month skills development programme for 150 youths in Abia State. The programme will equip participants with practical skills in building projects, with training running from August to November 2026. Of the 150 trainees selected across the state, 130 are […]
Peller Warns Critics Over Disrespecting Wife Jarvis
By Gbemisola Azeez Nigerian TikTok content creator Habeeb Hamzat-Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, has warned social media users against disrespecting his newlywed wife, Amadou Elizabeth-Aminata, also known as Jarvis. Peller issued the warning on Monday, August 10, two days after their white wedding. In a series of posts on his Instagram Stories, the content creator […]
Judy Austin Sues Ex-Husband, Rita Edochie for ₦2bn
By Gbemisola Azeez Nollywood actress Judy Austin has filed separate defamation lawsuits against her ex-husband, Emmanuel Chukwuobasi, and Rita Edochie, seeking a combined ₦2 billion in damages. Judy is demanding ₦1 billion each from Chukwuobasi and Edochie over statements she alleges were defamatory and damaging to her reputation. In the suit against Chukwuobasi, she is […]