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target=_blank>Oil Prices Fall as Trump Halts Planned Strikes on Iranian Power Plants
Global oil prices recorded a sharp decline on Monday after Donald Trump stepped back from threats to bomb Iranian power plants. The development has sparked cautious optimism for the global economy threatened by the rising fuel prices. The sudden shift followed signals of diplomatic engagement between the United States and Iran, prompting markets to quickly
target=_blank>Falana: UK-Nigeria agreement on deportation can’t be enforced
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana, has argued that the recently announced migration agreement between Nigeria and the United Kingdom cannot be enforced under Nigerian law. In a statement on Monday, the senior lawyer warns that it undermines constitutional protections and international human rights obligations. The agreement, unveiled during the state visit of President Bola Ahmed
target=_blank>Gov. Soludo appoints 39-yr-old Nnake as Anambra SSG
Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has approved the appointment of Mrs Chiamaka Nnake as the new Secretary to the State Government (SSG). In a statement issued on Monday, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr Christian Aburime, said the appointment takes immediate effect. Nnake, an indigene of Nawfia in Njikoka Local Government Area, is
target=_blank>Security operatives storm Malami’s Abuja residence
Security operatives have raided the residence of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami. Malami, who has been in detention over alleged money laundering, was recently granted bail. Prominent chieftains of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), including former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, had visited him at his residence since he regained freedom. However, hours after Atiku
target=_blank>Sallah: Kano Hisbah arrests over 600 for indecent dressing, others
The Kano State Hisbah Board says it arrested more than 600 people across the state during the recent Sallah festivities for offences ranging from indecent dressing to immoral acts, while also recovering 66 missing children. Deputy Commander General of the Board, Dr Mujahiddin Aminuddin, told Daily Trust on Monday that the arrests were part of
target=_blank>PHOTOS: Atiku visits Malami
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has visited Abubakar Malami, former Minister of Justice. Malami, who is having a running battle with anti-graft agencies, was granted bail last week. In a post on social media, Atiku said he visited Malami after returning from Saudi Arabia. He called for the release of Malam Nasir El-Rufai and other political
target=_blank>NUJ Condemns Police Assault on Bauchi Journalist, Demands Compensation
The Bauchi State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has strongly condemned the assault on a staff member of Albarka Radio in Bununu, Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area, during the Sallah celebrations. In a statement signed by its Secretary, Isah Garba Gadau, the Union described the attack as a violation of human rights
target=_blank>Kwara: 6-month-old baby survives as bandits’ IED kills driver, injures woman
A six-month-old baby survived on Monday after an improvised explosive device (IED) allegedly planted by bandits exploded along a road in Woro community, Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State. The explosion claimed the life of a commercial driver and left a woman critically injured. The development has further heightened fears over insecurity in the
target=_blank>ICPC to arraign El-Rufai in Kaduna
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has announced that it will arraign former Governor Nasir El-Rufa’i, on Tuesday. El-Rufai has been in detention since he honoured the invitation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on February 16, 2026. The EFCC had grilled him for 48 hours before the ICPC
target=_blank>Attacks on the media: IPI Nigeria urges Tinubu to call Gov Bago to order
The International Press Institute (IPI) has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to caution Governor Mohammed Umar Bago of Niger State against taking actions that impede on the rights of journalists and media organisations to carry out their professional duties within the state. IPI Nigeria, in a statement jointly signed by Fidelis Mbah and Tobi Soniyi,
target=_blank>Iran denies talks with US, warns against attack on key infrastructure
Iran’s Foreign Ministry has said it has not held any talks with the United States, insisting that its stance on the Strait of Hormuz and conditions for ending the war remains unchanged. Speaking through the state news agency, spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said, “Messages have been received from some friendly countries regarding the US’s request for
Iran denies talks with US, warns against attack on key infrastructure
target=_blank>Where is your court order, do you want to disgrace me – Malami clashes with EFCC operatives VIDEO
Former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, was captured in a tense exchange with operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, during an early morning raid at his residence in Abuja. In a video cited online, Malami is seen questioning the legitimacy of the operatives’ presence, repeatedly demanding to see a valid court
Where is your court order, do you want to disgrace me – Malami clashes with EFCC operatives VIDEO
target=_blank>Two arrested for allegedly killing cattle in Benue community
Security operatives have arrested two individuals in connection with the killing of cows and the recovery of meat suspected to have been stolen in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. Sources disclosed that the suspects, identified as Sylvester Kuman and Nyitor Akaangee, both from Udei Village, were apprehended at about 1:00 p.m. on March
Two arrested for allegedly killing cattle in Benue community
target=_blank>Colombian military plane carrying troops crashes after takeoff
A Colombian Air Force plane crashed on Monday near the town of Puerto Leguízamo, in Putumayo province, close to the border with Peru. The C-130 Hercules, used for transporting troops, went down shortly after departure while carrying scores of members of Colombia’s Fuerza Pública. Early reports say the number of individuals on board could be
Colombian military plane carrying troops crashes after takeoff
target=_blank>Detaining opponents over political views threatens democracy – Atiku calls for El-Rufai’s release
Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election, Atiku Abubakar, has warned against detaining individuals solely on the basis of their political beliefs or affiliations. He made the statement via his official Facebook page on Monday while reacting to the recent arrest of former Attorney General
Detaining opponents over political views threatens democracy – Atiku calls for El-Rufai’s release
target=_blank>Iran launches new wave of strikes on Israel, US bases
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says it has begun its “77th wave” of attacks, targeting Israel and US military bases across the Middle East. In a statement reported by Tasnim News Agency, a spokesperson said the strikes hit the north, centre and south of Israel, using super-heavy and point-and-shoot systems, Khyber Shaken missiles and
Iran launches new wave of strikes on Israel, US bases
target=_blank>Tony Elumelu marks birthday with renewed commitment to empower 3,200 African entrepreneurs across 54 countries
In a move to reaffirm his commitment to empowering African entrepreneurs, Chairman of Heirs Holdings, UBA Group and Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Tony O. Elumelu, CFR, has announced 3,200 beneficiaries for the 2026 TEF Entrepreneurship Programme. The announcement, made in Abuja, coincides with the philanthropist’s annual reflection on impact, purpose, and the
Tony Elumelu marks birthday with renewed commitment to empower 3,200 African entrepreneurs across 54 countries
target=_blank>CITAD demands prosecution of police officers over alleged assault on journalist in Bauchi
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has called for the immediate prosecution of police officers who allegedly assaulted a journalist in Bauchi State during the Eid Durbar celebration. This was contained in a statement signed by Y.Z. Ya’u, Executive Director of CITAD, on Monday. According to CITAD, Albarka Radio reporter Mohammed Adamu was
CITAD demands prosecution of police officers over alleged assault on journalist in Bauchi
target=_blank>Shettima declares Fintiri APC leader in Adamawa
Vice President Kashim Shettima, at a reception in Adamawa State on Monday for Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, who joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) last month, said Fintiri has automatically become the party leader in Adamawa State. Shettima made the clarification amid ongoing arguments about whether Fintiri leads the party in the state, as opposed to
Shettima declares Fintiri APC leader in Adamawa
target=_blank>Bandits fume over alleged detention of members, indicts govt VIDEO
Armed bandits have expressed anger over alleged detention of members of their group in Kaduna and Kano States as well as the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Abuja. A viral video captured the moment a yet-to-be identified bandit leader surrounded by other bloodthirsty militants expressed dissatisfaction with the Nigerian leaders for holding their members. The criminal
Bandits fume over alleged detention of members, indicts govt VIDEO
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