The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a stern warning to President Bola Tinubu and the Department of State Services (DSS), insisting that Nigeria is courting disaster if anything happens to its detained leader, Nnamdi Kanu. In a statement released on Tuesday, IPOB cautioned that the continued detention of […]
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Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger Announce Withdrawal from International Criminal Court
The military-led governments of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have formally announced their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC), declaring they no longer recognise the court’s jurisdiction. In a joint statement on Tuesday, the three Sahel nations accused the ICC of engaging in arbitrary prosecutions and serving as an […]
Joe Igbokwe Blasts Rita Edochie Over Plea for Nnamdi Kanu’s Release
All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain Joe Igbokwe has harshly criticised Nollywood actress Rita Edochie for calling on the Federal Government to release Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Edochie, in a recent Instagram post, appealed for Kanu’s freedom, condemning what she described as double standards in […]
Shettima Attends Africa’s Mineral Development Roundtable at UNGA
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has officially commenced his engagements at the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), where he is representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. As part of his schedule, Shettima participated in a high-level roundtable organized by the Africa Minerals Strategy Group, focused on critical mineral development across […]
No Visa for Corrupt Nigerian Officials, Says US Mission — Reform UK to Scrap Indefinite Settlement for Migrants
The United States Mission in Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to the global fight against corruption, declaring that high-profile Nigerian officials found guilty of corrupt practices will be barred from entering the US. In a statement posted on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle yesterday, the Mission emphasized that its […]
Trump to Headline Opening of 80th UN General Assembly in New York
New York — U.S. President Donald Trump will deliver the keynote address on Tuesday to open the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), setting the tone for a week-long gathering of world leaders in New York. The speeches at the General Debate are scheduled to begin at […]
Flood Disaster: States Intensify Action as 232 Die, 121,000 Displaced
Abuja — The scale of Nigeria’s 2025 flood disaster has continued to widen, with at least 232 lives lost and more than 121,000 people displaced across the country, according to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA). Figures obtained as of September 20 showed that flooding has affected over 339,000 people, […]
Obi Condemns Killing of Security Personnel, Urges Support for Families
Abuja — Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over the increasing cases of violent attacks and killings targeting Nigerian security personnel. In a statement released via his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday, Obi described the spate of assaults […]
NYSC Sets Date for 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Orientation Course
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced that the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Orientation Course will officially begin nationwide on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. In a statement released via its official Facebook page on Monday, the NYSC confirmed that registration across all orientation camps will run until midnight […]
Ballon d’Or 2025: Ousmane Dembélé Wins Men’s Award, Bonmatí Makes History
by Paul Emmanuel The prestigious award, presented annually by France Football magazine since 1956, recognises the best football players in the world. This year, it was Dembélé’s turn to step into the spotlight after years of battling injuries and critics. His speed, creativity, and decisive performances made him the standout […]