Earthquake hits Iranian capital Tehran
An earthquake struck the Iranian capital Tehran late on Tuesday, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said. The USGS said the magnitude 4.3 quake occurred at 11:46 pm (2016 GMT). Iranian…
UN urges ‘independent’ probes into deadly Nigeria, Chad airstrikes
The UN rights chief on Wednesday demanded independent investigations into reports that separate airstrikes by the Nigerian and Chadian armies in northern Nigeria killed dozens of civilians. The Nigerian military…
UCL Final: PSG boosted by three key injury returns ahead of Arsenal clash
PSG have received a significant injury boost ahead of their UEFA Champions League final clash with Arsenal later this month. Recall that the French Ligue 1 champions secured their place…
‘She’s here’ – Veekee James, husband welcome baby girl
Fashion designer Veekee James and her husband, Femi Atere, have welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Eliana Adeife Atere. The excited couple announced the arrival of their daughter…
₦100m DSS Defamation Judgment: SERAP appeals, seeks stay of execution
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed an appeal against the judgment delivered on 5 May 2026 by the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, which…
BudgIT commends Abia’s progress, seeks strategic partnership
The BudgIT Foundation has commended developmental strides in Abia under the administration of Gov. Alex Otti. BudgIT also proposed a strategic partnership with the Abia government on fiscal sustainability, transparency…
2026 FIFA World Cup: 4 countries release provisional squads
By Adegboyega Adeleye With the 2026 FIFA World Cup fast approaching, several countries have already taken major steps toward finalising their squads by unveiling provisional player lists ahead of the…
Conan O’Brien to host 2027 Oscars – Organisers
Comedian Conan O’Brien will return for the third straight time to host the Oscars in 2027, organizers announced Tuesday. O’Brien, 63, will preside over the 99th edition of American cinema’s…
We didn’t disqualify any Ebonyi Assembly aspirant – APC screening committee
The All Progressives Congress (APC) screening committee for aspirants into the Ebonyi House of Assembly says it did not disqualify any aspirant during its screening exercise in Abakaliki. The Chairman…
2027: NDC pegs presidential forms at N60m, governorship at N30m
…Presidential primary election to hold May 29, 2026 in Abuja By Henry Umoru ABUJA- AHEAD of 2027 Presidential and general elections, the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC has pegged its cost…