First Ships Pass Through Strait Of Hormuz Since Ceasefire
Two ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz since Iran agreed to reopen the waterway as part of a ceasefire deal, maritime monitor Marine Traffic said Wednesday. “The Greek-owned…
CAF President Visits Dakar Following AFCON Trophy Reversal
The president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) was in Dakar Wednesday, nearly a month after the body’s shock decision to strip Senegal of its AFCON title and award…
Shell Q1 Results Boosted By Soaring Oil Prices
British energy giant Shell on Wednesday said first-quarter earnings were set for a “significant” boost from oil prices soaring during the Middle East war, which nevertheless lowered its production. Despite…
Atiku, Obi, Amaechi, Kwankwaso, Aregbesola, Mark, Lead ‘Save Democracy’ Protest
Prominent members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) are leading the “Save Nigeria Democracy” protest in Abuja. Several chieftains of the party, including Peter Obi; ex-vice president Atiku Abubakar, a…
Replenishing Jet Fuel Supplies Could Take Months Despite Hormuz Reopening, IATA Warns
Body representing global airlines, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) warned on Wednesday that it would take months for jet fuel supply to recover despite Iran reopening the Strait of…
Nigerian Crude Falls Below $95/b After War Temporary Ceasefire
Nigerian crude oil, Bonny Light, dropped below $95 a barrel on Wednesday from above $130 after Iran agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for two weeks in exchange for…
Naira Weakens To ₦1,389/$
The Naira weakened to N1,389 per dollar after the United States, Israel, and Iran agreed to a two-week temporary ceasefire. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN)…
North Korea Fires Two Rounds Of Ballistic Missiles
North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles in two rounds on Wednesday, South Korea’s military said, after reporting an “unidentified projectile” was launched from the Pyongyang area the previous day.…
How Did Pakistan Broker Temporary Truce Between Iran And The US?
Pakistan has emerged as a key intermediary between Iran and the United States to secure a temporary ceasefire and host negotiations to end the war in the Middle East. On…
ASUU UNIJOS Declares Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid March Salary, Allowances
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Jos branch, has declared a total and indefinite withdrawal of services following the non-payment of March 2026 salaries and the exclusion…