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Trump Hails Court Win Over New York Times Lawsuit
Judge orders updated complaint as president claims NYT dismissal bid fails in $15B defamation case
Tinubu Worse Than Maduro — American Fires Explosive Call for US Military Action in Nigeria
Jeffrey Guterman equates Tinubu's leadership to Maduro's Venezuela, calls for US troops and arrest over alleged narcotics ties and economic woes.
Atiku Demands Transparency as ₦12.8 Trillion Budget Storm Rages
APC’s Furious Rebuttal Exposes Deep Rift Over Service-Wide Vote: Slush Fund or Legitimate Contingency
53 Iranian Civilians Killed as US-Iran War Rages On
Tehran’s Health Ministry reports rising death toll amid intensified fighting, as civilians bear the brunt of escalating strikes and regional tensions
El Mayo Zambada, Sinaloa Cartel Co-Founder, Gets Life in Prison for Flooding U.S. with Deadly Drugs
Veteran kingpin, 76, sentenced in Brooklyn to mandatory life term without parole after guilty plea, $15B forfeiture; joins El Chapo behind bars in major U.S. victory against cartel violence
Iranian Missiles Kill Two US Troops in Jordan Strike
Deadly attack on American service members escalates regional tensions as CENTCOM confirms casualties amid ongoing Iran-US confrontations.
US Reimposes Naval Blockade on Iran: Oil Shockwaves Loom
Washington tightens economic pressure on Tehran amid ongoing tensions, raising fears of higher global energy prices and renewed maritime risks in the Strait of Hormuz.
Breaking: Warship Strike Rocks Merchant Vessel Off Oman
UKMTO reports incident 100 nautical miles east of Duqm as regional tensions escalate amid ongoing Hormuz disputes and broader Middle East conflicts; no casualties confirmed, but shipping risks mount.
South African Police Arrest 69 in Violent Anti-Immigrant Protest
Clashes erupt on southeast coast as weeks of anti-foreigner unrest force thousands to flee, highlighting deep tensions over immigration and economic hardship.
US Launches Third Strike on Iran as Strait of Hormuz Crisis Escalates
Airstrikes hit 140+ targets after Iranian attack on merchant ship, pushing fragile ceasefire to the brink amid rising regional tensions
Iran Defiantly Rejects US Ultimatum, Tightens Grip on Strait of Hormuz
Tehran asserts sole authority with Oman over strategic waterway amid fragile truce, escalating global energy security fears and testing fragile post-conflict diplomacy.
Mojtaba Khamenei Vows Revenge for Slain Father as Tensions with US Escalate
Mojtaba Khamenei declares avenging slain Ayatollah Ali Khamenei a sacred duty amid fragile post-war tensions with US and Israel.
BREAKING: Lebanon Joins Next Round of Israel Talks Amid Fragile Regional Ceasefire Hopes
Diplomatic breakthrough signals potential progress toward lasting border security as US-mediated negotiations continue against backdrop of wider Middle East tensions.
Trump Threatens Massive US Retaliation Against Iran If He Is Assassinated
President Donald Trump threatens massive retaliation with 1,000 missiles locked and loaded amid escalating tensions and reported Iranian plots against him.
Tinubu Meeting Quells Yobe APC Gubernatorial Candidate Replacement Rumors
Governor Mai Mala Buni’s closed-door discussion with President Bola Tinubu appears to end speculation of Bashir Machina stepping in as 2027 flagbearer amid intense party intrigues.
Tanzanian Billionaire Pledges $100 Million for Dangote’s Ambitious Kenya Oil Refinery
Mohammed Dewji signals strong investor confidence in Aliko Dangote’s East African expansion plans as Nigeria’s industrial giant eyes regional dominance in oil refining.
Paraguayan Senator Claims Instagram Hack After Vile Mbappé Racism Tirade
Celeste Amarilla faces backlash and Senate motion after offensive posts targeting Kylian Mbappé following France’s 2026 World Cup victory over Paraguay.
UK Police Arrest 26-Year-Old in Shocking Murder of Former Minister Ann Widdecombe
Tragic death of outspoken 78-year-old conservative icon at her Devon home sparks nationwide tributes and intense investigation into non-terror related killing.
US Launches Fresh Air Strikes on Iran’s Chabahar Port, Bushehr Region
American forces target marine infrastructure in retaliation for attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz as regional tensions escalate amid fragile ceasefire talks.
FBI Launches Probe into Argentine Football Association Finances in The U.S.
As Argentina chases further World Cup success, reports emerge of a U.S. investigation into the AFA's handling of over $300 million in transactions routed through American banks and a Florida company, raising questions of potential money laundering and fraud—with no charges filed yet.
Diesel Price Edges Up to ₦1,450/Litre Amid Global Oil Surge
Nigerian depot owners adjust ex-depot diesel price by 3% in 24 hours following sharp rise in international crude oil prices triggered by Middle East tensions
Nigel Farage Quits Parliament to Trigger By-Election Amid £5 Million Donation Probe
Reform UK leader resigns as Clacton MP over scrutiny of undeclared £5m gift from billionaire Christopher Harborne, framing the snap vote as 'people versus establishment' while vowing to stand again and continue his political revolution.
VIDEO: Umahi’s Viral Plea to Igbos: ‘Join Tinubu’s Vision — The New Biafra Is Infrastructure’
Minister of Works David Umahi urges Igbo communities in Lagos and across Nigeria to embrace national integration, highlighting massive road projects and political inclusion in 2026
NATO Gathers in Ankara: Historic Summit Strengthens Global Alliances for Peace
32 NATO Allies plus partners from Ukraine, EU, Indo-Pacific, and Gulf convene in Turkey to bolster collective security and deliver on shared freedom and stability goals
Court Sets July 10 Judgment on Malami’s 57 Properties Forfeiture
Federal High Court to deliver verdict on final forfeiture of assets worth over N212 billion allegedly linked to former AGF Abubakar Malami in major anti-corruption case
US Congressman Vows Close Monitoring of Nigeria’s 2027 Presidential Election
We’ll be paying close attention” – Rep. Riley Moore signals heightened US interest in electoral integrity amid ongoing concerns over security, governance, and religious freedom in Africa’s largest democracy
Iran's New Supreme Leader Barred from Father's Funeral Amid Security Fears
Mojtaba Khamenei's request to attend slain Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's burial rites denied by IRGC officials citing assassination risks, as massive multi-day funeral processions grip Tehran and beyond.
Global Army Leaders Converge in Port Harcourt for Landmark Military Diplomacy
Nigerian Army's 163rd Anniversary Sparks High-Level Talks on Shared Security Challenges Amid Evolving Threats
Mahmood Yakubu Presents Credentials to Qatar’s Amir
As Nigeria Deepens Strategic Gulf Ties with Seasoned Diplomat at Helm in Doha
Kyiv Mourns 22 Killed in Ruthless Russian Attack on Civilians
At least 22 civilians killed, scores wounded as massive overnight drone and missile assault shatters routines and ravages residential areas in Ukraine's capital.
Pain to Power: ADC Ekiti Launches Post-Election Ad-Hoc Committees
Chairman Ekunola Inaugurates Committees to Review Defeat, Heal Rifts, and Enforce Discipline Ahead of 2027
11-Year-Old Boy Crashes Truck Into Thai Monks on Pilgrimage, Killing Eight
11-Year-Old with Special Needs Crashes Parents’ Pickup into Sacred Procession in Mukdahan
Russia Unleashes Massive Missile Barrage on Kyiv in Deadliest Strike Yet
In one of the most intense assaults on Ukraine’s capital in recent months, Russia launched a ferocious overnight barrage of missiles
BREAKING: Explosions Rock Strategic Iranian Port City of Sirik
Multiple powerful explosions shook the coastal city of Sirik in southern Iran near the Strait of Hormuz late Friday, according to state
Venezuela's Twin Quakes: 1,400+ Confirmed Dead
In a devastating blow to a country already strained by years of challenges, two powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela
Co-Hosts Chase History as Stars Clash on World Cup MD3
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage hurtles toward its dramatic close, Matchday 3 promises a compelling mix of pride, redemption, and superstar showdowns
DSS Fires Back: Sowore Remand Is Court Order, Not Agency Hunt
In a move that has ignited passionate debate across Nigeria’s political and civil society landscape, the Department of State Services (DSS)
Modi Hosts BRICS Security Chiefs Amid Global Turmoil
In a significant display of diplomatic engagement at a time of heightened global instability, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met
Trump Hails Iran Breakthrough as Record Oil Flows Through Hormuz Strait
In a confident address captured on video as he walked under an umbrella amid overcast skies, President Donald Trump declared significant progress in U.S.
EFCC Busts Travel CEO in N68m Visa Dream Scam
In a stark reminder of the perils facing Nigerians chasing opportunities abroad, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested
BREAKING: UK PM, Starmer Resigns Amid Deepening Crises
- In a dramatic announcement that caps a turbulent two-year tenure, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has resigned, setting the stage for the
Netanyahu Halts Lebanon Ops as Iran Threatens Hormuz Closure
In a dramatic weekend twist testing the freshly inked US-Iran memorandum of understanding, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered
Trump Unveils Qatar-Gifted Luxury Jet as New 'Flying White House' Air Force One
In a high-profile ceremony at Joint Base Andrews on Friday, President Donald Trump proudly showcased a newly converted Boeing 747-8
Iran Suspends Nuclear Talks After Israeli Assault on Southern Lebanon
In a sharp and immediate challenge to the hard-won US-Iran memorandum of understanding signed just days earlier, Israeli forces launched a new overnight
Iran's Supreme Leader Reluctantly Backs US Deal, Vowing to Protect 'Resistance' Interests Amid Fragile Thaw
In a carefully worded statement that underscores the deep ideological fault lines within Iran's leadership, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei
JD Vance Cancels Iran Talks Trip Amid Logistical Snags
In a notable hitch for the Trump administration’s high-stakes diplomatic push with Tehran, Vice President JD Vance has postponed his planned trip to Switzerland
US Lifts Naval Blockade on Iran, Signaling Fragile Ceasefire in Bitter Middle East War
In a pivotal shift that could reshape energy markets and regional power dynamics, U.S. forces on Thursday formally lifted their naval blockade
Ukraine Unleashes Massive Drone Swarm on Moscow in Bold Escalation
In one of the most audacious strikes of the four-year conflict, Ukrainian forces launched a sweeping overnight
Iran Confirms Electronic Signing of US Ceasefire MoU
Iran has confirmed that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to end the war with the United States and its allies has been signed
Soldier Dies in Hit-and-Run on Keffi-Abuja Road
A soldier attached to the 177 Guards Battalion has died following a hit-and-run road traffic accident on the Keffi–Abuja road in Nasarawa State.
Iran Rejects US Peace Deal Over Frozen Assets
Iran has reportedly declined to approve a proposed peace agreement with the United States, with Tehran insisting on the immediate release
Israel Strikes Beirut with Bare Minimum U.S. Warning
Israel carried out airstrikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs on Sunday, targeting what it described as Hezbollah infrastructure, after concluding that Iran
Iran Keeps Hormuz Strait Closed as Peace Talks Collapse
Iran has confirmed that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed to foreign vessels until further notice, dealing a fresh blow to fragile
U.S. Navy Rescues 14 Indian Mariners in Arabian Sea
U.S. naval forces operating in the Middle East assisted in the successful rescue of 14 Indian mariners whose vessel began sinking in the Northern Arabian Sea on Sunday.
Trump Claims US-Iran Deal Signed Sunday Hormuz Reopens
US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that a deal with Iran is scheduled to be signed on Sunday, June 14, and that the strategically
Nigerian Diplomat Ahunna Eziakonwa Appointed as UN Special Adviser on Africa
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Nigerian development expert Ahunna Eziakonwa as his new Special Adviser on Africa
Trump Confirms Killing of Notorious Tren de Aragua Boss
In a dramatic escalation of Washington’s campaign against transnational criminal networks, President Donald Trump announced late Friday
South Africa to Charge Nigeria, Others for Deportation Expenses
Government says over 100,000 undocumented migrants deported in two years as authorities move to recover detention and repatriation costs.
US Launches Fresh Self-Defense Strikes on Iran Amid Escalating Tensions
In a significant escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces began launching additional self-defense strikes against
US Cracks Down on Birth Tourism Visa Fraud
The United States Department of State has issued a clear warning: foreign nationals cannot obtain visitor visas primarily to give birth in America
Trump Vows Fresh Strikes on Iran as Peace Talks Stall
President Donald Trump has vowed that the United States will resume military attacks on Iran, blaming slow progress in negotiations to end the ongoing war
"Borrower -in-Chief": Nigerians Storm UAE Bank Social Media Pages Against Tinubu Loan
Angry Nigerians have flooded the social media pages of First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the United Arab Emirates’ largest lender,
You Owe Us Remembrance, Not Rejection — Nigeria’s Foreign Minister Calls Out South Africa
In an emotionally charged statement that has stirred deep reflection across the continent, Nigeria’s Foreign Minister, Bianca Ojukwu, has openly expressed
Iran Tightens Grip, Demands Costly Concessions Before Peace
As diplomatic efforts intensify to end the escalating conflict involving the United States, Iran, Israel, and Lebanon, Tehran
Lebanon: Twelve Hurt After Israeli Bombs Hit Hospital Vicinity
At least 12 people have been injured after Israeli warplanes launched a series of airstrikes near Jabal Amel Hospital in the southern Lebanese city of Tyre
Deaf BBC Presenter Defies Odds, Conquers Everest Peak
In a remarkable feat of courage, resilience and determination, BBC Sign Language presenter Michael Woods has become the first deaf British
Kainji Forest Becoming Haven for Killers, Senator Raises Alarm
Fresh concerns have emerged over the escalating wave of insecurity in Kwara North as Senator Sadiq Umar has warned that criminal elements are exploiting the vast and difficult terrain surrounding the
Three Dead, Dozens Trapped Under Rubbles as Russia’s Deadly Barrage Shatters Kyiv’s Nighttime Peace
Russia unleashed a ferocious overnight assault on Ukraine’s capital, raining missiles and drones across Kyiv and plunging
Tinubu Welcomes Benin’s Newly Elected President Romuald Wadagni
In a significant diplomatic gesture, Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu welcomed the newly inaugurated President of the Republic of Benin
Middle East On Edge As Ceasefire Push Falters
SERAP demands António Guterres trigger Article 99 immediately. Nigeria's escalating crisis threatens international peace, the group warns.
Invoke Article 99 Over Nigeria’s Bloodshed- SERAP Urges UN
SERAP demands António Guterres trigger Article 99 immediately. Nigeria's escalating crisis threatens international peace, the group warns.
Drugged Driver Kills Two Soldiers In Delta Crash
A drugged driver caused a devastating loss of these two dedicated soldiers underscores the everyday risks faced by military personnel, ev road accident that claimed the lives of two Nigerian soldiers in Delta State.
INEC Chairman Leads Delegation to South Korea for International Election Observation Programme
Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dispatched a high-level delegation to South Korea,
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