Iran has named Mojtaba Khamenei as its new supreme leader, just over a week after the assassination of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in joint United States-Israeli strikes that have plunged the entire region into a sprawling war. The 56-year-old, who will now be charged with leading the Islamic Republic through the biggest crisis in its 47-year history, … [Read more…]
-By Abdul Mahmud There is a way Nigerians talk about insecurity. They lower their voices, to the point of whispering. They change the subject, no sooner fear kicks in. They say it will pass. They insist that Abuja is safe because it must be safe. A capital city cannot fall. The federal government cannot lose … [Read more…]
By Sebastine Chukwuebuka Okafor, Ph.D Nigeria continues to struggle with electricity supply despite having several power plants across the country. The country has an installed electricity generating capacity of about 13,625 megawatts, but the power that is actually generated most days is only about 4,000 to 5,000 megawatts. This gap between installed capacity and real … [Read more…]
Enugu Rangers International FC on Sunday defeated visiting Remo Stars F.C. 4–1 in Week 29 of the Nigeria Premier Football League at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu State. The Flying Antelopes dictated the tempo from kick-off, forcing the visitors deep into their half and thrilling home supporters with early attacking pressure. Wing-back Kenneth Igboke opened … [Read more…]
…A Personal Overview and Tribute to the Executive Governor of Enugu State, and a Wake-up Call for Other Parties in Enugu State for Emulation The recent State Congress of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State, which produced a new set of state party executives, marks a commendable milestone in the advancement of inclusive … [Read more…]
Ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) national convention scheduled for March 26–27, 2026, the immediate past Caretaker Committee Chairman of the party in Enugu State, Ben Nwoye, has formally declared his intention to contest for the position of Deputy National Chairman (South) . Nwoye announced his ambition during a telephone interview on Sunday, unveiling … [Read more…]
The abducted father of former Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State, Kelechi Igwe, has been killed by his kidnappers, the police have confirmed. The victim, Francis Igwe, was the traditional ruler of Ndufu-Alike in Ikwo Local Government Area of the state before his death. According to the police, the monarch was abducted on Sunday, March 1, … [Read more…]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the postings of 65 ambassadors, comprising 31 career diplomats and 34 non-career envoys, to various countries and the United Nations. The ambassadors-designate, who were confirmed by the Senate in December 2024, will now proceed to their respective missions following the President’s approval. Non-Career Ambassadors’ Postings Among the prominent non-career … [Read more…]
President Bola Tinubu has announced the successful resolution of the long-standing dispute over Oil Prospecting Licence (OPL) 245, following a historic settlement agreement between the Federal Government of Nigeria, ENI, and Nigerian Agip Exploration Limited (NAEL). The announcement came on Thursday after a meeting in the President’s office attended by top executives of ENI, including … [Read more…]
The Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST) has unveiled a strategic national initiative to transform Nigeria’s scientific research outputs into commercially viable products, industries, and jobs, as part of efforts to drive innovation-led economic growth. Speaking at a strategic meeting in Abuja on Wednesday with Honourable Commissioners of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) … [Read more…]
Billionaire Stanley Kroenke is the largest landowner in America, owning 2.7 million acres, according to the 2026 Land Report 100, which tracks individual landowners across the US. Kroenke’s holdings beat the record previously held by California’s Emmerson family, which owns 2.44 million acres of timberland across California, Oregon, and Washington. Kroenke, 78, has an … [Read more…]
A Federal High Court in Abuja has discharged and acquitted suspended DCP Abba Kyari – former head of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) – and his two brothers – Mohammed and Ali – on charges bordering on non-disclosure of assets. In a judgment on Thursday, Justice James Omotosho found … [Read more…]