US to Partially Suspend Visa Issuance for Nigerians from January 1, 2026
The United States has announced a partial suspension of the issuance of certain categories of visas to Nigerian nationals, effective January 1, 2026, following a new presidential proclamation on border and national security. The US Mission in Nigeria said the restriction will take effect at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) under Presidential Proclamation 10998, […]
Car Bomb Kills Senior Russian General in Moscow, Investigators Say
A car bomb killed a senior Russian military official in Moscow early Monday, according to a statement from Investigative Committee of Russia. The victim was identified as Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov, head of the Operational Training Department of the General Staff of the Russian armed forces. Investigators said an explosive device planted beneath a vehicle […]
Rand Paul Warns Trump’s Venezuela Operations Are “a Prelude to War”
Republican Sen. Rand Paul on Sunday sharply criticized President Donald Trump’s military operations off the coast of Venezuela, warning that the seizure of multiple oil tankers in the Caribbean Sea could escalate into broader conflict. Speaking on ABC News’ This Week, Paul called the tanker interdictions “a provocation and a prelude to war,” saying he […]
Seyi Tinubu Installed as Okanlomo of Yorubaland
Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has been conferred with the traditional title of Okanlomo of Yorubaland, meaning “the beloved child of Yorubaland,” in a ceremony held at the Alaafin of Oyo’s Palace on Sunday, December 21, 2025. The event drew a large turnout of political leaders, traditional rulers, and supporters, including Senate […]
Judge Me by My Records, Not Style, Adeleke Tells Critics
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has urged critics of his administration to assess his leadership based on performance and measurable outcomes rather than personal style, insisting that his government has delivered good governance across all sectors of the state over the past three years. Adeleke spoke on Sunday at the Iwude Ijesha Carnival in Ilesa, […]
FG Secures Release of All 130 Abducted Niger Schoolchildren
The Federal Government has secured the release of the remaining 130 schoolchildren and staff abducted from St. Mary’s Primary and Secondary School, Papiri, Niger State, bringing the total number of freed victims to 230, with none left in captivity. The development was announced on Sunday by presidential spokesmen, Sunday Dare and Bayo Onanuga, via their […]
Tinubu Rejects Central Gaming Bill, Says Lottery Is a State Matter
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured state governments that he will not assent to the Central Gaming Bill recently passed by the National Assembly, insisting that lottery and gaming fall outside the constitutional responsibilities of the Federal Government. Tinubu made this position clear on Friday in Abuja while addressing leaders of the All Progressives Congress […]
Dangote Refinery Begins Nationwide PMS Sales at ₦739 Per Litre
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has commenced nationwide sales of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at a pump price of ₦739 per litre, with the product now available across all MRS Oil Nigeria Plc filling stations nationwide. The development marks a significant step in the refinery’s effort to make fuel more affordable, stabilise the downstream petroleum market and ease pressure on consumers, particularly […]
Nine Killed as Armed Assailants Open Fire at South African Tavern Near Johannesburg
At least nine people were killed early Sunday when a group of armed assailants opened fire inside and outside a tavern in South Africa, local police said. The attack occurred just before 1 a.m. at the KWA Noxolo tavern in Bekkersdal township, west of Johannesburg, according to South African Police Service spokesperson Brenda Muridili. Police […]
U.S. Coast Guard Intercepts Oil Tanker Near Venezuela as Pressure on Maduro Intensifies
The U.S. Coast Guard intercepted an oil tanker in international waters of the Caribbean Sea off the coast of Venezuela early Saturday, according to U.S. officials. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed the operation in a social media post, saying the Coast Guard apprehended the vessel with support from the Department of Defense during a […]
