Dangote, Trump Make TIME’s 2026 List of Most Influential People
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote and US President Donald Trump have been named among TIME’s 100 Most Influential People for 2026, highlighting their continued impact on business, politics, and global affairs. The annual list, released on April 15, honours people shaping conversations across industries including politics, technology, health, and culture. Dangote was listed in the Titans […]
Malami, Son Deny Fresh Terrorism-Linked Firearms Charges
Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son, Abdulaziz Malami, have pleaded not guilty to amended charges accusing them of illegal firearm possession and preparing to commit acts of terrorism. The pair entered fresh pleas on Wednesday before the Federal High Court in Abuja after the Federal Government replaced the earlier charge filed in February. Prosecution […]
United Nigeria Airlines Grounds Another Jet After Fresh Bird Strike
United Nigeria Airlines has grounded another aircraft after it suffered a bird strike while landing in Abuja, marking the airline’s sixth such incident this year. The airline said the latest case involved an Airbus A320-200 operating Flight UN0515 from Port Harcourt to Abuja. The aircraft was due to land at about 3:45 p.m. at Nnamdi […]
Airlines Warn of Possible Shutdown as Jet Fuel Price Jumps Above ₦3,000
The Airline Operators of Nigeria has warned that domestic airlines may suspend operations from April 20 if the soaring cost of Jet A1 fuel is not urgently addressed. In a letter dated April 14 to the Major Energies Marketers Association of Nigeria, the group said aviation fuel prices have surged from ₦900 per litre at […]
U.S.-Brokered Talks Mark First Direct Israel-Lebanon Dialogue in Decades
Lebanon and Israel held their first direct diplomatic talks in decades on Tuesday in Washington, following more than a month of conflict between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the meeting as a “historic opportunity,” while cautioning that no immediate breakthrough should be expected. The two-hour session […]
U.S. Confirms Full Implementation of Iran Port Blockade as Diplomatic Efforts Continue
The United States has fully implemented its blockade of Iranian ports, U.S. Central Command confirmed Tuesday, as Washington intensifies pressure on Tehran to relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz—a critical route for global shipments of oil, fertilizer, and other essential goods. Iran has warned it will retaliate, stating that no Gulf port would remain […]
King Charles III and Queen Camilla to Make First Official U.S. State Visit
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are set to visit the United States later this month for their first official state visit to the country. The royal couple will arrive on April 27, with a schedule that includes stops in New York, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. The trip marks Charles’ first visit to the U.S. […]
FG Defends NAF Strike in Borno, Says Jilli Axis Is Designated Terror Hotspot
The Federal Government has stated that the Jilli axis, where the Nigerian Air Force recently carried out a precision counter-terrorism strike, is a designated high-risk zone with clear security advisories restricting civilian movement. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday, while extending […]
IMF Endorses Nigeria’s Bank Recapitalisation Drive
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has endorsed Nigeria’s ongoing bank recapitalisation programme, describing it as a key step toward strengthening the resilience of the country’s financial system against external shocks. The endorsement was made by IMF Financial Counsellor and Director of the Monetary and Capital Markets Department, Tobias Adrian, during the presentation of the Global […]
ADC Crisis a ‘Generational Challenge’ — David Mark
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, has described the party’s ongoing crisis as a “generational challenge,” urging opposition forces to unite in defence of Nigeria’s democracy. Mark made the remarks at the party’s 2026 National Convention in Abuja, where he told delegates that the moment represents both a major opportunity […]
