U.S. Military Disables Cargo Ship Accused of Violating Iranian Port Blockade
The U.S. military said Saturday that it disabled a merchant vessel attempting to enter an Iranian port in defiance of a U.S.-enforced maritime blockade, striking the ship’s engine room after repeated warnings were ignored. According to U.S. Central Command, the Gambia-flagged cargo ship Lian Star failed to respond to more than 20 warnings issued by […]
Trump Slams Judge After Kennedy Center Ruling, Signals Retreat From Overhaul Plans
President Donald Trump on Saturday sharply criticized the federal judge who blocked his proposed overhaul of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, calling the ruling politically motivated and warning that the institution could face an uncertain future. In a lengthy post on Truth Social, Trump attacked U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper, describing […]
Japan Rejects ‘Neo-Militarism’ Claims, Calls for Dialogue and Transparency in Asia-Pacific
Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has rejected accusations that Japan is pursuing a path of “neo-militarism,” insisting that the country remains committed to peace, international law and open dialogue with the global community. Speaking at the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue, Koizumi said Japan’s record as a peace-loving nation remains unchanged despite recent efforts to strengthen its […]
Trump Plans Rally After Artists Withdraw From Great American State Fair
President Donald Trump is planning to headline a major rally in Washington, D.C., after several performers pulled out of the entertainment lineup for the upcoming Great American State Fair. Freedom250, the organization behind the event, announced Saturday that Trump will lead the fair’s opening ceremony on June 24 as part of celebrations marking America’s 250th […]
NSC, EFCC Partner to Strengthen Transparency in Nigeria’s Sports Sector
The National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have launched a partnership aimed at promoting transparency, accountability and ethical standards in Nigeria’s sports sector. The collaboration was unveiled during a technical meeting held at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja, where NSC Chairman, Shehu Dikko, outlined ongoing reforms under the RHINSE […]
Lagos Retains Monthly Environmental Sanitation Exercise
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the monthly environmental sanitation exercise, declaring the initiative a permanent strategy for maintaining a cleaner and healthier environment across the state. The declaration was made during the second edition of the reintroduced sanitation exercise held simultaneously across Lagos State on Saturday. Wife of the Governor, Ibijoke […]
2027: Obi Picks Kwankwaso as Running Mate
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has announced former Kano State governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, as his running mate ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi made the announcement shortly after he was officially confirmed as the NDC’s presidential candidate on Saturday. The development comes as both politicians recently defected from the […]
U.S. Intelligence Suspected Iranian Mines, But Searches Found No Proof
U.S. officials have not confirmed that Iran deployed naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, despite President Donald Trump’s assertion that Tehran had agreed to remove mines that American forces had not already cleared, according to a report by NBC News citing two U.S. officials and a source familiar with the matter. The report said […]
Trump Signals Withdrawal From Kennedy Center Overhaul Following Court Ruling
President Donald Trump said Friday that he has no intention of continuing his efforts to reshape the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts after a federal judge ruled that major changes to the institution require congressional approval. In a social media post responding to the decision, Trump said he would leave future decisions […]
Nigeria Escaped Bankruptcy Through Subsidy Removal — Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has defended his administration’s decision to remove fuel subsidy, saying the policy rescued Nigeria from what he described as “imminent bankruptcy” and helped stabilise the economy. The President made the remarks on Friday while hosting state governors who paid him a Sallah homage and joined in commemorating the third anniversary of […]
