Israel Acknowledges Killing Hamas Leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran
Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz has, for the first time, confirmed that Israel assassinated Hamas’s political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran in July. The acknowledgment came during a speech in which Katz vowed to target the leadership of the Iran-backed Houthi movement in Yemen, following their missile and drone attacks on Israel. Haniyeh, a central […]
Russian Cargo Ship “Ursa Major” Sinks in Mediterranean, Two Crew Members Missing
A Russian cargo ship, Ursa Major, sank in the Mediterranean Sea between Spain and Algeria following an explosion in its engine room, leaving two crew members unaccounted for, the Russian Foreign Ministry confirmed on Tuesday. The vessel, built in 2009 and operated by Oboronlogistika—a company linked to the Russian Defence Ministry’s military construction projects—was carrying […]
Tinubu Defends Record-Breaking Cabinet Size, Dismisses Reduction Calls
President Bola Tinubu has rejected suggestions to downsize his administration’s cabinet, which, at approximately 50 ministers, is Nigeria’s largest to date. Speaking during a media chat on Monday, the president defended the extensive structure, asserting that each minister was appointed with a specific purpose to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. “I’m not prepared to bring down […]
Labour Party Urges FG to Tackle Hunger Crisis After Palliative Stampedes
Umar Farouk Ibrahim, National Secretary of the Labour Party (LP), has urged the federal government to focus on improving citizens’ welfare as Nigeria grapples with worsening economic challenges. His appeal follows recent tragic stampedes during end-of-year palliative distributions in Oyo, Anambra, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), which claimed over 50 lives, including children. In […]
Governor Fintiri Announces Creation of New Chiefdoms in Adamawa State
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has established second-class chiefdoms for Hoba, Madagali, Michika, and Fofure, carved out from the Adamawa Emirate. The announcement was made during a statewide broadcast on Monday. The newly created chiefdoms and their respective headquarters are: Hoba Chiefdom (Headquarters: Hong) Madagali Chiefdom (Headquarters: Gulak) Michika Chiefdom (Headquarters: Michika) Fofure Chiefdom (Headquarters: Fofure) Additionally, third-class […]
NLC, CSOs Demand Further Petrol Price Cuts, Criticize Current Pricing
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have expressed dissatisfaction with the recent reduction in the pump price of petrol to N935 per litre, arguing that it remains unaffordable for most Nigerians. The announcement by Dangote Petroleum Refinery and MRS reduced petrol prices from over N1,030 per litre in Lagos and over N1,060 per litre in Abuja […]
Tinubu Stands Firm on Tax Reforms, Declares “Old Methods Must Go”
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to tax reforms, describing them as vital for modernizing Nigeria’s economy. Speaking during a presidential media chat on Monday, Tinubu stressed the need to replace outdated colonial-era tax systems with reforms that align with contemporary economic realities. “Tax reform is here to stay. We cannot continue to […]
FG Declares Victory Over Lakurawa Terrorist Group After Military Campaign
The Federal Government has officially announced that Nigeria is now free from the Lakurawa terrorist group following a successful military offensive that forced the group to retreat into Mali. The announcement was made by Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, during a press briefing in Gusau, Zamfara State, on Sunday. Matawalle confirmed that the […]
Former US Marine Pilot Daniel Duggan to Be Extradited to the US Over Alleged Illegal Training of Chinese Aviators
Former US Marine Corps pilot Daniel Duggan will be extradited from Australia to the United States to face allegations that he unlawfully trained Chinese military pilots. The decision marks the culmination of Duggan’s nearly two-year legal battle to remain in Australia. Australian Attorney General Mark Dreyfus approved the extradition on Monday. In a statement, Dreyfus […]
New Zealand Rejects Cook Islands Proposal for Separate Passport, Ties It to Full Independence
New Zealand has rejected a proposal by the Cook Islands to introduce a separate passport for its citizens while retaining New Zealand citizenship. Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown had advocated for the measure “to recognise our own people,” but New Zealand clarified that such a move would only be possible if the Cook Islands […]
