Nigeria Rejects IMF Loans, Backs African Monetary Integration Drive
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has said Nigeria has no immediate plans to borrow from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) or any other multilateral financial institution. Edun made the disclosure during the Finance Ministers’ press briefing at the ongoing IMF–World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington DC, stressing that […]
Vance Draws Criticism From Colbert After Remarks on Pope Leo XIV
Vice President JD Vance sparked backlash after suggesting that Pope Leo XIV should “be careful” when speaking on theological matters, following the pontiff’s criticism of U.S. airstrikes on Iran. Vance made the comments Tuesday during an appearance at a Turning Point USA event in Athens, Georgia, weighing in on the pope’s stance on the conflict. […]
U.S. Signals Support for Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire as Talks Continue
As Israel’s Security Cabinet met Wednesday to consider a possible ceasefire in Lebanon, a U.S. official said President Donald Trump would welcome an end to the fighting. While the proposed ceasefire is not formally tied to ongoing U.S.-Iran negotiations, officials indicated it could indirectly support broader diplomatic efforts in the region. “The U.S. hasn’t asked […]
Scarborough Says U.S. Allies Respond Positively to Hormuz Blockade
MSNBC co-host Joe Scarborough said Wednesday that U.S. allies are reacting “very positively” to the American blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, implemented by the administration of Donald Trump. The move effectively closed the strategic waterway, preventing Iran from controlling which vessels can pass through the key global shipping route. Speaking on Morning Joe, Scarborough […]
Army Buries Slain General, Soldiers as Troops Repel Fresh Borno Attack
The Nigerian Army has buried Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, Captain Ismail, and other soldiers killed in recent insurgent attacks in Borno State, as troops also fought off a fresh assault in the state. The fallen officers were laid to rest on Wednesday at the Maimalari Cantonment Cemetery in Maiduguri. The Army described the ceremony as […]
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 […]
