U.S. Sends Criminal Migrants to Eswatini
The United States has deported five migrants — from Cuba, Jamaica, Laos, Vietnam, and Yemen — to the African kingdom of Eswatini, U.S. officials said Tuesday. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the individuals were convicted of violent crimes including child rape and murder. Their home countries reportedly refused to accept their return, […]
Tinubu Leads Tributes as Buhari Is Laid to Rest in Daura
President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima led top dignitaries to Daura, Katsina State, on Tuesday to honor former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died in London on July 13, 2025. Tinubu received Buhari’s flag-draped casket at Katsina Airport around 2 p.m., accompanied by a full military guard of honour and senior officers. The remains […]
Turkey Warns of FETO Threat in Nigeria
The Turkish government has raised concerns over the presence of the Fethullah Terrorist Organisation (FETO) in Nigeria and other countries, warning that the group poses a global security threat. This warning came from Turkey’s Ambassador-designate to Nigeria, Mehmet Poroy, during a dinner in Abuja marking Türkiye’s Democracy and National Unity Day, commemorating the failed coup […]
NECLive 2025 Goes Global to Power Africa’s Creative Economy
Lagos, Nigeria – 14 July 2025 BHM and ID Africa, organisers of NECLive, West Africa’s largest annual gathering of creative industry professionals, have announced the return of the flagship conference for 28-30 November 2025. The newly introduced multi-venue global format of the 13 year-old conference will convene under the theme ‘Powering Africa Through Creative Enterprise’ […]
VP Shettima Pays Condolence Visit To Buhari’s Family In London
On behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, upon arrival in London, met with and condoled with the family of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari in London. The Vice President also visited the late President’s nephew, Malam Mamman Daura, who is recuperating in a London hospital. The condolence visits were conducted […]
Chelsea Stun PSG 3–0 to Win Club World Cup
Chelsea on Sunday night beat title favourites PSG 3-0 to win the final of this year’s Club World Cup played at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, United States. Cole Palmer inspired the stunning performance, scoring twice and assisting Joao Pedro for a goal as the Blues downed the Champions League title-holders to win the first […]
Cameroon’s 92-Year-Old President Paul Biya to Seek Re-Election
Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, the world’s oldest serving head of state at 92, has announced that he will run for re-election in this year’s presidential vote on October 12. Biya, who is seeking a new term that could keep him in office until he is nearly 100, came to power more than 40years ago in […]
Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, Dies at 91
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has announced the passing of the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, at the age of 91. In a statement issued from Abeokuta, the state capital, Abiodun said the revered monarch joined his ancestors on Sunday, July 13, 2025, leaving behind a remarkable legacy that has […]
Senate: No Legal Basis Yet for Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Return
The Senate has said there is currently no legal basis for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to resume her duties following her suspension in March. The Senate’s spokesperson, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, stated this on Sunday in response to reports that Akpoti-Uduaghan plans to return to plenary on Tuesday, citing a Federal High Court ruling. According to Adaramodu, […]
President Tinubu Announces the Death of Buhari
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially announced the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari. According to a statement issued by the Presidency, Buhari passed away in London at about 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, following a prolonged illness. Vice President Kashim Shettima is expected to accompany the late President’s remains from the UK, back to Nigeria […]
