France Issues Arrest Warrant for Assad Over 2012 Journalist Killings
French judicial authorities have issued arrest warrants for former Syrian president Bashar al-Assad and six senior ex-officials over the 2012 bombing of Homs that killed American journalist Marie Colvin and French photographer Remi Ochlik. The strike, on February 22, 2012, targeted an informal press centre in the rebel-held city. Colvin, 56, of The Sunday Times, […]
13 Super Eagles in Camp Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers
Thirteen players are now in Nigeria’s Super Eagles camp in Ikot Ekpene as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa. According to media officer Promise Efoghe, nine more players joined on Tuesday, including Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Ola Aina, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Moses Simon, Chidozie Awaziem, Adebayo […]
Emmanuel Dennis Leaves Nottingham Forest by Mutual Consent
Nottingham Forest have announced the departure of Nigerian forward Emmanuel Dennis. The club and the player have mutually agreed to terminate his contract, ending a three-year spell at the City Ground. Dennis, who joined Forest from Watford in 2022 after their promotion to the Premier League, made 19 league appearances in his first season, scoring […]
Israel Claims Killing of Hamas Spokesman Abu Obeida in Gaza Airstrike
Israel has announced the killing of Abu Obeida, the spokesman for Hamas’s armed wing, in an aerial strike in Gaza City. Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz praised the Israel Defense Forces and the Shin Bet security agency for what he described as a “flawless execution” of the operation. Hamas has yet to confirm Obeida’s death […]
Lagos Police Restrict Egungun Festival to Designated Areas
The Lagos State Police Command has announced strict restrictions on this year’s Egungun Masquerade Festival. According to the police, all masquerade activities are now confined to designated venues and outing points. This directive, issued on Sunday through the police spokesperson CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, aims to stop escalating clashes between rival masquerade groups that have recently […]
South Korea Bans Phones in Classrooms Nationwide
South Korea has officially enacted a nationwide ban on the use of mobile phones in school classrooms, becoming the latest country to address growing concerns about social media’s impact on young people. The measure, passed by the National Assembly on Wednesday and announced by officials on Thursday, August 28, will go into effect starting March […]
DHS Proposes Shorter Visas for Students, Journalists
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a proposal to reduce the duration of visas issued to international students and foreign journalists. According to the new rule, F visas—which allow international students to study in the United States—would be limited to a maximum of four years. Currently, these visas are typically issued for […]
Iyabo Ojo Welcomes First Grandchild as Daughter Priscilla Gives Birth
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has announced the arrival of her first grandchild. Her daughter, Priscilla Ojo, and her husband, East African musician Juma Jux, welcomed their son, Rakeem Ayomide Mkambala, in Canada. Iyabo Ojo confirmed the safe delivery in a social media update on Sunday, eliciting congratulatory messages from fans and celebrities. The couple tied […]
Juju Music Legend Ahuja Bello Dies at 83, a Day After Birthday
Veteran Nigerian Juju music icon, Alhaji Ahuja Bello, has passed away at the age of 83 — just one day after celebrating his birthday. Known for his influence during the golden era of Juju music in the 1970s, Ahuja Bello was a prominent figure in the genre, captivating audiences with his unique sound and stage […]
France to Summon U.S. Ambassador Over Antisemitism Remarks
France has announced it will summon the US ambassador to Paris, Charles Kushner, following his recent remarks accusing the French government of failing to address a rise in antisemitism. Kushner, who is Jewish and related by marriage to former President Donald Trump’s family, expressed his concerns in an open letter to French President Emmanuel Macron […]
