Supreme Court Upholds Okpebholo’s Edo Governorship Win in Unanimous Ruling
The Supreme Court has officially confirmed Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, rejecting Asue Ighodalo’s appeal by a unanimous five-justice panel led by Justice Mohammed Garba. The court found no reason to overturn earlier rulings from both the Court of Appeal and the Edo State Election Tribunal, all of which upheld Okpebholo’s victory. Ighodalo, representing […]
FBI Seeks Military Veteran in Texas Detention Center Ambush
The FBI is actively searching for Benjamin Hanil Song, a 32-year-old former U.S. Marine Corps reservist, in connection with a violent ambush on the Prairieland Detention Center in Alvarado, Texas, on July 4, 2025. Song is accused of firing two AR-15-style rifles at law enforcement officers during the attack, which left an Alvarado police officer […]
Nigeria Protests US Visa Clampdown as UAE and UK Tighten Travel Rules
Nigeria’s Federal Government has raised serious concern over the US decision to limit Nigerian non‑immigrant B1/B2, F, and J visas to single-entry three-month validity, urging a policy review “in the spirit of mutual respect and cooperation” This move comes hot on the heels of the UAE’s tightening of rules: transit visas are now banned, unmarried […]
Henderson Departs Ajax Early After Captaining Resurgence
Jordan Henderson is set to leave Ajax a year before the end of his contract, the Dutch club announced on Thursday. The 35-year-old former Liverpool and England midfielder joined Ajax in January 2024, following a brief and controversial stint at Saudi club Al-Ettifaq. His move to Saudi Arabia had drawn criticism due to his previous […]
Lagos Deputy Speaker Calls for NDLEA Act Review to Curb Drug Abuse
The Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Mojisola Meranda, has advocated for a thorough revision and enforcement of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Act to effectively confront the escalating issue of substance abuse in Nigeria. She made this appeal on Wednesday during her address at the Anti-Substance Abuse Programme […]
Senate Reaffirms Independent Review of House Concurrence Bills
The Nigerian Senate has reaffirmed its dedication to a careful and independent review of concurrence bills received from the House of Representatives. Speaking to the chamber at plenary, Senate Leader Senator Opeyemi Bamidele noted reports in sections of the media on Concurrence issues, as he emphasized that while legislative cooperation is guided by the principle […]
FG Sets 16 as Minimum Age for University Admission
The Federal Government has officially fixed 16 years as the minimum age for admission into tertiary institutions across Nigeria. This was disclosed by the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, during the 2025 policy meeting of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) held in Abuja. Dr. Alausa emphasised that the decision is aimed at […]
U.S. Now Requires Nigerian Student Visa Applicants to Make Social Media Public
The United States Mission in Nigeria has issued a new directive requiring all applicants for F, M, and J nonimmigrant visas to make their social media profiles publicly accessible. These visa categories—F, M, and J—are designated for individuals traveling to the U.S. for academic studies, vocational training, or cultural exchange programs. According to the Mission, […]
Sudan Resumes League Football After Two-Year Hiatus
League football has returned to war-torn Sudan for the first time in more than two years with a one-month competition being organised for eight clubs to determine the country’s champions. Sudan has been in the grip of conflict between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces since April 2023, with more than 150,000 people […]
Nigerian Banks Restore Naira Cards for Global Transactions
Nigerian banks have resumed the use of naira debit cards for international transactions and online payments, more than three years after financial institutions suspended the service due to acute dollar shortages. The move by the banks signals improved dollar availability following reforms under President Bola Tinubu, who in June 2023 scrapped currency controls, increasing the […]
