Rick Swart Named New U.S. Consul General in Lagos
The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has announced Rick Swart as the new Consul General in Lagos. Swart, who arrived on Wednesday, will represent the U.S. across 17 southern Nigerian states. His role focuses on strengthening trade, fostering U.S.-Nigeria relations, and advancing mutual priorities. “I’m honored to serve in Nigeria and eager to connect with its […]
UK to Lower Voting Age to 16
The British government says it plans to lower the national voting age to 16, marking a historic shift that would make the UK one of the countries with the youngest voters in general elections. This follows a campaign promise by the Labour Party before it came to power last year. Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended […]
President Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after late Buhari
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday announced that the University of Maiduguri would be renamed in honour of the late leader, Muhammadu Buhari. The institution will now be known as Muhammadu Buhari University, Maiduguri. Presiding over the Special Federal Executive Council session held in Buhari’s honour at the State House in Abuja, President Tinubu delivered […]
ART X Launches ‘Resonance’ Residency for Nigerian Creatives in Paris
As ART X marks ten years of championing African creativity, it is proud to announce the launch of Resonance—a transformative international residency created to support the next generation of Nigerian curators, visual artists, and designers. In partnership with the Embassy of France in Nigeria and the Cité internationale des arts in Paris, Resonance offers three […]
Barack and Michelle Obama Shut Down Divorce Rumors
Former U.S. President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama have addressed persistent rumors about their marriage. Appearing together on the “IMO” podcast hosted by Michelle’s brother, Craig Robinson, on Wednesday, the couple joked about public speculation. When Robinson noted it was nice to have them in the same room, Michelle replied, “I know, […]
Atiku Quits PDP, Joins ADC to Challenge Tinubu in 2027
The All Progressives Congress (APC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have dismissed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s resignation from the PDP and defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as no threat to President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid. In a letter dated July 14, 2025, addressed to the Chairman of his Jada 1 Ward […]
Jude Bellingham Undergoes Successful Shoulder Surgery
Real Madrid have confirmed that Jude Bellingham has undergone a successful shoulder operation, with the England international’s recovery process already underway. The attacker has struggled with a persistent shoulder problem since 2023, and it was decided towards the end of last season that he would undergo an operation after the Club World Cup. Jude Bellingham’s […]
Russia Launches Massive Attack on Ukraine Amid Trump Peace Push
Russia launched a major assault on Ukraine from late Tuesday to early Wednesday, firing over 400 drones, artillery, and a ballistic missile, defying former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent push for a peace deal. The attacks killed one woman and injured more than 25 people across several regions. A missile strike on Ukrainian President Volodymyr […]
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 […]
