Heavy Security as June 12 Protest Builds in Lagos
A heavy police presence, including officers from the Nigeria Police Force’s Area F Division, was observed as groups of protesters began assembling at the Ikeja underbridge in Lagos to mark June 12 Democracy Day. The demonstrators, including civil society groups and pro-democracy activists, were gathering to voice concerns over worsening economic conditions and rising insecurity […]
June 12 Formalized for Presidential Address to National Assembly
The National Assembly has formally adopted June 12 as the day for the President of Nigeria to address a joint session of the legislature. The decision was taken during a special Democracy Day sitting at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja, where President Bola Tinubu delivered a commemorative address to lawmakers. Presiding over the joint […]
Tinubu Grants Posthumous Pardon to Ken Saro-Wiwa, Ogoni Nine
President Bola Tinubu has granted a full presidential posthumous pardon to the late environmental rights activist, Ken Saro Wiwa, and eight other Ogoni men, also known as Ogoni Nine. Tinubu announced the pardon to the nine Ogonis, who he described as national heroes, while exercising his powers under the Prerogative of Mercy during an address […]
Jack Black to Receive King of Comedy Award at 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards
Comedy superstar Jack Black will receive the iconic King of Comedy Award during the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2025, live from Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Calif. to air Wednesday, June 25 at 16:00 WAT on Nickelodeon, DStv Channel 305 and GOtv Channel 87. Recognized for his illustrious career across film, television, music and more, Black will accept his […]
Schwarzenegger Leads Spy Chaos in FUBAR Season 2
Arnold Schwarzenegger Returns in FUBAR Season 2 Arnold Schwarzenegger is back as CIA agent Luke Brunner in FUBAR Season 2. After their covers were blown at the end of Season 1, Luke, his daughter Emma (Monica Barbaro), and their chaotic team of operatives are forced into hiding — but tensions quickly rise. “We’re getting on […]
Manchester City Signs Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan
Manchester City on Wednesday announced the signing of Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan for a reported fee of £46.3 million ($62.4 million), with the midfielder eligible to play in the Club World Cup. The Dutch international midfielder, City’s fourth signing of the week, said he was “ecstatic” to be signing for Pep Guardiola’s side. The […]
US and China Reach Tentative Deal on Rare Earth Minerals
Negotiators from the United States and China have reached a tentative agreement to loosen China’s restrictions on rare earth minerals, a critical component for industries such as defense, automotive manufacturing, and technology. However, the agreement still requires approval from Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping before it can be implemented. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick confirmed […]
Lagos Targets 14,000 New Housing Units by 2026
The Lagos State Government has announced plans to complete over 14,000 housing units by 2026 as part of its broader strategy to address the state’s housing deficit and expand access to affordable homes for low- and middle-income residents. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu disclosed this during the 75th World Congress of the International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI), […]
FG, Private Sector Partner on Multi-Billion Naira Creative Arena
The Federal Government is partnering with Private investors to develop the MEFA Abuja Arena — a multi-billion naira project designed to transform Nigeria’s creative and cultural landscape. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony of the 4,000-capacity facility in Abuja, the Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, who decried the absence of […]
Australia Qualify for World Cup with 2-1 Win Over Saudi Arabia
Australia sealed qualification for the World Cup on Tuesday with a 2-1 win over Saudi Arabia in Jeddah while Oman kept their hopes of a place at the finals alive with a last-gasp 1-1 draw against Palestine in Jordan. The Socceroos only had to avoid a five-goal defeat to confirm their appearance at a sixth […]
