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New Trial Opens in Argentina Over Death of Football Icon Diego Maradona
A new trial has begun in Argentina examining the circumstances surrounding the death of football legend Diego Maradona, who passed away at the age of 60 in November 2020 after…
Fatou Turns 69, Marking Milestone at Berlin Zoo
Fatou, widely recognised as the oldest gorilla in captivity, has celebrated her 69th birthday at Berlin Zoo with a special feast and international recognition.
The…
Romuald Wadagni Wins Benin Presidency in Overwhelming Victory
Romuald Wadagni has been elected president of Benin in a landslide victory, according to provisional results released by the electoral commission.
The 49-year-old secured more…
China, Spain Pledge Stronger Cooperation as Global Order Faces Strain
China and Spain have agreed to strengthen bilateral ties and work together to support global peace and development, as concerns grow over what Xi Jinping described as a “crumbling”…
Adamawa community gets healthcare centre from Tinubu’s aide, Delu Yakubu
The Shashau community in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State has received a healthcare centre built by Mrs Delu Yakubu, Senior Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on…
UN reaffirms support for Nigerian-led solutions
The UN Deputy Secretary-General, Ms Amina Mohammed, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to supporting Nigerian-led solutions to development and humanitarian challenges.
UN…
U.S. naval moves in Strait of Hormuz spark Iranian threats, rattle global markets
Rising tensions in the Gulf escalated over the weekend after Donald Trump announced plans for a potential naval blockade near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for…
Zulum Warns Borno Residents Against Supporting Boko Haram
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has cautioned residents against aiding, harbouring, or providing any form of support to Boko Haram insurgents operating in the…
FCT Residents Report Improved Power Supply, Urge Sustained Progress
Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have expressed mixed reactions to recent developments in electricity supply, with many acknowledging noticeable…
Gov Yusuf disburses N334m empowerment grants to 6,680 women
Gov. Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has disbursed N50,000 each to 6,680 women to empower them and enable them to support their immediate families.
This is contained in a statement issued…