Red Cross Sounds Alarm Over Heatwave In Europe
The intense heat gripping Europe can quickly become a matter of life and death for the most vulnerable in society, the Red Cross warned Tuesday. The International Federation of Red…
Two persons killed in Plateau ambush
By Golok Nanmwa, Jos At least two persons were killed in an ambush in Talma Village, Ngel District of Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. The victims were…
FIDH, OMCT raise alarm over alleged harassment of SERAP, demand protection for rights defenders
The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a joint initiative of the International Federation for Human Rights and the World Organisation Against Torture, has raised concerns over what…
Ebola: Over 1,000 people infected in Congo
Ebola has now infected more than 1,000 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo in an outbreak that has spread to a third displacement camp and killed an 18-month-old girl.…
Nigeria records rise in gas output
Nigeria’s gross gas production has risen to 7.63 billion standard cubic feet per day from about 6.83 billion standard cubic feet per day in 2023, the presidency has said. Mrs…
England, Ghana eye last 32 as Portugal look for lift-off
England will aim to become the latest of the World Cup big guns to book their place in the knockout rounds on Tuesday as Portugal attempt to kickstart their campaign…
Eight dead, five rescued in farmers-herders clash in Kebbi
The Kebbi Police Command has confirmed the death of eight persons in a violent clash between farmers and herders in Gulma Town, Argungu Local Government Area of the state. The…
North Korea’s Kim vows to accelerate military buildup
Kim Jong Un vowed to beef up North Korea’s defence capabilities, citing military modernisation efforts by South Korea and the United States pushing the region “to the brink of a…
Local petrol production hits 48m ltrs per day – FG
The federal government has disclosed that local production of petrol has moved from effectively zero in 2023 to about 48 million litres per day. Mrs Olu Verheijen, Special Adviser to…
Low turnout mars Nigerian Army recruitment screening in Oyo
By Adeola Badru The ongoing Nigerian Army recruitment screening exercise in Oyo State has recorded a low turnout of shortlisted candidates, prompting the Federal Character Commission (FCC) to express concern.…
England ‘can beat any opponent’ at World Cup, says Rice
Declan Rice said England should not fear anyone in their quest to end a 60-year wait for World Cup glory after setting the “benchmark” with a dominant opening victory over…
Europe Braces For Extreme Weather As Deadly Heatwave Drags On
Europe on Tuesday braced for more extreme weather as a deadly heatwave threatened fresh temperature records in Britain, with trains disrupted and hospitals across the continent preparing for an influx…
Nigeria, Libya, Algeria Burned Over 25bcm Gas In 2025
Africa remained an area of persistent flaring. wth Nigeria, Libya, and Algeria flaring more than 25 bcm of gas in 2025, despite widespread power shortages and efforts by several governments…
Radda Launches Statewide Livestock Vaccination Exercise Across Katsina’s 361 Wards
Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda has flagged off the 2026 Annual Mass Livestock Vaccination Exercise, aimed at preventing and controlling major infectious diseases affecting cattle, sheep and goats across the…
Police Recover Missing Vehicle Of Slain Ogun Broadcaster Kita Oyesiku
Police authorities in Ogun State have recovered the Lexus RX300 earlier reported missing from the residence of the slain broadcaster, Kitan Oyesiku, who was killed by gunmen on Sunday In…
Last One, The Best One? How Messi Keeps Doing It At World Cup
He knew what Lionel Messi was going to do and had a plan to stop it — and then the Argentina captain struck twice anyway in becoming the leading scorer…
Oracle Cuts 21,000 Jobs Amid Global AI Adoption
Oracle’s total workforce declined 13%, or about 21,000 employees, in fiscal 2026, as the cloud computing giant continued restructuring its business, partly driven by the adoption of AI across its…
Portugal Coach Defends ‘Role Model’ Ronaldo Despite Slow World Cup Start
Portugal coach Roberto Martinez praised Cristiano Ronaldo as “a good example for all of us”. Still, he refused to confirm if the veteran captain would start his team’s World Cup…
FAAN Mulls Final Extension Of Airport Cab Upgrade Deadline To October 2026
In what it describes as a final opportunity for operators to comply with new service standards aimed at improving passenger experience across Nigerian airports, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria…
Edo Assembly Confirms Commissioner Nominee, Receives Defection Letters
The Edo State House of Assembly (EDHA) has confirmed Kayode Iriabhekha from Owan East Local Government Area as a commissioner nominee following his screening and the presentation of a report…