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Victor Osimhen Opens Up About His ‘Trench’ Days and Why Hard Work is His Secret to Success Super Eagles talisman Victor Osimhen has revealed that his billionaire status was “inevitable,” thanks to a work ethic forged on the streets of Lagos long before he became a global football icon. Speaking during a candid Twitch livestream […]
President Tinubu Says Security is a Shared Duty, Not Just for One Man; Urges Nigerians to Report Suspicious Activity After Eid Prayers President Bola Tinubu has called on all Nigerians to step up as “partners in security” to ensure the country remains stable. Speaking to journalists at the Dodan Barracks prayer ground in Lagos on […]
Maiduguri Suicide Blasts Leave 27 Dead and 146 Injured; President Tinubu Orders Security Chiefs to Relocate to Borno as Critics Question Safety Records The relative peace that had returned to Maiduguri was tragically shattered this week, putting the federal government’s security strategy under intense public scrutiny. On Monday night, March 16, 2026, three suicide bombers […]
Governor Otti Dismisses Rumors of Disunity Among South-East Governors; Urges Regional Leaders to ‘Go Together’ for Development Abia State Governor Alex Otti has “flipped the script” on critics claiming there is a split within the South-East Governors’ Forum. Speaking at a gathering of traditional rulers from across the South-East and South-South in Umuahia on Friday, […]
UAE Shuts Down 50-Year-Old Iranian Hospital in Dubai; Hundreds of Staff Expelled as War Tensions Hit Boiling Point A long-standing symbol of Iranian presence in the Gulf has been wiped away as the United Arab Emirates moves to cut all social and institutional ties with Tehran. On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the famous Iranian Hospital […]
Nigerian Fraudster Extradited from South Africa Jailed for 90 Months in U.S. Over ₦6.5 Billion Email Scam; Ordered to Pay Back $2.3m A high-profile international fraud case has finally come to a close in a Maryland federal court. On Saturday, March 21, 2026, James Junior Aliyu was sentenced to 90 months in prison for leading […]
Dangote Refinery Hikes Petrol to ₦1,245 as Iran War Pushes Oil Over $110; Pump Prices Hit ₦1,440 at Filling Stations Nigerians are waking up to a tough new reality at the petrol pumps this weekend. On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery officially adjusted its ex-depot price for petrol to ₦1,245 per litre, […]
Army Foils High-Tech Terrorist Attack in Borno; Over 80 Insurgents Killed as Troops Destroy Armed Drones and Reclaim Mallam Fatori The Nigerian Army has proven its “battlefield dominance” once again by crushing a sophisticated attempt by ISWAP and Boko Haram fighters to overrun a strategic base in Borno State. On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, troops […]
Delta Government and Police Vow Justice After ‘Barbaric’ Assault on Women at Ozoro Festival; Community Head Among Five Arrested The Delta State Government has sent a strong warning to those who use “culture” as a shield for criminality following a series of violent attacks on women in Ozoro. On Friday, March 20, 2026, officials reacted […]
Governor Alia Orders Benue Appointees With 2027 Ambitions to Resign by March 30 to Avoid Distractions Governor Hyacinth Alia has “drawn a line in the sand” for members of his administration who are already looking toward the 2027 elections. Speaking on Wednesday evening during an Iftar gathering in Makurdi, the Governor announced that any political […]
Paris Police Arrest Three Teens for Violent Attack on 11-Year-Old Students; Victims’ Families Demand Justice as Bullying Crisis Grows The streets of Paris are facing a new wave of concern after a disturbing attack on young schoolchildren led to the arrest of three teenagers on Friday, March 20, 2026. The incident, which took place in […]
Troops Nab 53 Suspects and Extremists in Massive Plateau State Raid; Stolen Cattle Recovered and Returned to Owners Security forces in Plateau State have recorded a major breakthrough in the fight against crime, with the arrest of 53 suspects in a single sweep. On Friday, March 20, 2026, the Nigerian Army confirmed that its troops, […]
Trump Blasts NATO ‘Cowards’ as 2,500 More U.S. Marines Deploy to Middle East Hotspots; President Demands Allies Help Fund the Fight The rift between the United States and its traditional European allies widened on Friday, March 20, 2026, as President Trump intensified his “America First” rhetoric regarding the war in the Middle East. Speaking to […]
Tinubu and Starmer Seal Landmark £746m Deal to Transform Apapa and Tin Can; British Steel to Supply 120,000 Tonnes for Massive Upgrade Nigeria’s two busiest maritime gateways are set for their biggest transformation in nearly 50 years. On Thursday, March 19, 2026, President Bola Tinubu and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer finalized a historic £746 […]
Army Intercepts Two Gunrunners in Taraba; 444 Rounds of Ammunition and Cash Recovered During Road Search The Nigerian Army has successfully blocked a major supply of illegal ammunition in Taraba State. On Thursday, March 19, 2026, troops from the 6 Brigade, operating under Operation Whirl Stroke, arrested two men suspected of being middle-men for criminal […]
President Tinubu Greets Muslims at Eid-el-Fitr; Calls for National Unity and Prayers to End Security Challenges President Bola Tinubu has called on the Nigerian Muslim Ummah to carry the lessons of sacrifice and discipline from the holy month of Ramadan into their everyday lives. In a holiday message released by the State House on Thursday, […]
Pentagon Demands $200 Billion to Fund Iran Conflict; Critics Blast ‘Outrageous’ Cost as Oil Prices Climb Globally The financial cost of the war in the Middle East is skyrocketing, leading to a massive political showdown in Washington. On Thursday, March 19, 2026, reports surfaced that the Pentagon is seeking a whopping $200 billion in additional […]
New Report Uncovers ₦24 Billion in Abandoned and Fraudulent Projects Across Nigeria; Taraba and Abia Top the List of Shame A shocking new report has revealed how billions of naira meant for roads, schools, and hospitals are being wasted across Nigeria. The report, titled “The People and Government Oversight,” was released by the tracking group […]
FIFA Confirms October 17 Kick-Off for 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco; 24 Teams to Battle for Glory Football fans around the world now have a date to circle on their calendars. FIFA officially announced on Thursday, March 19, 2026, that the next U-17 Women’s World Cup will be held in Morocco from October […]
Lagos Vows to Arrest Fake Parking Operators in Computer Village After Uncovering ₦1,000 Extortion Scam The Lagos State Government has declared war on illegal parking “tax collectors” who have been terrorizing motorists in the busy Computer Village area of Ikeja. On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, the Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA) issued a stern warning […]