Rubio says Cuba leaders must go as US dangles $100m
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that crisis-hit Cuba’s leadership must change as Washington renewed an offer on Wednesday of $100 million in aid if the communist-run island agrees…
Scientists raise alarm over extreme heat threat at 2026 World Cup
One in four 2026 World Cup games could take place in very hot conditions as climate change has increased the risk of extreme heat in North America since the US…
How 1983 coup destroyed my concert business – Ben Murray-Bruce
By Nnasom David Founder of Silverbird Group, Senator Ben Murray-Bruce, has said the 1983 military coup that ousted the government of President Shehu Shagari dealt a devastating blow to his…
Shakira, Madonna, BTS to headline first World Cup final half-time show
Madonna, Shakira and K-pop megastars BTS will headline a Super Bowl-style half-time show at the World Cup final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, FIFA said Thursday.…
Air Peace blames airspace access issue for Lagos-London disruption
By Dickson Omobola West Africa’s largest airline, Air Peace, has disclosed that its scheduled Lagos–London Gatwick service of May 13 experienced an operational disruption. The airline said the development followed…
‘Gun to my head, I won’t exceed 4 years’ – Obi; ‘believe this, believe anything’ — Presidency
By Ayobami Okerinde The former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has said that even with a gun to his head, he will not stay a day more than four…
US congressman proposes bill requiring immigrants to reject Sharia law
A United States congressman, Barry Moore, has proposed legislation that would require immigrants entering the country as religious workers to formally reject Sharia law and affirm loyalty to the US…
Delta North: Step down, support Nwoko, media team tells Okowa
By Henry Umoru Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the former governor of Delta State, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, has been asked to drop his senatorial ambition for Delta North in…
Bayelsa East Groups back Senator Agadaga’s re-election, vow to uphold 2022 zoning greement
By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa Stakeholders from the Bayelsa East Senatorial District have endorsed the incumbent senator representing them, Senator Benson Agadaga, to run for a second term. Leading the stakeholders,…
World Cup: US waives $15,000 visa bonds for fans from 5 African countries
The administration of Donald Trump has waived visa bond requirements for confirmed 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket holders from five African countries. The United States Department of State said citizens…
2027: Makinde defends choice of successor, says party colour doesn’t matter
Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has said that his priority was to have a capable candidate who can move the state forward succeed him. Makinde, who stated this on…
Le Mans promoted to Ligue 1 for first time since 2010
Le Mans were officially promoted to Ligue 1 on Wednesday after the French league (LFP) awarded them a 2-0 win in their interrupted final game of the season at Bastia.…
Nigeria spent N6.54trn on auto parts importation in two years – DG NADDC
By Theodore Opara Nigeria’s dependence on imported vehicles and spare parts has surged dramatically, with the country spending a staggering N6.54 trillion on transport equipment and auto parts between 2023…
Osun 2026: Adeleke ‘ll lose in Ijesaland, odds favour us — APC
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo The Director-General of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for Osun-East Senatorial District Campaign Council, Prince Thomas Ogungbangbe, has declared that Governor Ademola Adeleke’s political strongholds across…
Amusan wins Nigeria’s first gold at Senior Athletic Championships
Nigerian sprinter Tobi Amusan has won Nigeria’s first gold at the Senior Athletic Championships in Accra, Ghana on Wednesday. The world record holder beat her opponents to come first in…
Super Eagles’ Adams fires Sevilla to comeback win over Villarreal
Sevilla produced a sensational comeback from two goals down to beat Villarreal 3-2 on Wednesday and climb towards safety in La Liga. The Andalucian side have been struggling towards the…
‘I came out of Wura poorer’ – Actor Lanre Adediwura
Nollywood actor Lanre Adediwura has opened up on why he declined an offer to reprise his role in Wura, saying the popular series left him in financial difficulty. Speaking during…
Gunmen strike again in Plateau, kill pregnant woman, husband
By Golok Nanmwa Gunmen have killed a young couple, Mr. Iliya Gyang, 30, and his pregnant wife, Grace, 25, in a fresh attack at Angwan Ishaku community in Barkin Ladi…
False kidnapping: Police rescue medical doctor from mob attack
The Police Command in Oyo State has rescued a United States of America-based Nigerian medical doctor, Dr Afolabi, from being mobbed over alleged kidnapping. The Police Public Relations Officer in…
FG approves 40% peculiar allowance for civil servants after showdown threat
The Federal Government has officially approved the long-awaited 40 per cent peculiar allowance for federal civil servants following intense pressure and threats of industrial action by the organised labour. The…