FG to Complete Records of Nigerian Casualties, Assets Lost During ECOMOG Wars The Federal Government has pledged to complete the documentation of Nigerian military casualties, historical records and assets associated with the country’s participation in the Economic Community of West African States Monitoring Group (ECOMOG) operations in Liberia and Sierra Leone. Minister of Defence, retired […]

Meghan Says She Was Warned of ‘Disturbing Allegations’ Against Father in 2018 The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, has revealed that she was informed of “disturbing allegations” against her estranged father, Thomas Markle, in 2018, following renewed claims that he allegedly possessed images depicting child sexual abuse. Meghan said she was deeply distressed by the […]

Williams reported the rape to Hertfordshire Police in 2021 after learning that Carrick had been charged with assaulting another woman. He was subsequently jailed in 2023 after admitting dozens of sexual offences against 12 women. She later brought a civil claim against the Metropolitan Police, arguing that the force had failed to protect her and […]

Storm Austen Leaves Nearly 7,000 UK Homes Without Power Nearly 7,000 homes have been left without electricity as Storm Austen brings powerful winds and heavy rain to parts of the United Kingdom, disrupting transport services and forcing some schools to close or delay opening. The storm struck south-west England overnight into Friday, October 23, with […]

Haskell Library The Unique Building Straddling the US-Canada Border In a small border community of about 700 residents, the United States and Canada are so closely intertwined that separating the two countries is part of everyday life. At the centre of this unusual relationship is the Haskell Free Library and Opera House, a historic building […]

Israeli Military Imposes Siege on Hebron After Shooting Attack Leaves Five Wounded The Israeli military has imposed a security cordon on the occupied West Bank city of Hebron after two Palestinian gunmen opened fire at a military checkpoint on Friday, October 23, injuring five people. The attack prompted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to order […]

Journalist Heidi Levine Vows to Continue Reporting on Palestinians After West Bank AttackHeidi Levine, a photojournalist working with The Washington Post, has vowed to continue documenting the experiences of Palestinians in the occupied West Bank despite being brutally attacked by Israeli settlers last week. Levine said the frightening incident had strengthened her determination to report […]

Busan South Korea’s Laid-Back Coastal City Drawing Surfers and Travellers Busan, South Korea’s second-largest city, is gaining attention for its relaxed coastal lifestyle, surfing culture and vibrant outdoor attractions, offering a striking contrast to the fast-paced atmosphere of the capital, Seoul. Located on the country’s southeastern coast, Busan is known for its beaches, seaside scenery […]

El Salvador Deploys 100 Troops to Haiti to Rescue Four Missing Service Members El Salvador has deployed 100 special forces soldiers to Haiti to help rescue four Salvadoran service members believed to have been abducted by armed gangs, following an attack on personnel supporting a United Nations-backed security mission. The deployment was confirmed on Thursday […]

Atiku’s Camp Challenges APC to Account for ₦10bn Ebola Fund The African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential campaign of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has challenged the All Progressives Congress (APC) to explain the whereabouts of the ₦10 billion approved by President Bola Tinubu for Ebola preparedness, following the party’s claim that the funds remain untouched. The […]

Court Allows Selected CCTV Footage in el-Rufai’s N10bn Suit Against ICPC The Federal High Court in Abuja has authorised the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to play selected portions of its closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage in the N10 billion fundamental rights suit filed by former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir el-Rufai. Justice […]

Senate Demands Urgent Security Overhaul After 113 Killed in Benue Attacks The Nigerian Senate has called for an urgent overhaul of security operations following the reported killing of 113 people in four separate attacks on communities in Benue State. The lawmakers urged the Federal Government and relevant security agencies to strengthen military and police operations, […]

2027: Tinubu’s Re-election Bid Faces Uncertainty Over Wike’s Rainbow Coalition President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election campaign is facing fresh political uncertainty over the proposed Rainbow Coalition promoted by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, amid concerns among All Progressives Congress (APC) governors that the alliance could undermine the party’s candidates in state […]

NLC Mobilises for Nationwide Strike Over Fuel Prices, Minimum Wage The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed its affiliate unions, state councils and civil society allies to begin mobilising for possible nationwide industrial action following the failure of talks with the Federal Government over workers’ demands. The decision followed a meeting between organised labour and […]

2027 Atiku Suffering from ‘Emir Complex’, Says Segun Sowunmi A member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council, Segun Sowunmi, has accused former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar of being disconnected from the realities of ordinary Nigerians, describing him as suffering from what he called an “Emir complex”. Sowunmi made the remarks during an interview […]

One Dead, Three Rescued in Lagos Building Collapse One person has died while three others have been rescued following the collapse of a building in Lagos State. The incident, which triggered an emergency response, left residents and other occupants concerned as rescue teams worked to locate and assist people who might have been trapped beneath […]

Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, October 23, 2026 The US dollar traded at different rates against the Nigerian naira on Friday, October 23, 2026, across the official foreign exchange market and the parallel market. Available market reports showed that the official exchange rate was around ₦1,331 to the dollar, while parallel-market dealers quoted higher […]

NYSC Kidnap: DSS Witness Reveals How Suspects Were Identified A witness from the Department of State Services (DSS) has given details of how suspects linked to the kidnapping of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members were identified, providing fresh insight into the investigation. The testimony was presented during court proceedings involving the alleged abduction, as […]

Seven Killed in Multiple-Vehicle Crash Involving Trailer in Gombe At least seven people have reportedly died in a multiple-vehicle road crash involving a trailer in Gombe State. The fatal accident has renewed concerns over road safety and the dangers posed by heavy-duty vehicles on Nigerian roads. Details surrounding the circumstances of the crash, including the […]

State Police 24 States Approve Bill as Lagos, 11 Others Delay Decision Twenty-four states have reportedly approved the proposed constitutional amendment to establish state police in Nigeria, while Lagos and 11 other states are yet to make decisive progress on the measure. The development highlights the uneven pace of support for the proposed reform, which […]

Why Food Prices Remain High Despite FG’s Interventions, Ongoing Harvest Food prices in Nigeria have remained high despite Federal Government interventions and the ongoing harvest season, raising concerns about the affordability of essential commodities and the continued pressure on household budgets. Although the harvest period typically increases the supply of agricultural produce, consumers are yet […]

Ebola APC Accuses Atiku of Politicising Outbreak, Claims N10bn Remains Untouched The All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar of politicising Nigeria’s Ebola response, alleging that N10 billion allocated for public health intervention remains untouched. The ruling party made the allegation amid growing public concern over the country’s confirmed Ebola Virus Disease […]

Sowore We Sought Aso Rock Venue Because APC Uses It Too Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has explained that his group sought to use a venue at Aso Rock because the All Progressives Congress (APC) also uses the facility for its activities. Sowore’s remark comes amid discussions over the request to […]

Family Announces Burial Plans for Late Afenifere Leader Fasoranti The family of the late Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, has announced burial arrangements for the elder statesman, who was a prominent figure in Nigeria’s socio-political landscape. The announcement is expected to provide details of activities leading to his final burial, including funeral services and other […]