China has announced the full implementation of a zero-tariff scheme covering 53 African countries, including Nigeria, as part of the Changsha Declaration—further strengthening economic ties within the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). The announcement came from China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs following a high-level meeting in Changsha between Chinese officials and African foreign ministers. This…
U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Iran to agree to a nuclear deal with the United States “before it is too late,” warning that continued resistance could lead to even more devastating Israeli military action. His comments follow a series of Israeli airstrikes early Friday morning targeting Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure, after the collapse…
Boca Juniors defender Ayrton Costa has been blocked from entering the United States after his visa application was denied twice, reportedly due to past legal issues linked to an attempted robbery case. The 25-year-old is now set to miss the upcoming Club World Cup, with Boca Juniors declining to disclose official reasons for the visa…
Iraq has formally lodged a complaint with the United Nations Security Council, accusing Israel of violating its airspace during a recent large-scale attack on Iran, the Iraqi Foreign Ministry announced on Friday, June 13. “These actions represent a blatant violation of Iraq’s sovereignty,” the ministry stated, urging the Security Council to “assume its responsibilities” and…
Police operatives from the Onitsha Main Market Division, with assistance from local traders, have arrested two suspects in connection with the killing of a 17-year-old boy. An automatic pump-action gun was also recovered during the operation. According to eyewitnesses, the suspects—believed to be security operatives attempting to apprehend another individual—allegedly opened fire indiscriminately, resulting in…
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (Rtd), has revealed that the proposed ₦1.48 trillion 2025 state budget includes full provisions for the emoluments of suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, members of the State House of Assembly, and other political office holders. Ibas made this disclosure on Wednesday, June 11, during his…
U.S. President Donald Trump has hinted that Israel may be preparing a military strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, underscoring growing tensions in the Middle East and the potential for a major escalation. Speaking during a press briefing at the White House, Trump addressed speculation over possible Israeli action, stating, “I don’t want to say it’s…
Former Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has officially joined Real Madrid, signing a six-year contract with the Spanish giants. The England international was unveiled at the Santiago Bernabéu, where he surprised fans by addressing the media in fluent Spanish. Alexander-Arnold arrives from Liverpool, who received €10 million ($11.3 million) as compensation to release him from his…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has affirmed that no Nigerian should face injustice simply for expressing dissent or criticizing him or other public officials. Speaking during a joint session of the National Assembly on June 12 to mark Democracy Day, Tinubu urged lawmakers to uphold civil liberties and protect freedom of expression as essential pillars of…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken a swipe at opposition parties, describing their internal divisions as a source of amusement. Speaking on Thursday, June 12, during a joint session of the National Assembly to commemorate Democracy Day, Tinubu welcomed recent defectors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP) into the All…
