US releases special passports with Trump’s image for 250th anniversary
US State Department issues limited-edition passports with Trump's image for 250th anniversary celebrations.
Shooting at Washington Hilton recalls Reagan assassination attempt site
A Washington Hilton shooting recalls the 1981 Reagan assassination attempt at the same venue.
FG partners 30 UK firms to implement Tinubu’s trade agreements
Nigeria engages 30 UK firms to implement trade deals reached during President Tinubu's State Visit.
Ten states buck national debt trend with low borrowing in 2025
Ten Nigerian states kept debt levels low or declining in 2025 despite national subnational debt jumping 9.89 percent.
Iran threatens to close Hormuz Strait again if US maintains port blockade
Iran threatens to close Strait of Hormuz again if US maintains naval blockade of Iranian ports
IMF warns 20 million Africans face food insecurity amid price surge
IMF warns 20 million sub-Saharan Africans face food insecurity as global prices surge
Nigeria’s public debt hits N159.28 trillion by end of 2025
Nigeria's public debt reached N159.28 trillion by December 2025, up from N153.29 trillion in September.
CBN mandates mediation before borrowers and lenders go to court
The Central Bank of Nigeria introduces mandatory mediation for loan disputes before court action.
Nigeria’s gig economy reaches $5.17 billion as ride-hailing surges
Nigeria's gig economy reaches $5.17 billion in value, driven by rapid growth in ride-hailing platforms.
Edun rules out fuel subsidy return as petrol prices surge
Finance Minister Wale Edun rules out fuel subsidy return amid rising petrol costs
Iran executes 1,639 people in 2025, hits 20-year high
Iran executed at least 1,639 people in 2025, marking a 68 percent increase and 20-year high
United States begins Iranian port blockade as peace talks collapse
The United States military blockade of Iranian ports begins Monday following failed peace talks over nuclear programme.
Viva Matic teams up with LG to transform Nigerian household laundry
Viva Matic partners with LG Electronics to deliver optimised laundry solutions for Nigerian households
Federal Government tackles CBPP outbreak threatening Nigeria’s cattle economy
Federal Government launches task force to combat CBPP outbreak affecting cattle economy across Nigeria.
US Tightens Visa Rules, Flags Nigerians With Chronic Illnesses
A new immigration directive from the United States government could make it harder for Nigerians with long-term health conditions to...
King Charles to Lead National Silence at Cenotaph as UK Marks Remembrance Sunday
King Charles III will lead the United Kingdom in a solemn two-minute silence at 11:00 GMT today during the National...
Trump Orders Military Pay Amid Shutdown, Blames Democrats for Deadlock
United States President Donald Trump has directed the Pentagon to ensure that military personnel receive their salaries on October 15,...
Oluwaseun Kuforiji Breaks Guinness World Record for Longest Sewing Marathon
Nigerian fashion designer Oluwaseun Kuforiji has officially set a new Guinness World Record for the Longest Sewing Marathon. He sewed...
Assisted Dying Bill Faces Intense Scrutiny as Over 300 Amendments Are Tabled
Debate deepens over High Court’s role and eligibility for assisted death .The UK Parliament’s committee on the Assisted Dying Bill...
Trump Threatens to End Gaza Ceasefire if Hamas Doesn’t Release Hostages
Trump Threatens to End Gaza Ceasefire if Hamas Doesn’t Release Hostages US President Donald Trump has issued a stark ultimatum...