Global oil markets recorded a sharp decline following the announcement of a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran, signalling a potential easing of geopolitical tensions that had previously driven prices upward. The price of Nigeria’s Bonny Light crude fell significantly, dropping by 14.2 per cent to $94.41 per barrel from approximately $110 earlier…

In a major geopolitical development with far-reaching implications for global energy security, Russia and China have vetoed a resolution at the United Nations Security Council aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz—one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints. The resolution, sponsored by Bahrain and supported by a majority of council members, sought to restore…

In a coordinated response to rising food insecurity and economic pressure across the country, the Federal Government, the First Lady, the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), leading industrialist Aliko Dangote, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), and other key stakeholders have collectively pledged ₦65 billion towards the establishment of a National Food Bank initiative.…

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has strongly condemned the reported assault of women during a festival in Ozoro, Delta State, describing the incident as unacceptable and a grave violation of human dignity. The First Lady’s reaction follows widespread outrage over the incident, which allegedly occurred during a public celebration in Ozoro, a community in Delta…

Nigerian troops have recorded a significant operational success in the North-East, repelling a major insurgent attack in Borno State and neutralising three senior commanders of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), alongside more than 80 fighters. Security sources indicate that the encounter followed a coordinated assault by the террорист group, which was effectively countered…

The Senate has urged telecommunications companies to extend communication infrastructure to vulnerable communities in Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State following recurring attacks in the area. The call was made as lawmakers expressed concern over the plight of residents who often find themselves unable to reach security agencies during emergencies due to poor network…

Samuel Perry, the comic actor popularly known as Broda Shaggi, has reportedly been hospitalised after he was allegedly shot while filming on a movie set in Ogun State. The entertainer was said to have sustained injuries during the incident, which occurred while production was ongoing. Confirming the development on Friday, Oluseyi Babaseyi, spokesperson for the…

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of 83 senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force in a move aimed at strengthening leadership capacity within the force. At the apex of the promotion exercise, 13 Commissioners of Police (CPs) were elevated to the rank of Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs), placing them…

The Federal Government has commenced the evacuation of Nigerians who are willing to leave Iran as tensions continue to rise in parts of the Middle East. The development was confirmed on Tuesday by the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, who disclosed that Nigerian diplomatic officials in…