Africa & World
Vatican Prepares To Select New Pope
Pope Francis, who died Monday at age 88, will be succeeded following a papal conclave in the Sistine Chapel. After nine days of official mourning, cardinals…
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Security
Protests in Jos over Plateau killings
Fresh protests broke out on Monday in Jos, the Plateau State capital, in response to the continued killings of indigenous residents by suspected Fulani militants. Led…
Africa & World
Trump Orders American Flags Flown At Half-Mast to Honour Pope Francis
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday directed that American flags be flown at half-staff nationwide in honour of Pope Francis. The order follows a post on…
Headlines
No Deal Yet on Enugu Airport Concession – Keyamo
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has dismissed reports claiming that a lengthy concession period had been agreed upon for the Akanu Ibiam…
Politics
National Assembly Shifts Plenary Resumption to May 6
The National Assembly has extended the resumption date for plenary sessions by one week, shifting it from Tuesday, April 29, 2025, to Tuesday, May 6, 2025.…
Politics
President Tinubu To Return Today – Bayo Onanuga
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to return to Nigeria today following official visits to France and the United Kingdom. The announcement was made on Monday…
Africa & World
Pope Francis Dies At 88
Pope Francis, the head of the Roman Catholic Church, has died. The Vatican announced his passing in a statement released on Easter Monday. According to the…
Politics
Tensions Behind Closed Doors: What Really Happened Between Foreign Minister Tuggar and Governor Bala Mohammed
In the wake of conflicting reports surrounding a heated exchange between Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar and Governor Bala Mohammed, fresh accounts are emerging that cast doubt…
Headlines
Frozen Fish, Pepper, and Tomatoes Price Increase over 100% in Lagos
Residents of Lagos experienced sharp fluctuations in food prices in April 2025, with increases in the cost of essential items reflecting the broader inflationary pressures across…
Africa & World
Trump To Shut Down US Embassies in Africa
he administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly considering the closure of nearly 30 American embassies and consulates across the globe, including several in…