US and Ukraine Sign Long-awaited Natural Resources Deal
The US has signed a deal with Ukraine on the joint exploitation of its energy and mineral resources, after months of tense negotiations. The two countries have agreed to establish a reconstruction investment fund to spur Ukraine’s economic recovery from its war with Russia. Ukraine’s First Deputy Prime Minister, Yulia Svyrydenko, in the US signed […]
Akpabio Vows Worker-Friendly Reforms
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has assured Nigerian workers of labour-friendly legislations as they celebrate May Day. Akpabio in a statement, also commended workers for their productivity, diligence, and resilience despite socio-economic challenges, and promised to prioritize workers’ welfare, security, and conditions of service, guaranteeing their rights and protecting them from victimization. He then vowed to […]
EFCC Arrests E-Money for Alleged Naira Abuse
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arrested Five Star Music boss, E-Money, over alleged abuse of the Nigerian currency. E-Money, whose real name is Emeka Okonkwo, was arrested by the anti-graft agency in the Omole area of Lagos State yesterday and has now been taken into EFCC’s custody in Abuja. His arrest comes after […]
Olamide Drops New Single ‘Kai’ Featuring Wizkid
Olamide has finally released his new single called ‘Kai’ featuring Wizkid. The song becomes the latest collaboration between the duo, and comes 14 years after Olamide and Wizkid first collaborated on ‘Omo To Shan’ in 2011. Meanwhile, Olamide has announced the release of his upcoming album and 11th solo project which will be the self-titled. The new album is set to […]
PSG Edge Arsenal 1–0 in Champions League Semi-Final First Leg
Paris Saint-Germain PSG claimed a first leg advantage in their UEFA Champions League semi-final against Arsenal. Thanks to an Ousmane Dembele loan goal, the French side held on to a 1-0 away win against the Gunners at the Emirates Stadium. PSG will head into the second leg at the Parc des Princes on May 7 […]
Trump Marks 100 Days, Defends Border Progress
US President Donald Trump is marking the 100th day of his second term in office. Addressing a crowd of supporters in Michigan, Trump claimed his presidency is delivering “profound change” and called his efforts a “revolution of common sense”. He highlighted his progress on reducing migrant crossings at the southern border, which have plummeted to […]
FG Rolls Out 42,000 Life Jackets Across 12 States
Federal Government has flagged off the distribution of 42,000 life jackets to 12 states across the country to enhance safe water transportation, as part of the 2025 Safety and Enlightenment Campaign. At the campaign launch in Minna yesterday, Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, said the initiative is to promote the use of […]
FG Commits N110bn to Medical School Rehabilitation
The Federal Government has launched a N110 billion Tertiary Education Trust Fund project to rehabilitate medical schools in 18 universities across Nigeria. Each of the beneficiary institutions will receive approximately N4 billion to rehabilitate infrastructure, including lecture theaters, laboratories, and student hostels. The project aims to expand the country’s capacity to train medical professionals, including […]
Ancelotti Set to Coach Brazil at 2026 World Cup
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has reached an agreement to coach Brazil at the 2026 World Cup. According to football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, Ancelotti is widely expected to leave the LaLiga champions after this season. Brazilian Federation expect Carlo Ancelotti to be on the touchline already on the first week of June representing the […]
Papal Conclave to Elect New Pope Begins May 7
The Vatican says about 135 Cardinals from across the world will meet from May 7 in a secret conclave to elect the next pope, following the death and burial of Pope Francis. Vatican spokesman, Matteo Bruni, said cardinals will take part in a solemn mass at St Peter’s Basilica, after which those eligible to vote […]