DR Congo Moves to Prosecute Kabila for Alleged M23 Support
Democratic Republic of Congo has launched a bid to strip former President Joseph Kabila of immunity so he can face trial on charges of supporting the M23 insurgency in the country’s east. Justice Minister, Constant Mutamba, said Kabila who enjoys immunity from prosecution as a senator for life, should return to Congo to face justice […]
Davido, Chris Brown Set for Joint Tour and 2026 EP
Davido has confirmed that he will be going on a joint tour with American R&B star, Chris Brown, and he will be performing on Chris’s Breezy Bowl tour. In a recent interview, Davido also spoke of plans to put out a joint EP in 2026 with Chris Brown. He explained that the delay in putting out the album […]
Barcelona, Inter Draw 3-3 in Champions League Thriller
Barcelona twice came from behind against Inter Milan to snatch a draw in a six-goal first-leg match last night. The 3-3 scoreline leaves their Champions League semi-final matchup sitting on a knife’s edge. The second leg takes place in Milan next Tuesday, with the winner to face Paris Saint-Germain or Arsenal on May 31 in […]
Police Reactivate Digital Tinted Glass Permits, Give 30-Day Grace
The Nigeria Police Force has granted a 30-day grace period from today May 1, 2025, to all motorists to regularise their tinted glass permits as it reactivates the digital Tinted Glass Permit platform. The Force spokesperson, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, who made the announcement in a statement on Wednesday, also warned that police officers found extorting […]
Saudi Imposes Fines for Unauthorized Hajj Participation
The Saudi Ministry of Interior has announced penalties for those violating Hajj regulations, including fines up to SAR 100,000 (approximately $26,661 USD) for facilitating unauthorized pilgrims and SAR 20,000 (around $5,332 USD) for individuals performing Hajj without permits. Those caught sheltering or transporting unauthorized pilgrims will also face fines, while illegal infiltrators may be deported […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
