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 […]
BRICS Slams U.S. Trade Moves at Rio Meeting
Foreign ministers from the BRICS group of developing nations have met to discuss and present a united front in the face of US President Donald Trump’s aggressive trade policies. The meeting, which began yesterday in Rio de Janeiro, is expected to produce a joint statement criticizing “unilateral measures” on trade from the group formed by […]
INEC Proposes Digital Voter Cards, Key Electoral Reforms
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is proposing to replace Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) with downloadable voters’ card, ahead of the 2027 general elections. Special Adviser to the INEC chairman, Mohammad Kuna, who disclosed this yesterday in his presentation at a retreat with the Joint Committee of the National Assembly on Electoral Matters on the […]
FG to Begin Payment of 5-Month Wage Arrears
The Federal Government has announced plans to commence payment of the outstanding five months’ wage award arrears to workers immediately. Director of Press, Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, Bawa Mokwa, who made this known in a statement, explained that while the Federal Government had earlier disbursed five months’ worth of the wage […]
Jessica Simpson Reflects on Setbacks and Career Challenges
The 44-year-old artist Jessica Simpson, recently shared her story during an interview with Fancy Hagood on the upcoming episode of Trailblazers Radio. She discussed her frustrations with the music industry, particularly after being dropped from her record label following the success of her 2008 country album, Do You Know. “I took a long break,” Jessica […]
