May 9, 2025
Russia’s Victory Day Parade Showcases Military Might Amid Ukraine Tensions
Russian troops fighting in Ukraine marched alongside Chinese forces on Moscow’s Red Square to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat. The Victory Day celebration, marked by greater spectacle than in recent years, featured an expanded military presence with tanks, rocket launchers, and drones on display. Vladimir Putin addressed the largest parade since his […]
NAFDAC Arrest man Producing Fake Wines, Drinks Worth N114m
Over 100 cartons of assorted adulterated alcoholic beverages, valued at more than N114 million, were confiscated and evacuated The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has taken decisive action against counterfeit alcoholic beverages in Lagos State. Operatives of the agency have arrested Madu Simon, an individual suspected of producing fake popular […]
Dangote Clarifies: No Competition with NNPC
In a significant development aimed at reinforcing Nigeria’s energy security and economic collaboration, President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has publicly affirmed that his $20 billion Dangote Refinery is not in competition with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). Instead, he emphasized a new era of cooperation between both entities in the […]
Trump Considers Reducing China Tariffs by 80% in Major Policy Shift
In a recent social media post, U.S. President Donald Trump signaled a potential reduction in the hefty tariffs imposed on Chinese imports. As the trade dispute between the two largest economies in the world continues, Trump’s remarks have raised hopes that a breakthrough could be on the horizon, especially with crucial trade talks scheduled over […]
Tinubu Congratulates Pope Leo XIV, Joins World Leaders in Tribute
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV, on his historic election as the 267th Bishop of Rome and the Supreme Pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church. The new Pope, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, becomes the first American to hold the revered position, a milestone that has drawn […]
Former Celsius CEO Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Fraud
The founder and former CEO of bankrupt cryptocurrency trading platform Celsius, Alexander Mashinsky, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison on fraud charges. Mashinsky, 50, pleaded guilty last December to securities fraud in a deal that reduced the level of charges he faced. The sentence comes down nearly three years after the startup’s collapse […]
India Suspends Flights at 24 Airports Amid Tensions with Pakistan
India has suspended civilian flights at 24 airports in the north following heightened tensions with nuclear-armed rival Pakistan. The move comes after India launched air strikes on Wednesday targeting “terrorist camps” in Pakistan, sparking the worst clashes between the neighbors in decades. Nearly 50 people have perished, mainly in Pakistan, as a result of the […]
Showmax Shines at 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards
The 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) are just around the corner, and Showmax is making a strong impression with its Nigerian Originals. Three of its shows have received a total of eight nominations across six categories, showcasing the platform’s commitment to African storytelling. Princess on a Hill: A Gripping Narrative Princess on a […]
Hajj 2025: Committee Inspects Pilgrims’ Feeding Facilities
As preparations heighten for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has taken significant steps to ensure the welfare of Nigerian pilgrims. The Madinah feeding committee, led by Alhaji Abdullahi Kabir, conducted an extensive inspection of all seven kitchens contracted to provide meals during the Hajj exercise. According to a statement […]
Pope Leo XIV Celebrates Inaugural Mass in Sistine Chapel
The newly elected head of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV, celebrated his inaugural Mass with the College of Cardinals in the Sistine Chapel on Friday. Formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, the Chicago-born cleric served for decades as a missionary and later Bishop of Chiclayo in Peru before ascending the ranks of the Vatican. His election […]