July 2025
FBI Upgrades New Zealand Office to Counter Chinese Influence
The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has upgraded its presence in New Zealand to a standalone office in Wellington, marking a significant step in bilateral law enforcement cooperation between the two countries. FBI Director Kash Patel personally traveled to New Zealand to inaugurate the office, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in addressing global […]
Højlund Earning Amorim’s Trust Amid Striker Speculation
Manchester United manager Rúben Amorim says he is pleased with Rasmus Højlund’s form after the striker scored and impressed in the club’s 4-1 win over Bournemouth in the Premier League US Summer Series. Højlund opened the scoring in Chicago with a brilliant header from Patrick Dorgu’s pinpoint cross, delivering a strong performance just hours after […]
Suspect on the Run After Woman’s Gruesome Murder
Human rights advocate, Comrade Israel Joe, has raised alarm over the brutal murder of a young woman, Happy Odhegba, allegedly committed by a man identified as Jolly Ajiofo, popularly known as “Mr. Mayor,” in Owhelogbo community, located in the Isoko area of Delta State. According to Comrade Joe, the tragic incident occurred on Sunday, July […]
NNPC Declares Port Harcourt Refinery Not for Sale
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has reaffirmed its stance that the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) is not up for sale, putting to rest recent speculations fueled by ambiguous remarks at international forums. Instead, the state-owned oil company has disclosed plans to seek additional funding and forge advanced technical partnerships to complete […]
Telcos Switch to Upgraded NIN Verification – NIMC
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has officially confirmed the full integration of all telecommunications operators in Nigeria into its upgraded National Identification Number (NIN) verification platform, known as NINAuth. This development marks a major milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to bolster data protection, digital identity security, and telecom service efficiency. In a statement released […]
AfDB Approves $1.2m Grant to Boost National Grid Stability
To strengthen Nigeria’s power infrastructure and advance its clean energy goals, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has committed a $1.2 million grant to support a feasibility study on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The initiative is a major step toward stabilizing the national grid, integrating renewable energy, and future-proofing Nigeria’s power sector. The announcement was […]
TCN Backs Board Shake-Up
The Tourist Company of Nigeria (TCN) Plc has responded firmly to the recent controversy surrounding its board restructuring, defending its decision to remove two directors — Anthony Idigbe (SAN) and Abatcha Bulama — and company secretary OOT Nominees Limited. The company insists the moves are both legally sound and necessary to restore corporate governance. This […]
Presidency Denies Offering ADC Ex-Chairman Ministerial Slots
The Presidency has categorically denied allegations made by Dr. Ralph Okey Nwosu, former National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), claiming he was offered ministerial slots in exchange for halting plans to align the ADC with an emerging opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. Former National Chairman of ADC, Ralph Nwosu Dr. […]
Shell Reports Profit Decline Amid Falling Global Energy Prices
British oil and gas giant Shell Plc has reported a 23% decline in net profit for the first half of 2025, attributing the dip to falling global energy prices and a less favourable macroeconomic environment. The company disclosed this in its half-year financial report released on Thursday, July 31. Shell’s profit after tax fell to […]
Pre-Season: Amorim Impressed as Manchester United Thrash Bournemouth in Summer Series
Manchester United continued their promising pre-season form with a commanding 4-1 victory over Bournemouth in the Premier League Summer Series on Thursday morning. Despite the absence of new signings Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha, United looked revitalized under manager Ruben Amorim, who praised the transformation he’s seen in the team compared to last season. “Even […]