Israel Strikes Lebanon’s Tyre, Killing 3 in Nearby Town Amid Escalating Conflict
Israeli airstrikes targeted multiple buildings in Tyre, Lebanon’s southern coastal city, sending massive clouds of black smoke into the air. The nearby town of Maarakeh reported three fatalities. Prior to the strikes, Israel issued evacuation warnings to dozens of buildings in Tyre’s city center, advising residents to move north of the Awali River. This precaution […]
Enugu State Police Arrest Native Doctor, Father Over Ritual Death of 26-Year-Old Man
Tragedy struck in Enugu State, Nigeria, when Chikwado Celestine Eze, 26, died during a ritual intended to ensure his success abroad. The native doctor, Enuwa Odugu, 48, and Eze’s father, Uwakwe Eze, 67, have been arrested for conspiracy and murder. According to police spokesperson Daniel Ndukwe, Eze was buried alive for 1 hour and 30 […]
Nigerian Government Drops $35 Million Money Laundering Charges Against Binance Executives
The Federal Government of Nigeria has withdrawn money laundering charges against Tigran Gambaryan, Binance’s US head of financial crime compliance, and Nadeem Anjarwalla, the exchange’s British-Kenyan regional manager for Africa. Initially, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) accused Gambaryan and Anjarwalla of laundering $35 million. The duo was detained by the National Security Adviser’s […]
PDP Reschedules National Executive Committee Meeting to November 28
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has postponed its National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting from October 24 to November 28, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi announced. Mohammed, Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum, disclosed this while reading a communique after the forum’s enlarged meeting in Abuja. The decision aims to ensure unity and strength ahead of […]
House of Representatives Moves to Create New Oyo State
A bill to split the existing Oyo State into two has passed its second reading in the House of Representatives. The proposed new state, also named Oyo State, would have Oyo town as its capital. Sponsor of the bill, Akeem Adeyemi, representing Oyo Federal Constituency, argued that the current Oyo State is too large, with […]
Federal Government Bans Export of Locally Produced Cooking Gas to Tackle Soaring Prices
In a bid to alleviate the financial burden on Nigerians, the Federal Government has prohibited the export of domestically produced Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), effective November 1, 2024. Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Gas) Ekperikpe Ekpo announced the decision after convening an emergency meeting with stakeholders in Abuja to address the escalating prices. The government […]
Lagos Government Cracks Down on Noise Pollution, Seals 352 Churches and Mosque
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has intensified its fight against noise pollution, sealing 352 facilities, including religious houses, over the past year. LASEPA General Manager, Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, revealed that residents’ non-compliance with regulations remains a significant challenge. Despite initial compliance after enforcement, many offenders revert to their old ways, prompting repeated action. […]
President Bola Tinubu Hosts NIPCO Executives, Commends Investment in Nigeria’s CNG Sector
President Bola Tinubu met with NIPCO executives at Aso Rock, praising their significant investments in Nigeria’s Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) sector. The meeting highlighted the importance of public-private partnerships in driving Nigeria’s energy transition. President Tinubu thanked NIPCO for their contributions to Nigeria’s energy security and sustainable development. He commended NIPCO’s support for the Presidential […]
Real Madrid Completes Stunning Comeback, Defeats Dortmund 5-2 with Vinicius Jr hat-trick
Real Madrid erased a two-goal deficit to triumph 5-2 over Borussia Dortmund in a thrilling Champions League clash. Dortmund seized control with goals from Donyell Malen and Jamie Gittens around the 30-minute mark. However, Real Madrid revitalized after halftime. Antonio Rüdiger’s header (60′) ignited the comeback, followed by Vinícius Júnior’s equalizer. Lucas Vázquez (83′) struck […]
Arsenal Edges Shakhtar Donetsk 1-0 in Champions League Thriller
Arsenal secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League, maintaining their unbeaten start to the league phase. The decisive goal came in the 30th minute, courtesy of an own goal from Shakhtar goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk. Martinelli’s shot hit the post and rebounded off Riznyk’s back into the net. Gabriel Jesus created […]