The Igbo nation, celebrated for its unyielding spirit, resilience, entrepreneurial drive, and egalitarian ethos, now stands at a critical crossroads in its history and destiny. A piercing question resonates deeply within the hearts of true sons and daughters of Ala Igbo: Are the Igbos under a curse, or are we the authors of our own…

In an ongoing crackdown on cybercrime, Nigerian authorities at Lagos State’s Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) have arrested a suspected international fraudster, Abraham Akpojisheri, on June 24, 2025. The suspect was intercepted by vigilant Aviation Security officers while attempting to board a domestic flight to Asaba, found in possession of an astonishing 783 MTN SIM…

Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has dismissed claims that suspected herdsmen who attack Benue State flee into Nasarawa to evade capture. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, Governor Sule denied accusations that the state serves as a haven for criminals, noting that Nasarawa actually has limited cattle-rearing activities. “The issue is with…

#ICYMI: 33-Year-Old Socialist Stuns Former Governor In NYC Mayoral Primary Young self-proclaimed socialist Zohran Mamdani was on the verge of a remarkable win Wednesday in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary, soundly defeating his scandal-tainted establishment opponent in a contest viewed as a battle over the Democratic Party’s future direction. Although final results were still…

Anna Wintour, the iconic magazine editor, has stepped down as editor of US Vogue after 37 years, a tenure that cemented her status as one of the most influential figures in the fashion industry. The 75-year-old was renowned for turning Vogue’s covers into definitive statements on contemporary style while maintaining strict control over the magazine’s…

The Senate Committee on Public Accounts has given the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Bayo Ojulari, a 10-day deadline to address 11 key financial queries over discrepancies in the company’s audited accounts, warning that non-compliance could lead to serious constitutional repercussions. The ultimatum, set to expire on July…

Twenty-nine high school students in the Central African Republic lost their lives in a stampede triggered by a power transformer explosion, the health ministry reported. The incident occurred early Wednesday afternoon in the capital, Bangui, as more than 5,300 students were taking the second day of their baccalaureate exams. Amid the chaos, students and exam…

Kylian Mbappé has filed a legal complaint accusing his former club, Paris Saint-Germain, of moral harassment, the Paris prosecutor’s office confirmed to AFP on Thursday, noting that an investigation is now underway. The France captain is also in a legal dispute with PSG, seeking to recover €55 million ($64.4 million) in unpaid wages and bonuses…

Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a two-year contract extension with Saudi club Al Nassr, the team announced on Thursday, ending months of speculation about his future. Just minutes before the official announcement, Al Nassr shared a teaser video showing the 40-year-old Ronaldo strolling along a beach, declaring, “Al Nassr forever.” Last month, Ronaldo had posted “This…

An end appears near for the political crisis in Rivers State as FCT Minister Nyesom Wike announced that he and the suspended governor, Siminalayi Fubara, have “agreed to work together.” Speaking after a meeting with Fubara, President Bola Tinubu, and suspended members of the Rivers State Assembly, Wike acknowledged past disagreements with the governor but…