FA Cup Quarter-Finals: City Face Liverpool, Arsenal Chase Treble Dream
Liverpool face a daunting trip to Manchester City in the standout tie of the FA Cup quarter-finals this weekend, as Mohamed Salah aims to end nine spectacular seasons at Anfield on a high note. Arsenal and Chelsea are expected to progress to the semi-finals at Wembley against lower-tier opposition, while West Ham and Leeds put […]
Portugal’s Golden Visa Door Narrows for Nigerians as New Rules Take Hold
under the current regime, investors can no longer purchase residential or commercial property anywhere in Portugal to qualify for residency. The €1.5 million capital transfer option which allowed applicants to simply deposit funds in a Portuguese bank was also scrapped.
EFCC Pushes for Permanent Seizure of 57 Properties Linked to Ex-AGF Malami
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has asked a Federal High Court in Abuja to permanently hand over 57 properties linked to former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), to the Federal Government, arguing that the assets are proceeds of unlawful activities.
Ghana to Grant Visa-Free Entry to All Africans From May 25
Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa, in a statement on X (formerly Twitter), confirming that President John Mahama had approved the introduction of a free visa regime for all Africans wishing to visit the country. The new policy takes effect on May 25, a day commemorated annually as Africa Day.
Lassa Fever Outbreak Worsens in Katsina with Two Confirmed Deaths
At least two people have died following a Lassa fever outbreak in Katsina State, with health authorities confirming a new case that brings the total number of infections in the state to three. A consultant in infectious diseases at the Federal Teaching Hospital Katsina, Dr Mohammed Abubakar, disclosed that the hospital is currently managing a […]
Makinde Defies Calls for Postponement, Proceeds with Coronation
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State is set to proceed with the coronation of newly elevated traditional rulers in Ibadan despite indications that the affected high chiefs may not attend the ceremony. The event, scheduled to hold at Mapo Hall, will see the formal presentation of staff of office to prominent Ibadan chiefs recently elevated […]
Utomi Raises Concerns Over Electoral Integrity Ahead of 2027
The economist Pat Utomi has warned that Nigeria’s democracy may be under threat ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at a press conference in Victoria Island, Lagos, Utomi alleged that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) are taking steps that could sideline opposition parties. The event was […]
Tinubu Orders 5,000 Surveillance Cameras for Jos Amid Insecurity Concerns
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has directed the installation of 5,000 surveillance cameras in the city of Jos as part of efforts to tackle insecurity in the region. The directive was issued on Thursday, 2 April 2026, during the president’s visit to Plateau State, where he met community leaders and victims of recent attacks. Mr […]