Iran Unveils Alternative Routes in Strait of Hormuz Amid Ceasefire
Iran has announced alternative routes for vessels travelling through the Strait of Hormuz, citing concerns over sea mines in the main shipping channel. In a statement reported by local media on Thursday, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said: “All ships intending to transit the Strait of Hormuz are hereby notified that, in order to comply […]
Tears As 500-Level Covenant Varsity Student Slumps, Dies On Campus
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting It was a sad day for the students of Covenant University, Ota Ogun State as a 500-level student of the institution, Jesutunmise Emmanuel, died while playing football. Jesutunmise, a Building Technology student, died in the school clinic after he was rushed from the football field when he developed a breathing problem. The […]
Family Demands Justice as 12-Year-Old Dies Over Alleged Bullying at FGC Ikot Ekpene
Tension has gripped Federal Government College, Ikot Ekpene, in Akwa Ibom State following the death of 12-year old student Ufokobong Edwin Godwin, who allegedly died from injuries sustained after a senior student attacked him for refusing to share his food provisions.
US Slams FG’s Security Failure, Orders Non-Emergency Staff to Flee Abuja as 23 States Become ‘No-Go’ Zones
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja will remain open but will have limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Nigeria, while the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos will continue to provide routine and emergency services.
World Bank Raises Alarm Over Nigeria’s Child Development Crisis, Cites Long-Term Economic Threat
The Case for Early Childhood Development,” which notes that early childhood, particularly from pregnancy to age five is critical, and that investments during this period generate lasting benefits including better education outcomes, higher earnings, lower health costs, and stronger social cohesion.
ECOWAS Opens 2026 Recruitment Exercise, Invites Applications from Member States
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has commenced its 2026 recruitment exercise, throwing open applications for dozens of positions across its key institutions to qualified citizens of member states, including Nigeria.
Commercial Vessels Resumes Transit Through Strait of Hormuz After Iran-US Ceasefire Deal
Maritime monitors said at least two ships were among the first to pass through the strategic waterway after Iran agreed to reopen it as part of the truce.
Trump Warns of Looming War Escalation If Iran Peace Process Fails
Trump announced he had agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, provided Tehran agreed to a complete and immediate opening of the Strait of Hormuz, while negotiations mediated by Pakistan continue.
FG Alerts 10 States to Imminent Flooding Risk
The Federal Government has warned that parts of 10 states across Nigeria may experience heavy rainfall that could trigger flooding between April 8 and April 12, 2026. The alert was issued by the National Flood Early Warning Centre under the Federal Ministry of Environment in a flood prediction notice dated April 8, 2026, and signed […]
Bauchi APC Divided Over Governor’s Defection Plan
The Bauchi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is deeply divided over moves to admit Governor Bala Mohammed into the party, exposing internal cracks amid shifting political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. The rift became evident during a caucus meeting held in Abuja on Wednesday, where party leaders expressed differing views […]