Army Major, 10 Others Killed as Nigerian Troops Repel Attacks on Military Bases
An army major and at least 10 other people have been killed after Nigerian troops repelled coordinated attacks by suspected Islamist fighters on several military bases in the country’s north-east, the army has said. The attacks targeted Forward Operating Bases in Mayanti, Gajigana and Gajiram in Borno State between the night of 28 February and […]
Oroh Eyes Julius Ihonvere’s Seat, Says It Is Owan’s Turn
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Abdul Oroh, a former lawmaker, has shown his interest to contest the Owan Federal Constituency seat in Edo North Senatorial District on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Hon Oroh, from Ivbiaro, Owan East LGA, announced his bid at the NUJ secretariat in Benin, Edo State capital . He is […]
Blackout: Edo Governor Joins Protest, Threatens To Break BEDC’s Monopoly
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Edo governor, Monday Okpebholo, has threatened to break the monopolistic tendencies of the Benin Electricity Distribution Plc to ensure fair distribution of power to the residents of the state. He disclosed this when he made a stopover at the take off point of the protest of the “mass action against BEDC oppressions” […]
Just In: Football Star Abducted Along Benin Expressway, Kidnappers Demand ₦20M Ransom
Ihotu John Rebecca, a young Nigerian footballer with Pacesetter Queens FC in the NWFL Premiership, has been kidnapped along the Benin Expressway while returning home. Ihotu John Rebecca, a player in the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership, was abducted along the Benin Expressway. The footballer was reportedly seized by unknown gunmen while in transit. […]
Iran Appoints Interim Supreme Leader After Khamenei’s Death
Iran has appointed Ayatollah Alireza Arafi as its acting supreme leader, as the country begins a formal transition following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iranian officials say. Truthlive news recalled that Ayatollah Khamenei was killed in joint US–Israeli air strikes on Saturday, a claim that has been confirmed by Iran authorities. Ayatollah Arafi will […]
“Lucky soul”: Nigerian Cleric Hails Iran’s Supreme Leader After Death
A prominent Nigerian Islamic cleric has described Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as “a lucky soul” following reports of his death. Ahmad Gumi, a Kaduna-based Islamic scholar, made the remarks in a post shared on his verified Facebook page, reacting to news of the Iranian leader’s killing amid ongoing regional tensions. In his statement, […]
Food Security: Massive Road Construction Projects In Edo Central To Bring Succour, Revamp Economy-Akhabue
…As Commissioner Inspects Projects Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Edo State Commissioner of Works, Engr Felix Akhabue has said the massive ongoing road construction projects across the nooks and crannies of the Edo Central Senatorial district will bring succour and boost the economy of the inhabitants of the district. He said this while on a-two-day inspection of […]
Iran Threatens to Pull Out of 2026 World Cup After US-Israeli Airstrikes Kill Supreme Leader Khamenei
Iran has reportedly threatened to pull out of this summer’s World Cup after US and Israeli airstrikes killed the country’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The dramatic escalation follows a joint military operation on Saturday which targeted major Iranian cities, including the capital Tehran, following weeks of growing tension. The attack came shortly after Iran […]
Ex-VP Harris Condemns Trump’s Iran Strikes
Former Vice President Kamala Harris has come out swinging against President Donald Trump’s decision to launch military strikes on Iran, describing the act as reckless, unnecessary and a betrayal of the promises Trump made to the American people during his campaign. In a formal statement released on February 28, 2026, Harris was blunt in her […]
Iran Fires Missiles at US Naval Base in Bahrain, Strikes Empty Quarters
Iran reportedly launched a missile attack on the United States Navy’s Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain on Saturday, the United Arab Emirates’ defence ministry said. The ministry confirmed that several missiles were intercepted but did not provide details on any damage caused. According to Ahmed Alkhuzaie, a Bahrain-based political analyst, the attack struck an empty […]