First Lady Demands Justice for Ozoro Sexual Assault Victims

Nigeria’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu, has condemned the physical and sexual assault of women and girls during the Alue-Do Festival in Ozoro, Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State, calling for all perpetrators to face the full weight of the law. In a personally signed statement on Sunday, Mrs Tinubu described footage of the […]

ADC Criticises Tinubu’s £746m UK Deal as Debt Trap

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised a £746 million agreement signed by President Bola Tinubu during his recent state visit to the United Kingdom, calling it “another debt trap” for Nigeria. In a statement issued on Sunday, ADC National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi described the deal as a “mugu deal,” a local term meaning […]

UAE Orders Closure of Iran-Linked Hospital in Dubai

The United Arab Emirates has ordered the closure of a hospital in Dubai linked to the Iranian government, as tensions escalate between the two countries. Truthlive news learnt that Staff at the facility told AFP news agency that they had been instructed to leave following the decision, which comes amid a wider deterioration in relations […]

Elumelu Foundation Announces $16m Support for African Businesses

The Tony Elumelu Foundation says it will provide more than 16 million US dollars in funding to support 3,200 young entrepreneurs across Africa in 2026. The Tony Elumelu Foundation says it will provide more than 16 million US dollars in funding to support 3,200 young entrepreneurs across Africa in 2026. She said selected participants would […]

Tinubu Praises Elumelu for Supporting African Entrepreneurs

Nigeria’s president, Bola Tinubu, has praised businessman and philanthropist Tony Elumelu for his role in supporting young entrepreneurs across Africa. In a statement issued by his special adviser on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, released ahead of Mr Elumelu’s birthday on 22 March, the president commended the impact of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, which he […]

Presidency Clarifies Scope of UK Migration Agreement Amid Misinformation

The Nigerian Presidency has clarified that the newly signed migration agreement with the United Kingdom does not include foreign deportees, amid reports of widespread misinformation. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, in a statement on Friday, said the deal strictly concerns Nigerian citizens residing illegally in the UK. “For […]

Eid al-Fitr: ADC Urges Nigerians to Embrace Faith, Resilience

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on Nigerians to draw strength from faith, sacrifice and resilience as Muslims mark the Eid al-Fitr celebrations. In a goodwill message, signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the values observed during the holy month of Ramadan should inspire unity, compassion and a renewed […]

FIFA Introduces New Rules to Boost Number of Female Coaches

FIFA has introduced new regulations requiring teams in women’s competitions to include more female coaches, in a move aimed at improving gender representation in football. Under the new rules, each team must appoint at least one female head coach or assistant coach. In addition, teams are required to have a minimum of two female staff […]

US, Israel ‘Strike Iranian Cargo Vessels’ in Gulf Ports, Reports Say

The United States and Israel have carried out air strikes on Iranian cargo vessels in port towns along the Gulf, according to Iranian media reports. A local official in Hormozgan Province said at least 16 cargo ships were destroyed in the attacks on Friday. The vessels were said to belong to residents of the coastal […]

Maiduguri Bombings: Governors Call for Arrest of Attackers

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has condemned the recent bombings in Maiduguri, calling on security agencies to urgently track down and prosecute those responsible. In a statement issued on Thursday, the forum’s chairman, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, said the attacks, which left several people dead and others injured, were deeply troubling and demanded a stronger security response. […]