Nigerian Army Reopens Imo–Anambra Road Closed for Three Years Over Militancy
The Nigerian Army has reopened the Lilu–Eketutu Road, which links Imo and Anambra states, after being closed for over three years due to attacks by the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN). Troops from the 34 Artillery Brigade, working alongside the Nigerian Navy, Air Force, Police, […]
Century Later, France Returns Sacred Talking Drum to Côte d’Ivoire
France has formally returned the Djidji Ayôkwé a sacred talking drum seized from Côte d’Ivoire during the colonial era to its people on Friday, March 13, 2026, in a landmark act of cultural restitution. The massive carved wooden drum, once used by the Atchan people of the Abidjan region to communicate between villages, was looted […]
CBN Releases New Age Limit, Guidelines On BVN Operation
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued an addendum to its Revised Regulatory Framework for Bank Verification Number (BVN) operations, introducing sweeping new measures designed to strengthen financial system stability and combat fraud across the banking industry. The circular, dated March 12, 2026, was signed by Musa I. Jimoh, Director of the Payments System […]
South African Army Chief Calls for Stronger Military Ties with Nigeria
The head of the South African Army has called for stronger military cooperation between Nigeria and South Africa, saying closer collaboration is needed to address growing security challenges across Africa. Speaking during an official visit to Abuja, South African Army Chief Lawrence Mbatha said both countries, regarded as influential powers on the continent, had a […]
Umahi vs Ohiri: Are We Ever Going to Learn? – By Elempe Dele
We seem not ever learn from our recent history as a people; from one issue to another to another to another…the possibility of brakes for reflection is totally absent. The mob(the active crowd) went for Naira Marley’s life when he was accused wrongly for killing Mohbad even when he was far away in the Netherlands. […]
Russia Sends Medical Aid to Iran as Regional Tensions Rise
Russia has announced plans to send 13 tonnes of medical supplies to Iran as tensions continue to escalate in the Middle East, according to a report by AzerNEWS. The aid shipment will be delivered through Azerbaijan and handed over to Iranian authorities for distribution to civilians affected by the ongoing crisis. According to EMERCOM, the […]
Global Oil Prices Surge After Gulf Attacks, Fuel Price Hike Feared in Nigeria
Global oil prices have climbed to about $100 per barrel following attacks on oil tankers in the Gulf region, raising concerns about energy supply and the wider economic impact. The price of Brent Crude, the international oil benchmark, rose by about 8% to reach $100 per barrel on Thursday. Meanwhile, West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the […]
Kenya Authorities Arrest Chinese Man Over Queen Ant Smuggling Attempt
A Chinese national has been arrested in Kenya after authorities discovered more than 2,000 live queen ants hidden in his luggage at Nairobi’s main international airport. The suspect, identified as Zhang Kequn, was stopped by security officers at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi while preparing to board a flight to China, BBC report. Prosecutors […]
Iran Declares Readiness for Long War Following Attacks on Ships
Iran has warned it is prepared for a long war of attrition that could “destroy” the world economy, following attacks on two commercial ships and threats against vessels from the United States and its allies. The warning came as tensions escalated in the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway through which about 20% of the […]
Tinubu Appoints Lamido Yuguda as CBN Deputy Governor
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has appointed Lamido Yuguda as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). In a statement on Wednesday, presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga said the appointment was made in line with Section 8(1) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007. Yuguda’s nomination follows the recent appointment of the former CBN […]