…its ability to operate against us," Rubio said in a video address posted on social media. "The United States and the American people are not subject to the jurisdiction of this fake ICC." Rubio said concerns about the court crossed party lines but argued that President Donald Trump was willing to take stronger action."…

The Bayelsa State Government has imposed an immediate 24-hour curfew on Biseni community in Yenagoa Local Government Area following a protest during which several buildings belonging to traditional chiefs were reportedly set ablaze.Governor Douye Diri announced the restriction on Friday, October 9, through a statement…

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has rejected Elon Musk's call for Quebec, Alberta and Saskatchewan to separate from Canada, saying the country's future is for Canadians to determine."The future of Canada will be decided by Canadians and the priorities of Canadians, the priorities of the people of Quebec," Carney sa…

…operations were conducted on Thursday, according to a statement issued on Friday by the Media Information Officer of Operation Fansan Yamma, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja. Danja said troops of Sector 1, acting on credible intelligence, arrested a suspect, Yusuf Adamu, at Kuyello in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area o…

…on a farm within the institute’s premises. “Upon receiving the report, the command immediately commenced intensive efforts to secure the safe rescue of the victims and apprehend the perpetrators.” BREAKING: Gunmen invade Cocoa Research Institute Ibadan, abduct three staff

…National Electoral Commission (hereinafter referred to as the Commission) to take immediate steps to enforce by giving effect to the judgment of the Supreme Court (attached herewith for ease of reference) delivered on 24 September 2026 in INEC v Zenith Labour Party (Suit No. SC/CV/495/2026), regarding compliance with t…

…statement released, the command stated that it launched intensive operational efforts immediately after receiving the report, with a view to securing the victims' release and bringing those responsible to justice. The Command disclosed that a manhunt had been launched for the kidnappers, adding that security operatives…

Nollywood actor Charles Inojie has shared his opinion on marriage and the rising rate of divorce. While speaking during a show recently, the actor explained that the main reason divorce is becoming increasingly common now is because many humans have abandoned God's original design for marriage. According to him, God al…

Peller has slammed those urging him to conduct a DNA test when his wife Jarvis gives birth to ensure the child is his. The TikToker warned that he would one day use someone as a scapegoat for the statement they make about his wife. He said the naysayers have been at it since he and Jarvis met on TikTok. He said they wa…

…your children can speak without fear,” he said. He also appealed to the public and the media to handle reports involving mental health tragedies responsibly, warning against turning personal suffering into online content or publishing graphic details of suicide. “When tragedy happens, don’t turn it to content; putting…

…rushed to the Federal University of Health Sciences Teaching Hospital in Otukpo for immediate medical attention,” the source added. The source said the victims had been buried, while surviving residents had fled their ancestral homes and taken refuge in neighbouring communities. “As we speak, the residents have fled th…

Foreign-owned businesses have been looted and cars burnt as Soweto residents insist foreigners must leave their country and citizens must be propritised. Residents, led by a group called Soweto Uprising 2026, stormed a foreign-owned spaza shop in Soweto during protests against illegal foreign nationals on Thursday nigh…

…a Nigerian man reunited with his parents after 12 years apart has gone viral on social media. The young man had been away from his family home for over a decade before making his long-awaited return. Seeking to document the milestone, he recorded the exact moment his parents realized he was back. Upon seeing their son,…

…then asked again a week later, differently.Mom started asking about Daniel almost immediately, too."Tell me everything," she said one afternoon, curling her legs beneath her on my couch. "How serious is it? I know the wedding is coming up so fast.""We've only been together a few months, Mom."It struck me as odd how qui…

…Adewale Tejuoso, during a Christian worship event has sparked mixed reactions on social media, with some Nigerians criticising the gesture as disrespectful to Yoruba tradition and others defending his right to practise his faith. The monarch was seen in a video circulating online at an event tagged King’s Day of Praise…

Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe, has asked Nigerians to help find an elderly man who allegedly stole phones and personal belongings of guests at the burial and service of songs held in honour of Nollywood actor Cjay Nwoks at Redeemed Christian Church of God in Gbagada, Lagos, last week. Uzor shared CCTV footage showing the…

…Nigerians, warning that stigma, limited access to care and the harmful effects of social media remain major concerns for youth wellbeing. Anaba made the call on Friday at the 4th Vanguard Mental Health Summit in Lagos, themed “Advancing Youth Mental Health in Nigeria,” where he urged stakeholders to move beyond awarene…

…of the state. Oke-Osanyintolu said the Alpha Eagle Response Team of the agency was immediately dispatched to the scene after receiving a distress call.

A train and a Honda car collided this morning, October 9, in Lagos State. The collision took place at the PWD railway crossing, along Agege Motor Road, Ikeja. This was disclosed on X by LASTMA. A video of the collision shows the mangled remains of the Honda car as locals gathered around it and tried to push it away fro…

…as possible," regional governor Vadym Filashkin said on the Telegram app. There was no immediate comment from Moscow on the attack. Russia denies targeting civilians, though it has regularly pounded ​Ukrainian cities, towns and other targets during its full-scale invasion that began in ​February 2022.

…following information and reports about the alleged attacks circulated on social media. The suspect allegedly used a machete to attack and rob women in different parts of the city. Yakub Abdullah is alleged to have received some of the items reportedly stolen during the attacks. "The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has…

…who spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorised to speak to the media, confirmed the five d3aths and said the number of deaths recorded at the health facility was increasing. Earlier in August, the lawmaker representing Rano Constituency in the Kano State House of Assembly, Ibrahim Muhammad, raised co…

…on governments, development partners, the private sector, health workers, teachers, the media and Nigerians to support efforts to improve eye health. She urged governments to provide dedicated budgetary allocations for eye health and encouraged Nigerians to undergo regular eye examinations and take steps to protect the…

…the tool could help assess the seriousness of the situation and advise her to seek immediate medical care when necessary. Not every pregnant woman has a health worker readily available at home, but many have access to a mobile phone. Through this partnership, we are also making provisions to ensure that mothers who do…

…and other public institutions. Yilwatda, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Information, Abimbola Tooki, on Thursday, described digital infrastructure as critical to Nigeria’s economic transformation, saying the country’s ambitions in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, digital inclusion and a tec…