…disrupting traffic in the strategic Strait of Hormuz with its blockade and the US persisting with a counter-blockade of Iranian ports. Overnight Monday to Tuesday, unidentified projectiles struck two oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, Greek maritime risk management firm Marisks had said. Both vessels loaded two milli…

…The task force is to produce a report in April, intended to serve as the basis for New York’s AI-in-schools policy. The city’s public school technology policies are closely watched by the rest of the United States, as it is by far the largest school district in the country, with over 900,000 students in 2024–2025. AFP

…at home now. Me and my family are going to sleep at our church."In the footage, her sister and mother can be seen walking ahead of her as the family makes their way to find shelter for the night.Watch the groundnut seller speak out about the threats

…marketers expected to review their pump prices if the latest increase in depot costs persists. The latest mid-day depot price report for yesterday showed that petrol prices rose significantly across Lagos, Calabar, Port Harcourt and Warri. In Calabar, petrol prices reached N1,290/litre at Mainland and Soroman depots, u…

…coughing, sneezing and close association. “We are having challenges with the diagnosis because the sample is supposed to be collected in a special container so that we can send it for confirmation, but we do not have such containers,” he stated. The Commissioner, however, assured that the state government had stepped u…

…Brent and WTI rose by 0.54 per cent and 0.84 per cent, respectively, on a day-to-day basis. Recall that the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) said it had launched a wave of strikes against Iranian “air defence sites, radar systems, maritime assets and facilities, mine-laying capabilities, and communications sites…

…out by a tactical team attached to the Kofare Divisional Police Headquarters, with the assistance of members of the community.In a statement issued to journalists and signed by the command's spokesperson, SP Suleiman Nguroje, the police identified the suspects as Nura Aliyu, 20; Abubakar Adamu, 21; Abubakar Muhammed, 2…

…Bola Tinubu, describing the effort as a politically motivated attempt to create a crisis ahead of the 2027 elections. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, made the position known in a statement on Tuesday. 8. The Tanimu Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party…

…and the CEO, Vinai Venkatesham navigated the complexities of the transfer window, assisted by the new director of football operations, Rafi Moersen. IN: Sandro Tonali (Newcastle) – £92.5million + £7.5million in add-ons Mateus Fernandes (West Ham) – £85million Savio (Manchester City) – £75million + £10million in add-ons…

…Reacting to the victory, Elam expressed his delight with his players’ resilience, insisting that the result reflected the character of the Nigerian team. “I feel so great, and I’m happy to be a Nigerian. We never say die,” Elam said. The coach also attributed the turnaround to determination and faith, giving credit to…

…various state-level gender, protection and social-development frameworks. “However, a persistent challenge remains the translation of policy commitments into consistent institutional practice. Gender-responsive provisions may exist within laws, policies and strategic plans, yet their implementation is often constrained…

…– rather than debates over fuel subsidy – remains the key to ending Nigeria’s energy crisis. Speaking during an exclusive interview with our correspondent on Monday, Ndu condemned the persistent destruction of local modular setups tagged as illegal oil bunkering sites by security agencies, describing the ongoing policy…

…want to also use this opportunity to advise and caution all political stakeholders to desist from such comments,” he added. The development followed controversial remarks attributed to Buba, who reportedly threatened to flog residents who refused to support the All Progressives Congress in the 2027 election. Similarly,…

…ill-treatment. She also said communities had been left without water or humanitarian assistance, while Ukraine’s cultural heritage and language were being targeted. “Russia’s occupation and attempted illegal annexations are inflicting a terrible toll on the Ukrainians living in these territories,” MacIntosh said. “But…

…under Governor Dapo Abiodun must not be discarded due to political transition. They insisted that education remains “one of the most powerful instruments for reducing inequality” and must be prioritised by whoever succeeds the current government in 2027. The group, Yayi-Kudirat Students Campaign Organization, YAKSCO, m…

…to be exploited for illicit financial activities. The leader of the EFCC delegation, Assistant Commander Tope Erinnomo, disclosed this when the team visited the Secretary to the Niger State Government, Alhaji Abubakar Usman, in Minna on Tuesday. Erinnomo said the team would engage relevant state agencies to assess the…

…the massive amounts of electricity needed by the AI data centers, calling out a “crisis of power” in the AI buildout that was giving China the advantage. File: Elon Musk “There will be a significant power shortfall next year, not (the) distant future,” Musk said, adding that his company was building the required power…

…53 appearances for Newcastle across competitions, scoring 11 goals and providing six assists. 6. Pape Matar Sarr — Tottenham to Juventus, loan Juventus also completed the signing of Senegal midfielder Pape Matar Sarr from Tottenham on deadline day. The 23-year-old arrives after more than 100 Premier League appearances…

…of Blord and Tacha over their alleged failure to honour police invitations, DeeOne insisted that no citizen should be treated differently from others. Reacting to VeryDarkMan’s post about the police invitation, DeeOne accused Disu of shielding him from arrest. He said: “Fellow Nigerians, our current Inspector-General o…

…joined the Gunners from Ituano in 2019. He has netted 62 goals and provided 36 assists in 278 senior appearances for the club, winning one league title and one FA Cup. Transfer: Agbonlahor shocked by Arsenal’s decision to sell Martinelli

…Commanding the 6th Division of the Nigerian Army. We’ll also partner with every other sister agency who work with you — the Nigerian Air Force and the Nigerian Navy — to make sure that we succeed as a team,” the governor declared. Fubara urged the GOC to prioritise the protection of Rivers, noting the strategic importa…

…the government to interfere with or prejudge the case, but to provide humanitarian assistance to affected residents while the judicial process continued. “We have lost our farms. We have lost our crops. We have lost our livelihood. We have lost virtually every means of sustaining our families. We need urgent relief. We…

…partner and man”, saying he was dependable, caring and someone others could rely on. His sister said Philip was a careful and conscientious driver who spent his life prioritising the safety of his passengers and other road users. His partner described him as a “sweet, gentle, and caring man” and said they had been each…

…The media was created to set an agenda for the government, which we have been consistent in doing,” he said. On his part, the NMA Kaduna chairman, Dr Hassan Salihu, while receiving the vehicle on behalf of doctors and other healthcare professionals in the state, thanked the governor for the gesture. “On behalf of all d…

…that the police, who are supposed to protect citizens, were the ones taking lives and insisted that the suspected killer cop must be paraded to give the family and the public assurances that the suspect would not be shielded. Some of the writings on the placards included, ‘We are not safe anymore, Anthony Obodo was a f…