…the concerns of its people.” Akume said the government was also sustaining dialogue and conflict prevention through the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC), describing collaboration with religious institutions as indispensable to advancing the national interest. He said, “Many of the challenges confronting our nati…

…on Instagram!Violence in CuliacanCuliacan has been at the centre of sustained, brutal conflict between rival criminal factions fighting for territorial control. The city has recorded a string of high-profile incidents as organised crime groups entrench themselves deeper into the region.Second Influencer Killed on TikTo…

…Molad. “The Israeli right-wing has always tried to postpone a scenario in which this conflict becomes an international conflict. Obviously, the IDF’s behaviour will be different once you have soldiers from Kosovo, from Indonesia” and other countries, Elovits said, referring to Israel’s military. However, Israel has no…

…Nations Secretary-General to study the physical and societal consequences of nuclear conflict.Sa'id, a physics professor born in Wangara, Kano State, received the appointment under UN General Assembly Resolution 79/238. Prof Sa'id joins UN panel on nuclear war's impacts. Photo >As reported by Premium Times, the news of…

…disruption caused by changes in the department’s leadership, and multiple crises and conflicts to manage, it would have been easy for the FCDO this year to leave any discussion of long-term goals for another day. But instead, we have done the opposite. “From economic security and illegal migration to hybrid threats and…

…protection over the people during the three-year war. They recounted that during the conflict, two Biafran Army units, one stationed in Anyama and another advancing from Yenagoa by river, mistakenly engaged each other in a fierce gun battle after each side believed it was confronting federal troops, adding that the gun…

…stop eating beef, and it is not even sold in our markets because we wanted to avoid any conflict. Even when our farmlands are destroyed by grazing cattle, our people have continued to exercise restraint. “We cannot understand why innocent people should be killed without any provocation. It is a sad and painful developm…

…by the NDC. According to Justice Umar, contrary to the position of the NDC, there is no conflict between section 138 of the electoral law and the provisions of the 1999 Constitution, as amended. He held that both legislations are complementary as they relate to issues of qualification for elective offices. The court he…

…growth strain fragile systems. Security reform needs constitutional safeguards and conflict prevention; skills policy must reflect labour-market demand; and cities must prepare for pressure on housing, transport, and public safety. Ultimately, public trust is the decisive test. Citizens accept state authority, obey law…

…advantage. “This is the race we must welcome, a race that proclaims growth over conflict; a race in which the prize is employment, prosperity and human dignity; a race for the future,” he said. The Vice President noted that the Bola Tinubu administration has created a stronger foundation for states to pursue developmen…

…six communities in Ogun East Senatorial District. The ICPC further accused him of making conflicting statements about his relationship with Haines and Baines Limited, alleging that he claimed in a 2016 affidavit to be a director of the company but later told investigators in 2017 that he was neither a shareholder nor a…

…action since World War II and could have jeopardised efforts to end the months-long conflict. The conflicting statements from Washington and Tehran underscore the uncertainty surrounding diplomatic efforts, with both sides continuing to send mixed signals even as regional mediation over the Strait of Hormuz gathers pac…

…urged Peter to reunite with his family, insisting that social media would not solve the conflict. He praised both Peter and his twin brother Paul Okoye for their musical talents and encouraged them to focus on rebuilding their relationship. “Bro, I’m here to tell you, go back and reconcile with your family members. Sto…

…crucial for Ukraine, which depends on US arms deliveries and intelligence-sharing in the conflict against Russia. Relations between Zelensky and his US counterpart Donald Trump have been strained and, at times, stormy. But the billionaire Republican former real estate mogul has recently been more encouraging towards th…

…US-traded oil was 4.6% lower at $80.74 (£59.85). Energy prices have fluctuated since the conflict started on 28 February as traders reacted to disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Around 20% of the world’s crude oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) usually flows through the strait. Iran’s semi-official…

…(US) has spread rapidly online.The US and Israel have been engaged in a major military conflict with Iran since late February 2026, characterised by coordinated airstrikes, regional missile exchanges, and shifting diplomatic efforts.Marco Rubio is at the centre of a viral claim alleging the US would deny visas to peopl…

…severe in insurgency-hit Borno State, where hundreds of PHCs destroyed during the conflict have yet to be reconstructed. The findings further showed that poor infrastructure, inadequate manpower, insecurity, insufficient funding and poor maintenance continue to hamper efforts to revitalise the country’s primary healthc…

…Bulgaria, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom, all assuring they will not be a part of any conflict against Iran. US must honour MoU it signed – Iran President

…to the statement, the latest deployment reflects Nigeria's strategic role in conflict prevention, peacebuilding and post-conflict stabilisation across Africa through the professionalism and resilience of its peacekeepers.The ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau was established to support security secto…

…in a prolonged political crisis that divided the state's political landscape.The conflict saw lawmakers loyal to Wike initiate impeachment proceedings against Fubara before both camps later reached a truce. As part of the reconciliation, Fubara withdrew from the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary afte…

…to depart on short notice, warning of flight disruptions and security risks as the conflict appeared to be escalating. Trump had earlier threatened Iran with additional attacks, saying Friday that the U.S. will be "hitting them very hard," while Iran vowed to "punish" the U.S. as both nations traded heavy strikes. "Ame…

…has proposed an autonomy plan under its sovereignty as the basis for resolving the conflict, arguing that it offers a realistic political solution while preserving the kingdom’s territorial integrity. The United Nations continues to support a negotiated political solution acceptable to all parties and maintains a peace…

…and adherence to due process. It also reignited debate over the implications of conflicting court decisions, particularly in politically sensitive matters where such rulings could alter the nation’s democratic landscape. The courtroom is often described as the last hope of the common man. Yet, there are occasions when…

…of men who had little reason to trust government promises after years of neglect and conflicts. We began our journey from Port Harcourt, Rivers State, with the intention of visiting Tom Ateke at his camp. While waiting at a designated location for Ateke to arrive and transport us to his camp with his boats, we decided…

…of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab. The UN demands a ceasefire in the Gulf, warning that the conflict is driving global instability, disrupting trade, straining supply chains, increasing food and energy prices, and the risk of hunger and poverty. UN alarmed by increasing death toll in Middle East