Politics

A gang of thieves carried out a dramatic seven-minute raid on the Louvre Museum in Paris on Sunday morning, stealing “priceless” crown jewels and other royal treasures in what French officials have described as one of the most audacious robberies in the museum’s history. French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez confirmed […]

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has appointed former Nigerian Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo (SAN), to head its Election Observation Mission for the forthcoming presidential election in Côte d’Ivoire. According to a statement released by ECOWAS, the election is scheduled to take place on October 25, 2025, […]

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, the Oba of Benin, on the ninth anniversary of his ascension to the throne, commending his unwavering commitment to peace, unity, and the promotion of cultural heritage. In a statement issued on Sunday, the […]

The Kwara State Government has distributed hospital equipment, laboratory tools, essential drugs, and other medical supplies to health facilities across the state, reaffirming its commitment to expanding access to quality healthcare for all residents. The intervention, carried out under the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (Project HOPE) initiative, […]

The Federal Government has reaffirmed that Mathematics remains a compulsory subject for all students sitting for the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), despite recent adjustments to admission requirements for Arts and Humanities programmes in tertiary institutions. This clarification was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the spokesperson of […]

European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has described as “not nice” the prospect of Russian President Vladimir Putin visiting Hungary, an EU member state, for talks on Ukraine. Her reaction came on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to meet Putin in Budapest to discuss potential peace […]

Residents of Afon community in Asa Local Government Area of Kwara State have commended the Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, for facilitating the construction of three boreholes in the area. The community said the water projects have provided reliable access to clean and safe drinking […]

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has intensified its campaign to promote patriotism and civic values among Nigerian children as its Director-General, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, hosted pupils from two Abuja schools at the Agency’s headquarters. The interactive session featured discussions on national values, respect for national symbols, and responsible citizenship. Issa-Onilu […]

The Kwara State Government has commenced an enforcement drive against facilities violating environmental regulations on noise pollution within the Ilorin metropolis. During the operation on Monday, six facilities were sealed for failing to comply with prescribed noise limits. Commissioner for Environment, Hajia Nafisat Musa Buge, said the exercise followed numerous […]

President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran labour activist and human rights campaigner, Comrade Abiodun Aremu, describing him as a steadfast defender of workers’ rights and social justice. Aremu, aged 65, reportedly died on Sunday evening, October 12, 2025, after being struck by a hit-and-run […]