Russia is allegedly holding nearly 1,800 people as political prisoners, 16 European countries informed the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) on Thursday. In a statement on human rights in Russia and on the 2nd commemoration of Alexei Navalny’s death, the group condemned “continued repression” in Russia and called for the release of ...
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Albanese, a supporter of Palestinian rights, has faced US sanctions since July over her criticism of Israel....
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The IMF on Wednesday called on the United States to work with trading partners and find ways to mutually ease trade curbs, as it issued … Continue reading IMF Urges US To Work With Partners To Ease Trade Restrictions The post IMF Urges US To Work With Partners To Ease Trade Restrictions appeared first on Channels Television ....
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The Nigerian Senate queries contractor payment delays, urging the Federal Government to revert to a system where MDAs pay contractors directly. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-queries-contractors-payment-delays-seeks-system-change/...
Read Full Story →The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed January 16, 2027, as the new date for the presidential and national assembly elections. The commission also fixed February 6, 2027, as the date for governorship and state houses of assembly election. Mohammed Haruna, national commissioner and chairman, information and voter education committee, a...
Read Full Story →The Police Command in Cross River has confirmed an attack on St. Mary’s Catholic Church at Katchuan Iruan in Boki Local Government Area of Cros River. The post Police confirm attack on Catholic Church in Cross River appeared first on Vanguard News ....
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The authority says a structural audit will determine the extent of damage at the affected terminal of Lagos airport, as officials confirm no casualties were recorded in the fire incident. The post MMIA fire: FAAN board orders structural audit, says no casualties recorded appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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The rising cost of living continues to strain African economies, wage structures, and household budgets, even as the continent maintains relatively resilient economic growth. While several governments have increased minimum The post FULL LIST: Top 10 African countries where workers earn highest salaries appeared first on The Nation Newspaper ....
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The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has urged the National Assembly to provide robust support for the Federal Ministry of Education’s 2026 budget, highlighting the urgent need to address critical teacher shortages and persistent infrastructure deficits across the nation’s schools. Alausa made the appeal during his appearance before the Senate and Ho...
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A fresh war of words has erupted between the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) following a strongly worded press statement by the APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, regarding a reported shooting incident in Edo State. Responding on Thursday, ADC spokesperson Bolaji Abdullahi criticised the tone and langua...
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Lagos State announces total closure of the Epe-bound Lekki-Epe Expressway for repairs. Find details on traffic diversions, alternative routes, and schedule Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-shuts-lekki-epe-expressway-for-repairs/...
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At the occasion, the First Lady emphasised the importance of national unity and social cohesion. The post Remi Tinubu Conferred With Utukpa-Oritse Of Warri Kingdom Title appeared first on Channels Television ....
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Italian football agent, George Gardi has explained why Ademola Lookman didn’t join Victor Osimhen at Galatasaray. Recall that Galatasaray were keen to sign Lookman from Atalanta in the last two transfer windows. Osimhen even revealed that he was talking to his fellow Nigerian international teammate to join him at Galatasaray. However, Lookman ended up joinin...
Read Full Story →Helen Folasade Adu, the Nigerian-born British singer popularly known as Sade Adu, has secured a spot on the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees list, marking her second nomination. The 67-year-old Grammy winner, known for her timeless contralto voice and hits like ‘Smooth Operator’ and ‘The Sweetest Taboo,’ is among a diverse class […] The post FULL LI...
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The post 2027: INEC moves presidential election to January appeared first on Kemi Filani News . The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has changed the schedule for next year’s general election. INEC have decided to move the Presidential and National Assembly polls forward to January 16, 2027. In a statement released Thursday night in Abuja...
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Administrators say agents 'made misrepresentations', claimed missing person search to detain woman at school building....
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Political tension is rising within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Taraba State as the 16-member State Caretaker Committee has directed members of the dissolved State Working Committee (SWC) to vacate the party’s state secretariat or face legal action. In a statement made available to journalists on Thursday evening, the Caretaker Committee, chaired by...
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Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has disclosed that France legend Zinedine Zidane was his hero growing up. Speaking in an interview with DAZN, the Brazilian reflected on his early football education, admitting that watching elite players on television shaped his ambitions long before he became one of Europe’s most accomplished midfielders. “When you’re ...
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The Osun State Police Command has rescued 15 young persons from a suspected human trafficking syndicate during an intelligence-led operation in Osogbo, the state capital. The victims, allegedly lured with false promises of employment and better living opportunities abroad, were reportedly transported into Nigeria from Togo, Benin Republic, and Niger before b...
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The post Lagos govt closes down Lekki–Epe Expressway for repairs appeared first on Kemi Filani News . The Lagos State Government has confirmed that there will be a total closure of the Epe-bound carriageway of the Lekki–Ajah Expressway from Admiralty Way Junction to Jubilee Bridge, Ajah. This is part of ongoing rehabilitation works on the corridor. The ...
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