Iran fires missiles at commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz, Axios reports
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards fired at least two missiles at commercial ships transiting through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday night, Axios reported, citing two U.S. officials. Two commercial ships suffered significant damage but had no casualties, the report said, citing Read more…
Oyo School Abduction: Tinubu Has’nt Called Makinde 50 Days After Kidnap — Obi
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has criticised President Bola Tinubu for allegedly failing to reach out to Oyo State governor Seyi Makinde more than 50 days after the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Ogbomoso, Read more…
Peter Obi asks Tinubu to resign or drop 2027 re-election bid over insecurity
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to either resign or abandon any plans to seek re-election in 2027, citing the worsening insecurity across the country. In a statement released on Monday, Obi expressed concern Read more…
FG Orders Probe of Meta, Google, X, AI Platforms Over Alleged Exploitation of Nigerian Media
President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, directed Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to investigate major global technology companies and Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms over allegations of anti-competitive practices and the exploitation of content belonging to Nigerian media organisations. The Read more…
Xenophobia: FG to evacuate more Nigerians
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to evacuating the fourth batch of Nigerians from South Africa, in the bid to ensure their safety and welfare. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, disclosed this on her verified social Read more…
Tony Elumelu to retire as UBA Chairman Aug 21, Emmanuel Nnorom named successor
United Bank for Africa (UBA) has announced the retirement of its Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, with effect from August 21, 2026, after completing the 12-year tenure limit for non-executive directors stipulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria. The bank also Read more…
Anambra repositions cooperative sector for loans, global grants, improved member welfare
From Ifeoma EjioforThe Anambra State Government has unveiled a comprehensive reform agenda aimed at strengthening cooperative societies across the state, positioning them to access government intervention funds, development financing, and international grants.The announcement was made during the 2026 International Cooperative Read more…
Charity home in Anambra solicits support to provide amenities for inmates
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Jesus Abandoned Charity Organization, Oraifite has called on public spirited individuals, church organizations, governments and corporate bodies to rally round the Home to enable it meet up with its core mandate of taking care of the vulnerable Read more…
Nnewi Solution Team advocates fairness, equity, justice
By Ijeoma John, Nnewi The Nnewi Solution Team has called on the leadership of the community to prioritise fairness, equity and justice for the betterment of their community. Speaking at the monthly meeting held on Sunday, July 5, the Convener, Read more…
Breaking News! Nnewi Solution Team: Nnewichi Quarter has quit the town’s union, Nzuko-ora Nnewi.
Ezeakukwu Emmanuel Nsoedo Drama ensued at the monthly meeting of Nzuko-Ora Nnewi of Sunday, July 5, 2026. It was during the solemn occasion of breaking of Kolanut that all hell broke loose. The process of sharing the Kolanut was going Read more…
Three sons of Iran’s slain leader Khamenei appear at funeral, not his successor
Three sons of slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei prayed beside his coffin and those of four other family members on Sunday, but Mojtaba, the son who succeeded him as Iran’s supreme leader, did not make an appearance. State TV Read more…
INEC deadline: NDC South East bloc warns of crisis over candidate imposition
The South East bloc of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) has cautioned the party’s national leadership against imposing candidates and delaying the release of outstanding primary election results, warning that such actions could fuel internal crises and weaken the opposition ahead Read more…
Peter Obi asks Tinubu to resign or drop 2027 re-election bid over insecurity
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to either resign or abandon any plans to seek re-election in 2027, citing the worsening insecurity across the country. In a statement released on Monday, Obi expressed concern Read more…
Nnewi Solution Team advocates fairness, equity, justice
By Ijeoma John, Nnewi The Nnewi Solution Team has called on the leadership of the community to prioritise fairness, equity and justice for the betterment of their community. Speaking at the monthly meeting held on Sunday, July 5, the Convener, Read more…
Breaking News! Nnewi Solution Team: Nnewichi Quarter has quit the town’s union, Nzuko-ora Nnewi.
Ezeakukwu Emmanuel Nsoedo Drama ensued at the monthly meeting of Nzuko-Ora Nnewi of Sunday, July 5, 2026. It was during the solemn occasion of breaking of Kolanut that all hell broke loose. The process of sharing the Kolanut was going Read more…
INEC deadline: NDC South East bloc warns of crisis over candidate imposition
The South East bloc of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) has cautioned the party’s national leadership against imposing candidates and delaying the release of outstanding primary election results, warning that such actions could fuel internal crises and weaken the opposition ahead Read more…
2026World Cup: African Fans support Mexico against the South Africa
By Ezeakukwu Emmanuel Nsoedo The xenophobic unofficial policy driven by some South African citizens against fellow African residents has resulted in African countries fans rooting for Mexico to win. Many of these fans who had made different caricatures on Facebook Read more…
BREAKING: Cristiano Ronaldo finally wins Saudi Pro League with Al-Nassr
Al Nassr captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has finally won the Saudi Pro League title. They were confirmed champions on Thursday, thanks to a 4-2 win over relegation battlers Damac. The title race had gone down to the final day after Al-Nassr Read more…
Ndi Anambra urged To Invest in Sports for All Round Development of School Children
.. As MoLS Oba hosts 2026 Interhouse Sports By Uzo Ugwunze Ndi Anambra especially from the Non governmental and private sectors have been urged to invest in Children’s Sports for all round development and empowerment. The call was made during Read more…
Marusya Ifeoma Madubuko: Those who see ballet dancers as unserious ignorant, close-minded
(Continued from yesterday) Marusya Ifeoma Madubuko is an American-Nigerian artist and professional ballet dancer whose craft and sterling stage presence have earned her an enviable reputation in the United States and, indeed, across the globe. In the concluding part of Read more…
Iran fires missiles at commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz, Axios reports
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards fired at least two missiles at commercial ships transiting through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday night, Axios reported, citing two U.S. officials. Two commercial ships suffered significant damage but had no casualties, the report said, citing Read more…
FG Orders Probe of Meta, Google, X, AI Platforms Over Alleged Exploitation of Nigerian Media
President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, directed Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to investigate major global technology companies and Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms over allegations of anti-competitive practices and the exploitation of content belonging to Nigerian media organisations. The Read more…
Tony Elumelu to retire as UBA Chairman Aug 21, Emmanuel Nnorom named successor
United Bank for Africa (UBA) has announced the retirement of its Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, with effect from August 21, 2026, after completing the 12-year tenure limit for non-executive directors stipulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria. The bank also Read more…
Anambra repositions cooperative sector for loans, global grants, improved member welfare
From Ifeoma EjioforThe Anambra State Government has unveiled a comprehensive reform agenda aimed at strengthening cooperative societies across the state, positioning them to access government intervention funds, development financing, and international grants.The announcement was made during the 2026 International Cooperative Read more…
2027: Aspirants laud Soludo’s option A4 for APGA primaries
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, aspirants to the various political positions under the platform of All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) in Anambra State have commended Governor Chukwuma Soludo for adopting the Option A4 system of voting in the party’s Read more…
Electoral Act Amendments: Reps raise campaign spending limits, make BVAS, electronic transmission compulsory
The House of Representatives has doubled or tripled campaign spending limits for candidates while approving strict provisions on voter accreditation, result transmission and sanctions for electoral officers. The House of Representatives has approved a significant increase in campaign spending limits for candidates Read more…
FAMILY OF LATE BISHOP CRIES OUT FOR HELP
By Don Peter Okoro Confusion and anxiety have gripped the ancient kingdom of Ozubulu Ekwusigo LGA of Anambra State over the Community’s refusal to bury one of their own in his own compound. The story of Bishop Emmanuel Nwadioramma the Read more…
PDP suspends guber candidate, Ezenwafor over alleged compromise during Anambra election
The Peoples Democratic Party, Anambra State chapter, has suspended its candidate in the just-concluded governorship election, Mr. Jude Ezenwafor. Ezenwafor was at the Light House, Awka, the seat of government of the state, congratulating the governor of the state, Prof. Read more…