Iran moved to name a successor to its slain supreme leader on Sunday, as the US-backed Israeli strikes that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei nine days ago continued to devastate Tehran and spread across the Middle East. Fuel depots in Tehran were hit in overnight airstrikes, igniting fires that blanketed the city in thick smoke. Officials…
US President Donald Trump on Saturday attended the return of the first six American soldiers killed during the escalating conflict with Iran. The remains were received at Dover Air Force Base the United States and Israel launched a broad military campaign against Iran. Meanwhile, tensions in the region intensified. Iran’s military on Saturday called on…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has described the resolution of the long-standing dispute over Oil Prospecting Licence (OPL) 245 as a “major milestone” that will unlock the development of the Zabazaba–Etan deepwater project. In a statement on Saturday, Group Chief Executive Officer Bayo Ojulari said advancing the project could increase…
By Ayomide Otitoju Pope Leo XIV on Sunday appealed for an end to the “roar of bombs” in the Middle East, as the conflict sparked by US-Israeli air strikes on Iran entered its ninth day. Speaking at the conclusion of the Angelus prayer, the US-born pontiff expressed deep concern over the escalating violence. “Added to…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged Saturday to continue military operations against Iran, declaring that Israel has a “systematic plan to eradicate the Iranian regime.” His comments came as Tehran insisted it would not surrender, even amid mounting attacks across the region. In a televised address, Netanyahu said Israel would pursue the conflict “with all…
By Ayomide Otitoju Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Saturday in Anambra State, reiterating that the 2027 general elections will be a contest between Nigerians and poor leadership. Addressing party members, Obi urged citizens to participate in the ADC’s ongoing online…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has described Lagos as a “living testament to African possibility,” highlighting its emergence as one of the continent’s most economically consequential urban centres. Speaking at the closing ceremony of Africa Week 2026, organised by King’s College London at the African Leadership Centre in the United…
By Ayomide Otitoju Polaris Bank has joined the global observance of International Women’s Day 2026, reaffirming its commitment to promoting gender equality, empowering women, and supporting initiatives that drive inclusive growth across society. International Women’s Day, celebrated annually on March 8, recognizes women’s achievements across sectors while emphasizing the need to accelerate progress toward gender…
By Ayomide Otitoju Rite Foods Limited, a leading Nigerian food and beverage company, has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s empowerment, equity, and inclusive growth as it joins the global observance of International Women’s Day 2026 under the theme “Give to Gain.” The company emphasized that empowering women is not only a corporate social responsibility but…
