The United States on Wednesday launched fresh military strikes on Iran’s Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying a conflict that has already cost Washington an estimated $37.5 billion and further raising tensions across the Middle East. The latest strike came after President Donald Trump declared that the United States was “not finished” with…
Wildfires continued to spread across parts of Italy, France and Spain on Thursday, forcing thousands of people to evacuate as scorching temperatures and strong winds fuelled the blazes. The fires have claimed the lives of three firefighters as southern Europe experiences another intense heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius in some areas. Scientists have…
South Korean technology giant Samsung has unveiled a new range of slimmer foldable smartphones, with higher price tags driven by rising artificial intelligence-related component costs. The new devices were launched on Wednesday in London as the company seeks to strengthen its leadership in the foldable smartphone market ahead of a possible entry by US rival…
Ayomide Otitoju The Vice Chancellor of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Professor Folasade Ogunsola, has praised Rite Foods Limited for promoting academic excellence through its Rite Foods National Academic Excellence Awards, describing the initiative as a strategic investment in Nigeria’s future and a recognition of outstanding student achievement. Professor Ogunsola made the remarks on Monday…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called for stronger collaboration among governments, the private sector and development institutions to bridge Africa’s development financing gap and accelerate sustainable economic growth. The governor made the call on Wednesday at the opening of the 2026 Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS), themed “Financing for Development: Building Resilience and Transforming Emerging…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd. has reported ₦4.335 trillion in revenue and ₦462 billion profit after tax for May 2026, highlighting strong operational performance across its energy value chain. According to the company’s Monthly Report Summary for May 2026, cumulative statutory payments from January to May 2026 stood at ₦4.858 trillion, while upstream pipeline availability reached 98 per cent during…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank Plc has provided food relief to more than 1,000 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State through its Fidelity Food Bank Initiative, as part of efforts to combat hunger and support vulnerable communities. The humanitarian outreach, carried out in partnership with the Plateau State Sustainable…
Manchester City forward Phil Foden has signed a four-year contract extension, providing a major boost to new manager Enzo Maresca ahead of the new season. The new deal, announced on Wednesday, secures the England international’s future at the club after a difficult campaign disrupted by injuries and inconsistent form. Foden’s previous contract was due to…
By Ayomide Otitoju Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared his support for the Rainbow Coalition, a political alliance comprising members of various political parties in the state and led by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Fubara made the declaration during the groundbreaking ceremony for the reconstruction and equipping of…
