Israel’s defence ministry announced on Thursday it had secured an $8.7 billion aid package from the United States to bolster its military efforts, including significant upgrades to its air defence systems. This development comes as Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas condemned the US for providing Israel with “deadly weapons” used in the ongoing conflict, during his…
By Ayomide Otitoju As Nigeria continues its quest for sustainable development, the spotlight turns to youth engagement in a major symposium this Saturday, marking the 60th birthday of Lagos State Deputy Governor, Kadri Obafemi Hamzat. Themed “Nigeria: Guiding the Youth on the Path of Self-Reliance,” the event will focus on empowering young Nigerians to contribute…
The Defence Headquarters has announced that troops of the Nigerian Armed Forces, alongside other security agencies, have neutralised 1,937 terrorists, arrested 2,782 suspects, and rescued 1,854 kidnapped hostages in the third quarter of 2024. During these operations, 65 high-ranking terrorist commanders were also eliminated. Addressing a press conference in Abuja on Thursday, Major General Edward…
Civil defence rescuers in Gaza reported that an Israeli airstrike on Thursday hit a school-turned-shelter in the Jabalia refugee camp, killing at least 15 people. The Israeli military stated that the strike targeted a Hamas command centre inside the school, but provided no details on casualties. Mahmud Bassal, spokesperson for the civil defence agency, confirmed…
Jill Biden, the wife of U.S. President Joe Biden, bid farewell to visiting First Ladies from across the globe, including Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, during the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Hosting the First Ladies at a farewell lunch, Biden described the gathering as deeply impactful, noting that it would be her…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams was federally charged Thursday with multiple crimes, including wire fraud, soliciting illegal foreign campaign donations, and conspiracy to commit bribery. The 57-page indictment, unsealed amid growing calls for Adams to resign, follows an extensive investigation into his campaign and ties to Turkish government officials. The grand jury indictment alleges…
Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, delivered an electrifying performance during a cocktail event celebrating the 75th anniversary of the United Bank for Africa (UBA). The celebration took place on the sidelines of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. The “Skelewu” hitmaker thrilled the audience with…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has praised ExxonMobil’s proposed $10 billion investment in Nigeria’s deep-water oil sector, calling it a strong endorsement of the Tinubu administration’s economic reforms and pro-investment policies. The announcement comes alongside plans by global maritime leader DP World to develop a multibillion-dollar port project in the country. The Vice President made these…
Benin prosecutors announced on Wednesday the arrest of three prominent figures, including a presidential guard commander, in connection with an alleged plot to stage a coup d’état in the West African nation. The arrested individuals include former sports minister Oswald Homeky and businessman Olivier Boko, who is closely associated with President Patrice Talon. Elonm Mario…
