By Ayomide Otitoju Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that Ukraine could assist in unblocking the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane Iran has effectively closed, threatening global fuel supplies and destabilizing energy markets. Speaking to journalists, Zelensky cited Ukraine’s experience in restoring access to the Black Sea after Russia’s blockade early in its…
By Ayomide Ototoju The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has extended Easter greetings to residents, urging them to embrace love, unity, and the spirit of sacrifice as they commemorate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Speaking to journalists at Lagos House, Marina, Governor Sanwo-Olu praised Christians for their devotion during the Lenten…
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has requested that General Randy George step down as chief of staff of the US Army, an official confirmed Thursday. The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, corroborated a report by CBS News that George was asked to take immediate retirement. The reason for the move has not been publicly…
By Ayomide Otitoju NASA on Thursday gave the four Artemis II astronauts the go-ahead to fire the engine of their Orion, sending them on the first crewed lunar flyby since 1972. NASA Flight Director Jeff Radigan confirmed that the 5-minute, 49-second engine burn is scheduled for 7:49 pm Eastern Time (2349 GMT) to propel Orion…
By Ayomide Otitoju Governor of Nasarawa State, Abdullahi Sule, has unveiled the 2026 Nasarawa Investment Summit, signalling the commencement of activities for the third edition of the biennial event scheduled to hold from April 26 to May 7. The announcement was made at the Nasarawa Investment House in Lafia, where the governor outlined the theme,…
Amazon is in discussions to acquire U.S. satellite telecommunications firm Globalstar, in a move aimed at strengthening its position against SpaceX’s Starlink network, according to a report by the Financial Times. Sources familiar with the negotiations said both companies are working through complex aspects of the potential deal, which has yet to be finalised and…
U.S. President Donald Trump has dismissed Attorney General Pam Bondi following months of strained relations, appointing his former personal lawyer, Todd Blanche, as acting head of the Justice Department. The decision, announced via social media, comes amid mounting criticism of Bondi’s handling of sensitive cases, including the release of files related to convicted sex offender…
By Ayomide Otitoju The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called for the immediate resignation or removal of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, accusing the Commission of partisanship and undermining Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Friday, ADC National Chairman, David Mark, said the party…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Tinubu has consoled residents and families affected by Sunday’s deadly attack in Jos, Plateau State, which left at least 28 people dead and 22 others injured, assuring that such an incident would not recur. Speaking during a visit to Jos on Thursday, the President met with government officials, traditional leaders,…
