By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Tinubu has renewed his directive to security chiefs to restore peace and stability in Benue State following the latest deadly attacks in Yelwata that left dozens dead. In a statement issued on Sunday, presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga said the President gave the order in response to fresh reprisal killings in…
By Ayomide Otitoju Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia on Sunday confirmed the deaths of 59 people in Yelwata following an attack by suspected herdsmen from neighbouring Nasarawa State. Speaking at a press briefing at the Government House in Makurdi, Alia said the casualty figure was determined through physical headcounts carried out by security agencies in…
By Ayomide Otitoju U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that the United States could potentially become involved in the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, while also revealing that Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed readiness to mediate. Speaking in an off-camera interview with ABC News’ Rachel Scott on Sunday, Trump said, “It’s possible we…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fresh off their first-ever UEFA Champions League title, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have landed in the United States with their sights firmly set on conquering the expanded FIFA Club World Cup. The French champions, who defeated Inter Milan 5–0 in Munich two weeks ago to end decades of European frustration, are approaching the…
By Ayomide Otitoju Indian authorities on Sunday confirmed the recovery of the second black box from the Air India Boeing 787 that crashed in Ahmedabad, killing at least 279 people, including 38 on the ground. The cockpit voice recorder (CVR) was located two days after the crash, senior government official PK Mishra announced. The flight…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Israeli military on Sunday lifted a nationwide directive for citizens to remain in shelters following a fresh wave of Iranian missile strikes, as the conflict between the two nations entered its third day. “Following the situational assessment, the Home Front Command published that it is now permitted to leave protected spaces…
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday issued a stern warning to Iran, vowing overwhelming military retaliation should the Islamic Republic launch any attack on the United States. Writing on his Truth Social platform, Trump stated, “If we are attacked in any way, shape, or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the U.S….
By Ayomide Otitoju Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has condemned the recent attack in Yelwata, Benue State, which reportedly left over 100 people feared dead. In a statement posted on his official X account on Saturday night, Atiku described the killings as part of a…
By Ayomide Otitoju Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a nationwide initiative to distribute petrol and diesel at no cost to marketers, dealers, and large-scale users, beginning August 15, 2025. In a statement released on Sunday, the Lagos-based facility said the program is part of its broader strategy to ease logistics costs, enhance energy access, and…
