The Federal Government has demanded urgent accountability from South Africa following the deaths of two Nigerians and a wave of anti-foreigner protests, warning that the incidents threaten diplomatic relations and the safety of its nationals. The government issued the strong position after inviting South Africa’s Acting High Commissioner to Nigeria, Lesoli Machele, to a meeting…
No fewer than 30 traditional rulers across the southern area of Kwara State have fled their palaces following a sustained wave of kidnappings, killings and violent attacks, Saturday PUNCH has learnt. Our correspondents gathered from two credible community leaders that the affected monarchs were seeking refuge in urban centres, including Ilorin, Osogbo, Offa, and Lagos….
Nigeria and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have renewed calls for African countries to take greater control of the continent’s vast mineral resources through local value addition, regional cooperation, strategic financing and ownership of mineral data to ensure that Africa derives greater economic benefits from its natural wealth. The call was made at the Ministerial…
Germany has introduced a new requirement compelling males aged between 17 and 45 to seek approval for extended stays abroad, as part of efforts to strengthen military readiness under its updated defence laws. The measure forms part of the Military Service Modernisation Act, which came into force on January 1, and is designed to bolster…
Fresh defections hit the House of Representatives on Thursday as five lawmakers dumped the All Progressives Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party for the Nigeria Democratic Congress and the African Democratic Congress amid growing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. Among the defectors was the son of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir…
AC Milan forward Rafael Leao is likely to join Chelsea and not Galatasaray before the summer transfer window closes next week. This was disclosed by respected Turkish journalist Yakup Çınar, who shared information regarding Galatasaray’s transfer agenda. Leao has been linked with Galatasaray, and the Portugal international is keen to leave the Serie A giants….
Spain said most migrants who entered its North African enclave of Ceuta during a massive border rush had begun returning voluntarily, after at least 57 people died during the crossing. The Spanish government’s representative in Ceuta said 57 bodies had been recovered on the Spanish side of the border, adding there could be more casualties…
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday dismissed a suit by the Peoples Democratic Party seeking to strip a Benue State House of Assembly member representing Okpokwu Constituency, Anthony Attah, of his seat following his defection to the All Progressives Congress. Justice Muhammed Garba Umar, in a judgment in suit FHC/ABJ/CS/2408/2025, held that although…
Iran launched multiple waves of missiles at Israel, escalating tensions and dismissing claims by Donald Trump of ongoing negotiations as “fake news.” The Israeli military said air raid sirens were triggered across parts of the country, including Tel Aviv, where interception blasts were heard. In northern Israel, falling debris from intercepted missiles damaged homes, though…
President Bola Tinubu has acknowledged the growing hardship caused by rising fuel prices, while urging Nigerians to remain hopeful, noting that the country is still better positioned compared to some others. The President spoke on Friday during his visit to Bayelsa State, where he inaugurated a number of projects. Addressing concerns over the economic…
