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EU, UK hit Russia with joint sanctions over cyber attacks
3+ hour, 18+ min ago (430+ words) The European Union and Britain targeted Russia Monday with coordinated sanctions over cyber attacks in Europe, accusing Moscow’s FSB intelligence agency over involvement in digital strikes. The move comes as Western officials warn Russia has stepped up its “hybrid” campaign…...
Reps seek stronger reforms to tackle illegal mining, money laundering in extractive sector
7+ hour, 40+ min ago (736+ words) By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja ABUJA — The House of Representatives has intensified efforts to tackle illegal mining, insecurity and illicit financial flows in Nigeria’s extractive sector, warning that unchecked exploitation of mineral resources is depriving the country of huge revenues and…...
'We need more players' — new Liverpool boss Iraola
8+ hour, 14+ min ago (465+ words) New Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has admitted the Reds still need reinforcements in the transfer market, while promising supporters an “intense, aggressive and vertical” style of football as he begins life at Anfield. According to Reuters, Iraola said Liverpool are…...
APC youths seek end to 'Up NEPA', unveil N17.5m Energy Fellowship
7+ hour, 35+ min ago (418+ words) National Youth Leader of the APC, Dayo Israel, made the pledge on Monday in ABUJA at the opening ceremony of the Dr Mustapha Abdullahi Energy Leadership Fellowship MAELF. The seven-day residential fellowship is designed to develop young professionals in Nigeria’s…...
UK slams new visa requirements on 33 African countries [Full list]
11+ hour, 8+ min ago (241+ words) The United Kingdom has maintained its visa requirement for citizens of Nigeria and 32 other African countries, reaffirming that affected travelers must obtain entry clearance before travelling to or passing through the country. The confirmation follows an update to the UK’s…...
Xenophobic attacks: Senate declines calls for FG to take over MTN, DStv
6+ day, 9+ hour ago (1301+ words) By Henry Umoru, Abuja The Senate on Tuesday rejected calls to nationalise South African-owned businesses, including MTN and DStv, in retaliation for the ongoing xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, even as it strongly condemned the violence and urged the Federal Government…...
Black weekend: Family of nine, 18 others killed in Benue, Plateau
23+ hour, 5+ min ago (1120+ words) File: Gov Hyacinth Alia of Benue State By Peter Duru & Golok Nanmwa, MAKURDI/JOS It was a bloody weekend in Benue and Plateau states as suspected terrorists killed no fewer than 27 persons, including nine members of the same family and…...
Oriire Schoolchildren: How arrest of kidnappers’ family members led victims' rescue
23+ hour, 32+ min ago (790+ words) File: Oriire students and teachers rescued. FRESH details have emerged on the intelligence-led operation that culminated in the successful rescue of schoolchildren and teachers abducted from Ahoro-Esinle, Yawota and Alawusa communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, with…...
Abbas hails Shettima’s APC re-nomination
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (338+ words) Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has congratulated Vice President Kashim Shettima on his re-nomination as the APC vice-presidential candidate for 2027. In a statement on Sunday, Tajudeen described the re-nomination as recognition of Shettima’s competence, merit and unwavering…...
List of countries that don't need visa to enter Germany
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (192+ words) Germany will continue to grant visa-free access to citizens of 62 countries outside the European Union (EU) and Schengen Area for short visits in 2026, according to the German Federal Foreign Office. Under the policy, eligible travellers can enter Germany without a…...