Nigeria News Eid: Minister Doro urges Nigerians to support vulnerable beyond Ramadan March 20, 2026 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi As Muslims across Nigeria and around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard M. Doro, has urged Nigerians to extend the…
Nigeria News Cash for vulnerable: Nigeria’s poverty plan under scrutiny March 19, 2026 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi Nigeria’s flagship cash transfer scheme is reaching millions of households, offering urgent relief in a period of rising living costs — but questions remain over its long-term impact and sustainability.…
UK NEWS Tinubu concludes historic UK visit as Badenoch absence draws attention March 19, 2026 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will conclude his two-day state visit to the United Kingdom on Thursday, ending a trip seen as a reset in relations between London and Abuja, but…
Middle East News World News Saudi Arabia confirms Eid al-Fitr for Friday as moon not sighted March 19, 2026 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi Saudi Arabia has confirmed that Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on Friday, March 20, 2026, after the crescent moon marking the start of Shawwal was not sighted anywhere in the…
World News US slaps $15,000 visa bond on travellers from Nigeria, other Nations March 19, 2026 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi The United States has sharply expanded its controversial visa bond programme, requiring travellers from 50 countries , including Nigeria to deposit up to $15,000 before being granted short-term entry visas.…
Nigeria News A celebration of roots: Mwaghavul people showcase heritage in Abuja March 18, 2026 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi It was a day of celebration and cultural pride in Abuja as members of the Mwaghavul community gathered to showcase their heritage at the annual Puus Kaat festival. Held on…
Middle East News Iran strikes Qatari gas field within hours of threat to Gulf energy March 18, 2026 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi Iran has struck Qatar’s main gas export hub, Qatari officials said, just hours after Tehran warned that Gulf energy facilities had become “legitimate targets”, in an escalation that analysts say…
Sports Senegal refuse to return Afcon Trophy as title row sparks corruption claims March 18, 2026 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi Senegal have refused to return the Africa Cup of Nations trophy after being stripped of their title, escalating a dispute with African football’s governing body into a political and legal…
Middle East News Gulf energy sites evacuated after Iran threatens strikes March 18, 2026 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi Energy facilities across the Gulf are being evacuated after Iran warned of imminent strikes, triggering fresh fears of a major supply shock and sending oil prices sharply higher. According to…
Middle East News Iran threatens ‘decisive action’ after strike on key gas field March 18, 2026 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi Iran has warned it will take “decisive action” after facilities linked to its South Pars gas field were reportedly hit in a strike, raising concerns over a widening conflict and…
