A powerful 5.1-magnitude earthquake rattled northern Iran on Friday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), compounding tensions in a country already reeling from intensified Israeli military assaults.The quake—measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale as reported by Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency—struck at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers (six miles), approximately 37 kilometers (23Continue reading "Tectonic Tensions: 5.1-Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Iran Amid Intensifying Israeli Airstrikes"
Tobi Amusan Clocks Blazing Season’s Best in Paris Diamond League Thriller
World record holder Tobi Amusan lit up the track on Friday night with a jaw-dropping performance at the 2025 Paris Diamond League, blazing to a season’s best of 12.24 seconds to secure a hard-fought second place in the women’s 100m hurdles.The scintillating time ranks as Amusan’s second-fastest ever, just behind her legendary 12.12s world recordContinue reading "Tobi Amusan Clocks Blazing Season’s Best in Paris Diamond League Thriller"
Atiku, El-Rufai, Amaechi, and Dr. Ardo Lead Formation of New Mega Party — All Democratic Alliance (ADA)
In a dramatic move that could reshape Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Nigeria National Coalition Group (NNCG) — a formidable alliance of heavyweight politicians — has submitted a formal application to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register a new political party: the All Democratic Alliance (ADA).The application, datedContinue reading "Atiku, El-Rufai, Amaechi, and Dr. Ardo Lead Formation of New Mega Party — All Democratic Alliance (ADA)"
Tension in Kaduna: Police Say Man Who Approached President Tinubu Has Mental Illness Amid Hospital Naming Ceremony
The Kaduna State Police Command has confirmed that the man who attempted to breach presidential protocol and approach President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during an official visit to Kaduna is mentally ill.Identified as Umar Mohammed, a resident of Anguwan Muazu in Kaduna, the individual was said to be born with a psychiatric disorder, according to aContinue reading "Tension in Kaduna: Police Say Man Who Approached President Tinubu Has Mental Illness Amid Hospital Naming Ceremony"
Terror at Dusk: Gunmen Kill Two, Abduct Two, and Injure Several Students Near Federal Polytechnic, Oko
In a chilling escalation of violence, a group of unidentified gunmen unleashed terror near the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, on Thursday evening, leaving two students dead, two others abducted, and at least four severely injured in a brazen assault that has sent shockwaves across the academic community.The attack occurred around 8:40 p.m. at theContinue reading "Terror at Dusk: Gunmen Kill Two, Abduct Two, and Injure Several Students Near Federal Polytechnic, Oko"
Chris Brown Pleads Not Guilty to Brutal UK Nightclub Assault as Trial Date Looms
Grammy-winning R&B sensation Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to a serious assault charge stemming from an alleged violent altercation at a London nightclub in 2023.Brown, dressed in a sharp dark suit, tie, and glasses, appeared composed as he stood in the dock at Southwark Crown Court in London on Friday morning, calmly responding “NotContinue reading "Chris Brown Pleads Not Guilty to Brutal UK Nightclub Assault as Trial Date Looms"
Adamawa PPSMB Boss Holds Dialogue with Stakeholders.
From Catherine Philip Jelani In a bid to strengthen operations among key stakeholders of the Board, the Acting Executive Secretary of the Post Primary Schools Management Board (PPSMB), Mr. Birsan Penuel, convened a strategic meeting recently with Coordinating Principals and Zonal Directors at the premises the Board.In his opening remarks, Mr. Penuel emphasized the importanceContinue reading "Adamawa PPSMB Boss Holds Dialogue with Stakeholders."
Inferno in the Desert: Iranian Missile Strike Near Microsoft Office Ignites Panic in Southern Israel
Fires raged through the southern Israeli city of Beer Sheva on Friday after an Iranian missile slammed into an area near a bustling technology park that houses a Microsoft office, emergency authorities confirmed. The dramatic strike sent shockwaves through the region and heightened fears amid intensifying hostilities between Israel and Iran.The missile impact ignited firesContinue reading "Inferno in the Desert: Iranian Missile Strike Near Microsoft Office Ignites Panic in Southern Israel"
Tragedy on Yauri Waters: Four Dead, Several Rescued as Canoe Capsizes in Kebbi
A somber atmosphere enveloped Yauri town in Kebbi State after a devastating canoe accident claimed the lives of four individuals and left several others in need of urgent medical attention. The tragic incident occurred on the bustling riverbank near the Yauri town market, where a canoe ferrying passengers capsized amidst rising floodwaters.According to the NigerianContinue reading "Tragedy on Yauri Waters: Four Dead, Several Rescued as Canoe Capsizes in Kebbi"
BREAKING: Major Energy Marketers Move to Partner with Dangote Refinery for Nationwide Fuel Distribution
In a significant development that could reshape Nigeria’s fuel supply landscape, the Major Energies Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN) has announced plans to engage in high-level discussions with the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The aim is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the refinery’s proposed strategy to supply petroleum products directly to filling stations across theContinue reading "BREAKING: Major Energy Marketers Move to Partner with Dangote Refinery for Nationwide Fuel Distribution"
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