In a significant development amid escalating Middle East tensions, Saudi Arabia has successfully intercepted a ballistic missile reportedly fired by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, which was believed to be targeting Israel. The Saudi-led coalition confirmed the interception, highlighting the ongoing volatility in the region and the expanding reach of Houthi military capabilities. The missile, launched from
In a major decision on September 14, 2025, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution endorsing the “New York Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two‑State Solution,” with 142 member states voting in favour, 10 against, and 12 abstaining. The declaration, jointly sponsored by France
A heated debate has emerged among Nigerian legal experts regarding the legitimacy of union representation for workers at Dangote Refinery, as the company finds itself at odds with the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG). This disagreement highlights the complexities of labour laws and unionism within Nigeria’s thriving oil and gas sector.
In a bold and fiery declaration, Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has vowed to take revenge following what he described as an Israeli attack on Qatar. The statement underscores rising tensions in the Gulf region amid escalating conflicts involving Israel and its neighbours. While details of the alleged attack remain sparse, the Crown
Lagos | September 14, 2025 — The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public alert warning consumers about the presence of a harmful chemical, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, in certain Dove soaps and deodorants. The agency explained that the chemical, commonly used in fragrances, has been identified as potentially dangerous,
Abuja | September 14, 2025 — Canada has declined 1,596 asylum applications filed by Nigerians, underscoring the tightening of immigration policies and the rising challenges faced by Nigerians seeking refuge abroad. The rejections, according to immigration authorities, were largely tied to issues of credibility, insufficient documentation, and failure to meet the international standards for granting
Lagos | September 14, 2025 — BUA Foods Plc has announced a massive dividend payout of ₦216 billion to its chairman, billionaire industrialist Abdulsamad Rabiu, following a strong financial year that saw the company post record earnings. The dividend windfall comes as part of BUA Foods’ profit distribution to shareholders, with Rabiu — the company’s
Abuja | September 14, 2025 — The Federal Government has launched a groundbreaking digital inventory management model aimed at ending the persistent shortage of essential drugs in Nigeria’s tertiary hospitals. The system, unveiled in Abuja, is designed to track the supply and availability of critical medicines in real time, ensuring that hospitals across the country
Abuja | September 12, 2025 — Fegho Umunubo has publicly expressed his appreciation to President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and other key stakeholders for the privilege of serving the nation in an official capacity. In a heartfelt message released on Friday, Umunubo described his time in service as an honor, noting that the
Uyo | September 13, 2025 — Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has announced plans to increase the state’s 2025 budget, citing the need to meet pressing developmental priorities and strengthen service delivery. The governor explained that the upward review would allow his administration to address funding gaps in critical sectors such as education,
