Jerusalem | June 18, 2025 In a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East, Israel reportedly carried out a large-scale overnight airstrike involving more than 50 fighter jets targeting multiple Iranian military and nuclear installations. According to defense sources cited by regional media, the coordinated strike struck facilities believed to be associated with Iran’s
Abuja, Nigeria – June 18, 2025President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially commissioned the newly completed Mabushi Bus and Taxi Terminal in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), a landmark step in his administration’s commitment to enhancing urban transportation and infrastructure development. The state-of-the-art terminal, located in the Mabushi district of Abuja, is designed to serve as
Washington D.C. | June 18, 2025 Former U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that American intelligence agencies know the precise location of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, amid escalating tensions between the two countries. Trump made the statement during a televised interview on Monday, in which he criticized what he called President Joe Biden’s
Lake Chad — June 18, 2025 In a decisive military operation, Nigerian security forces have successfully repelled an attempted infiltration by Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists targeting the Naval Base at the Lake Chad Fish Dam. According to reliable military sources, scores of insurgents were neutralised during the encounter. The terrorists reportedly launched a coordinated
The National Assembly has officially transmitted a set of tax reform bills to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his assent, marking a significant step in the administration’s drive to overhaul Nigeria’s tax system. The proposed legislation seeks to amend several key tax laws, including the Companies Income Tax Act, the Value Added Tax Act, and
Abuja, Nigeria | June 18 — 2025 The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed the resilience and soundness of the Nigerian banking sector, assuring the public of continued financial stability despite ongoing global and domestic economic pressures. In a statement released on Monday, the apex bank noted that recent actions involving certain financial institutions
In a remarkable display of commitment to the welfare of Kwara State pilgrims, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has provided substantial financial assistance amounting to 264,280 Saudi riyals, equivalent to approximately N120 million, during an unannounced visit to the Kwara pilgrims’ accommodation in Makkah. This generous support was confirmed by the Kwara State Amiru Hajj and traditional
Lagos, Nigeria | 18 June 2025 In a move to expand its service offerings and accommodate growing customer demand, Lebara Nigeria has officially rolled out a new mobile phone number prefix, 0724, joining the list of recognized codes in the Nigerian telecommunications ecosystem. The announcement was made on Tuesday by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC),
Abuja, Nigeria | June 2025 In a decisive move to address rising security challenges in the North-Central region, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has deployed additional aircraft to intensify surveillance and operational support in Benue, Nasarawa, and Taraba States. The deployment, which is part of broader efforts to restore peace and stability, is expected to
Abuja, Nigeria – June 17, 2025The Federal Ministry of Education has officially launched LUMINAH 2030, a transformative national initiative aimed at empowering over one million underserved girls and women across Nigeria by the year 2030. The ambitious programme, unveiled in Abuja by the Honourable Minister of Education, is designed to address gender gaps in education
