Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz, warns ships of attack
Iran has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and warned that any vessel entering the strategic waterway will be targeted following fresh US military strikes.
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Is Tinubu Nigeria’s biggest borrower? Nigeria’s presidential debt record 1999-2025 unveiled
Fresh analysis argues that claims of unprecedented borrowing under President Tinubu are misleading, pointing instead to exchange-rate effects and earlier debt accumulation.
Senate panel orders arrest of ex-NNPCL GCEO amid trillion-naira probe
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Xenophobic attacks: FG receives 268 Nigerians today
The Federal Government is set to receive the first batch of 268 Nigerians evacuated from South Africa as authorities intensify efforts to protect citizens affected by recent xenophobic attacks.
Falana, Falz, rights groups lead call for June 12 nationwide protest over insecurity
Femi Falana, Falz and a coalition of activists and civil society groups have declared June 12 a day of nationwide protest against insecurity and economic hardship.
No amount of kidnappings will create vacancy in Aso Rock – Edo governor
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has sparked debate after declaring that ‘there is no vacancy in Aso Rock’, warning
Eight soldiers, lieutenant killed in Kaduna ambush
Eight soldiers, including a lieutenant, were reportedly killed in Kaduna State while responding to a rescue mission following an earlier attack and abduction.
Senate leader proposes end to second-term politics, pushes for six-year single term
A fresh debate over Nigeria’s political structure is back on the table. Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has unveiled plans to
Trump threatens to retaliate after Iran allegedly downs US Apache helicopter
President Donald Trump has vowed a U.S. response after claiming Iran shot down an American Apache helicopter during a patrol mission over the Strait of Hormuz, further escalating tensions between the two countries.