News as it breaks
Chelsea were forced to settle for a frustrating 0–0 draw against Bournemouth in the Premier League on Saturday, bringing an end to their run of scoring in every match since the opening weekend. Despite the goalless result, the Blues extended their unbeaten away streak in all competitions to seven games,…
Germany’s parliament, the Bundestag, has voted to introduce voluntary military service, marking a major shift in the country’s defense policy following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The move is part of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s plan to build Europe’s strongest conventional army. Starting January 2026, all 18-year-olds will receive a mandatory…
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has awarded cash prizes totaling over eight million naira to the parents of young athletes who won medals at the 2025 National Youth Games (NYG), in a move aimed at supporting the educational development of the rising sports talents. The presentation took place during a…
The Nigerian Army has taken a major leap toward modernising its military training system with the inauguration of a cutting-edge Wargaming Centre at the Department of Land Warfare, Armed Forces Command and Staff College (AFCSC), Jaji. The facility was unveiled on Saturday and is designed to enhance strategic thinking, operational…
A Nigerian Air Force Alpha Jet has reportedly crashed near Karabonde in the Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, sparking fear among residents but resulting in no loss of life as both pilots survived. The incident occurred late Saturday afternoon and was first reported by Lapai TV, a Niger…
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane delivered a breathtaking performance on Saturday, coming off the bench to score a sensational hat-trick as Bayern powered past 10-man Stuttgart. The England captain needed just 27 minutes on the pitch to register his third Bundesliga treble of the season, further cementing his remarkable goal-scoring…
A new €12 million regional initiative aimed at strengthening the safety, security and operational performance of major sea ports across West and Central Africa has been formally launched in Lomé, Togo. The project, known as SCOPE Africa – Securing Corridors, Ports and Exchanges in Western and Central Africa, is funded…
Emiliano Buendia ended Arsenal’s impressive 18-match unbeaten run with a dramatic stoppage-time winner as Aston Villa secured a thrilling 2–1 victory over the Premier League leaders on Saturday. Mikel Arteta’s men initially struggled at Villa Park, falling behind to Matty Cash’s well-taken first-half goal. Arsenal responded after the break, with…
Nigerian singer Sola Allyson has opened up about the difficulties she has faced in her marriage, revealing that she has never experienced joy in her union despite still being legally married. The music star disclosed that she and her husband now live in separate homes after years of unresolved challenges.…
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has criticised wealthy Nigerians who choose to spend millions of dollars on private jets and luxury cars instead of investing in industries that could generate jobs and boost the economy. During a media briefing in Lagos, the industrialist warned that Nigeria’s economic situation would continue…
