News as it breaks
“The comprehensive zero-tariff treatment for African countries represents another major step by China to support Africa’s development and deepen China-Africa cooperation,” the ambassador said. China has announced a sweeping zero-tariff policy for exports from African countries, including Nigeria, in a move aimed at boosting trade, industrial growth and economic…
The 11th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon began with elite and local runners already navigating major routes across Lagos in one of Africa’s biggest road races. Organised by Nilayo Sports Management Limited in partnership with Access Bank and the Lagos State Government, the marathon features both 42-kilometre…
The administration of US President Donald Trump has directed American immigration authorities to begin identifying between 100 and 200 potential denaturalisation cases every month, as part of a renewed crackdown on alleged fraud in the citizenship process. According to a report by NBC News, cited by the Economic Times,…
A 12-year-old pupil has been abducted in the Challenge area of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, triggering a swift response from security agencies. The Oyo State Police Command confirmed the incident saying the girl was allegedly kidnapped in the early hours of the day while on her way to school.…
Nine people were killed and at least 27 others injured after a shooter opened fire at a secondary school and a nearby residence in the remote town of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, before taking their own life, Canadian police said. The attack unfolded in the mountain valley community in western…
A Hong Kong court sentenced pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison for national security offences, a decision that has drawn sharp condemnation from international rights groups and foreign governments, who say the ruling marks a new low for press freedom in the city. Lai, 78,…
Veteran television personality Wendy Williams has been thrown into mourning following the death of her father, Thomas D. Williams, who passed away at the age of 94. The news was announced by news anchor Alex Finnie, Wendy’s niece and goddaughter, via Instagram, where she shared a touching montage of…
United States President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order authorising fresh tariffs on countries that continue doing business with Iran, escalating economic pressure on Tehran even as he confirmed another round of talks is scheduled for next week. The order, which takes effect immediately, establishes a framework for…
A 20-year-old Nigerian student of De Montfort University, Leicester, Khaleed Oladipo, has been tragically stabbed to death in a street attack near the university campus. The incident occurred outside a busy university building as Oladipo was reportedly on his way home to watch the Carabao Cup semi-final clash between Arsenal…
United States President Donald Trump has praised Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, describing her as a “very respected woman” during this Year’s National Prayer Breakfast held in Washington, D.C. Trump made the remarks while addressing participants at the annual faith-based gathering, which drew political leaders, clergy, and civic figures…
