Heavy rains in dry season cause havoc in DR Congo’s capital
At least 29 people have been killed in flood waters and landslides in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s capital, Kinshasa, following unusually heavy rains in the dry season, the interior ministry has said. Homes were swept away, roads were…
2Baba Laments Insecurity in Benue, Calls for Urgent National Action
Nigerian music icon 2Baba has expressed deep sorrow and frustration over the worsening security situation in Benue State, describing it as a national emergency. In an emotional outburst, he has called on all stakeholders, both in Benue and across Nigeria,…
Lekki Residents Back Reintroduction Of E- Call Up, Advocate Urgent Implementation
The Lekki Estates Residents in Lagos state and Stakeholders Association (LERSA), has backed up the Lagos State Government’s reintroduction of the E-Call Up system set to become operational from June 16, along the Lekki-Epe corridor. Alhaji Sulyman Bello, President, LERSA,…
Etihad, Ethiopian Launch Codeshare Partnership
Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Airlines have officially activated a strategic codeshare partnership, a move that strengthens connectivity and opens a world of travel opportunities between Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East, the carriers shared. Announced on Monday, this bilateral…
GHANA:Fuel prices to fall from June 16 due to postponement of GH¢1.0 levy
The prices of petroleum products are expected to go down significantly at the pumps from Monday, 16th June 2025, following the postponement of the GH¢1.0 Energy Sector Levy. This is based on the Pricing Outlook Report put together by the…
Fathers Day: First lady calls for more support for men
The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has urged people, especially women, to give men support and an environment that enable them to function effectively as fathers. Mrs Tinubu gave this advice on Sunday in Abuja in her message…
We Want To Come Home’ – Nigerians In India Beg FG
Nigerian nationals currently living in India have revealed troubling accounts of mistreatment, extortion, and police brutality, experiences that have left many desperate to return home but unable to afford the costs involved. Speaking anonymously to Vanguard on Sunday, one Nigerian…
Usman claims first win since 2021
Kamaru ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ Usman secured his first UFC win since 2021 when he overcame Joaquin Buckley in the welterweight main event of a Fight Night held at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, on the morning of Sunday…
U.S. Lawmaker, Husband Shots Dead
U.S. Lawmaker, Husband Shots Dead A Democratic state legislator, Melissa Hortman, and her husband, Mark, were killed by a shooter on Saturday, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz confirmed. A shooter pretending to be a police officer shot the House…
US-based sprinter Ufodiama completes Nigeria switch
US-based sprinter Kelly Ufodiama has completed the switching of her allegiance from the United States to Nigerian after hitting the 2025 World Championships qualification mark in the women’s 200m, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Ufodiama’s switch had been on for…