Malaysia wins third place at Miss World 2026 in Vietnam
Malaysia’s representative Taanusiya Chetty has won the second runner up at Miss World finals in Nha Trang, Vietnam. Taanusiya, who was among the six finalists, also won the Beauty With A Purpose award.With a background as an educator, the 26-year-old,…
Africa map size: Togo to change school maps, geography books after UN vote
Togo has announced plans to change its school geography materials by the end of the year after the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution promoting maps that more accurately represent the size of Africa and other regions of the…
FG announces 2 weeks closure of First Niger Bridge for repair works
The Federal Ministry of Works, Anambra State Field Headquarters, has officially announced the closure of the First Niger Bridge in Onitsha to commence repair works. The closure comes after last week’s visit by the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, who…
Oyo APC unveils 2027 candidates
The All Progressives Congress in Oyo State, on Friday, unveiled its candidates for the 2027 general elections, calling for unity among members ahead of the polls. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony held at the state APC Secretariat, Oke-Ado, in Ibadan,…
Nigeria will never support military coup in Niger’ – FG
The Federal Government has said Nigeria will never support a military coup or any unconstitutional change of government, following claims that the country backed a failed coup attempt in the Niger Republic. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sola…
23-year-old microbiology student becomes traditional ruler in Delta
A 23-year-old Microbiology undergraduate at Delta State University, Abraka, Prince Daniel Afamefune Chukwujindu, has become the new traditional ruler of the Ekwuoma Kingdom in the Ika North-East Local Government Area of Delta State. Daniel, who succeeded his late father, King…
Meet Nigerian professor appointed dean at Canadian university
Her work as dean will continue to build on the College of Law’s strong reputation for excellence in legal education and research, while strengthening its leadership in Indigenous legal scholarship and engagement with local and global communities.” Odumosu-Ayanu will succeed…
FG vows to protect Nigerians’ investment in Angola
The Federal Government has assured Nigerian auto spare parts dealers in Angola of its commitment to protecting their investments and promoting the interests of Nigerians living and doing business abroad. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, gave the assurance…
Ondo PDP chieftain, Ajisafe quits party, joins APC
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, Fisayo Ajisafe, has defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), stressing that the decision was hinged on the strides of President Bola Tinubu and the crisis rocking the…
South Africa moves to win back Nigerian travellers
South Africa is stepping up efforts to restore Nigerian confidence in its travel and tourism market, with industry stakeholders from both countries moving to tackle concerns around safety, connectivity and long-standing perceptions. The renewed push emerged from the South Africa…