Nigerian-American Teen ugo ugochukwu Storms to Silverstone Sprint Victory
Nigerian-American racing sensation Ugo Ugochukwu continued his impressive rise in international motorsport by claiming victory in the Sprint Race at Silverstone, further strengthening his reputation as one of the sport’s brightest young talents. The triumph comes shortly after Ugo secured…
Actor Joseph Momodu joins United States Army
Actor Joseph Momodu has announced his enlistment in the United States Army after completing 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. In an Instagram post on Friday, Momodu said he had been unreachable for 10 weeks….
Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Financing Model Earns Global Recognition at IsDB 2026 Forum
Nigeria’s flagship Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project has received international recognition for its innovative financing structure at the 2026 Forum of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), highlighting the country’s efforts to deliver major infrastructure projects through sustainable funding mechanisms. The recognition…
Jim Ovia retires as Zenith Bank Chairman, Mustafa Bello steps in
Zenith Bank Plc has announced the retirement of its Founder and Group Chairman, Jim Ovia, following the expiration of his tenure in line with regulatory requirements. The bank disclosed this in a corporate notice issued in Lagos on May 5,…
Anti-Genocide in Nigeria billboard hits New York City
A large billboard in New York City has drawn attention after displaying a message about killings of Christians in Nigeria, with images placed beside the text. The billboard carries the words “END THE CHRISTIAN GENOCIDE IN NIGERIA.” It shows a…
Nigeria’s Air Chief honoured in US with 2026 international honour roll
The Department of the Air Force, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, United States, has honoured the Chief of Air Staff, Sunday Aneke, with induction into the International Honor Roll Class of 2026, a recognition reserved for distinguished global air power…
CUSTOMS MAKES HISTORY AS NAFISAT BALOGUN BECOMES FIRST FEMALE PILOT
The Nigeria Customs Service has celebrated a major milestone with the emergence of Superintendent of Customs Nafisat Balogun as its first female pilot after earning a commercial multi-engine pilot licence in the United States. The landmark achievement was honoured at…
MTN suspends airtime, data loans over new FCCPC lending rules
MTN Nigeria has suspended its airtime and data advance service known as Xtratime following new regulatory requirements introduced by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission. The telecom operator disclosed the decision in a filing to the Nigerian Exchange Limited…
Former Irish president condemns ‘illegal’ attacks on Iran
A former Irish president has said the attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran are “illegal and breach international law”. Mary Robinson made her comments while addressing a rally in Belfast on International Women’s Day. “Women and…
113 Nigerians Now Listed for Deportation by U.S. Department of Homeland Security Over Criminal Offences
At least 19 more Nigerians have been added to a United States government list of foreign nationals slated for deportation over criminal offences. Information obtained on Sunday from the official website of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security indicates that…