CAR Elections Open, Touadera Seeks Third Term
Voters in the Central African Republic head to the polls as President Faustin-Archange Touadera seeks a third term after constitutional changes. Critics call the vote a sham.
Voters in the Central African Republic head to the polls as President Faustin-Archange Touadera seeks a third term after constitutional changes. Critics call the vote a sham.
Ogun State Police arrest eight suspects linked to the 'Democratic Republic of Yoruba' for alleged assault on officers and public disturbance in Sango-Ota. Read the full details.
Ogun State Police arrest eight persons linked to the Democratic Republic of Yoruba for alleged public disturbance, unlawful assembly, and assault on officers on Christmas Day in Sango-Ota.
Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu, UBTH's CMD, calls for optimism in 2025, citing faith and institutional resilience. She thanked staff and visited patients during the hospital's carol event.
Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, performs the ancient Ewere rite, praying for divine guidance and breakthroughs for Edo indigenes and all Nigerians ahead of the new year.
Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo reshuffles NCAA directors amid allegations of inefficiency and compromised oversight in the critical airworthiness unit. Learn the details and safety implications.
A major reshuffle of top NCAA directors is tied to allegations of compromised safety oversight in the airworthiness department. Read the full investigation into the regulatory lapses.
Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr launches a furious attack on CAF after VAR failure costs Benin Republic a penalty in their AFCON 2025 opener. Read the full details of the controversy.
Benin authorities jail 30 over failed coup. Nigerian and French forces helped crush the December 7 putsch against President Talon. Full details inside.
Russian paramilitary forces in the Central African Republic pledge to ensure secure elections this Sunday. Read about the security landscape and geopolitical stakes.
Benin Republic submits official complaint to CAF after a VAR malfunction denied them a crucial penalty in their 1-0 AFCON 2025 defeat to DR Congo. Get the full story and reactions.
A Nigerian Air Force C-130 transport aircraft has safely landed in Banjul, The Gambia, during a ferry flight to Portugal for scheduled maintenance. All personnel are safe.
As CAR holds pivotal elections, explore its journey from war to fragile peace, its economic struggles, and its bold bitcoin move. Get the full story here.
The European Commission has launched an inquiry into Czech government support for two new nuclear reactors. The probe focuses on a multi-billion euro loan and price guarantee scheme. Read the full details.
French President Macron approves construction of a new, larger nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to replace the Charles de Gaulle, announcing the move during a visit to French troops in the UAE.
Former Benin defence minister Candide Azannai is in pre-trial detention over a foiled coup plot. Get the latest on the arrests and political tensions in West Africa.
Benin Republic & Seamfix launch ePass, a digital platform for citizens abroad to renew passports online from 80+ countries. No embassy visits needed. #DigitalIdentity
The US Africa Command has dismissed false claims of airstrikes on the Nigeria-Benin border. Read the official statement and details of ongoing counterterrorism cooperation.
Nigeria and Central Europe launch a new chamber of commerce to deepen trade, investment, and cultural ties. Key figures inducted into Advisory Council. #Nigeria #Trade #Investment
A petrol tanker crash and explosion on the Benin-Auchi road in Edo State has led to multiple fatalities and widespread fire damage. Get the latest details on this tragic incident.
Air India located a Boeing 737 it lost track of in 2012, parked at Kolkata Airport. The airline paid a massive parking fine of nearly 10 million rupees. Read the full story of this aviation oversight.
A Skypower Express Cessna 172 crashed at Sam Mbakwe Airport, Owerri. All four onboard survived. NSIB has launched an investigation into the incident. Read the latest details.
The House of Representatives resolves to investigate the detention of a Nigerian military aircraft and personnel in Burkina Faso. Lawmakers call for urgent diplomatic action via ECOWAS and AU frameworks for their release.
A Skypower Express Cessna 172 crashed at Sam Mbakwe Airport, Owerri. All four onboard survived. NSIB has launched an investigation into the incident. Read the latest details.
The House of Representatives investigates the detention of 11 NAF personnel in Burkina Faso, mandates committees to secure their release. Diplomatic efforts ongoing.
A Nigerian lady was left stranded at UNIBEN gate after a friend cancelled promised NYSC accommodation. See her story and how she found help. Read more for details.
President Bola Tinubu held a crucial closed-door meeting with Nigeria's service chiefs at the Presidential Villa. This is his first meeting with the high command since appointing the Defence Minister. Details inside.
Two persons have died in a fatal head-on collision involving a bus and a truck on the Sagamu-Benin expressway in Ogun State. TRACE confirms the driver caused the crash by driving against traffic.
Nigeria's Federal Government condemns the failed military coup in Benin Republic. Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar denounces the assault on democracy. Read the full statement and details.
Nigeria's government condemns the attempted coup in Benin, calls for calm, and reaffirms commitment to regional stability and democratic governance. Read the full statement.