Nigeria Climbs Henley Passport Rankings Despite Drop in Visa-Free Access
Nigeria has recorded a modest rise on the global passport ladder, moving up six places on the Henley Passport Index since the administration of Bola Tinubu began in May 2023. According to the latest April 2026 edition of the index, the Nigerian passport…
Hantavirus Cases Reported on Cruise Ship as WHO Steps In
Health authorities are responding to a suspected outbreak of hantavirus aboard a cruise vessel, MV Hondius, where multiple infections and deaths have raised global concern. The World Health Organization confirmed that a 69-year-old British national,…
TheCable Journalist Alleges Assault by Soldier Over Traffic Dispute in Lagos
The continuous assault of journalists and civilians by men of the force in Nigeria is so dire that it is hard to determine the time or season it will stop. Despite the pile of appeals on different forums, even as recent as the Press Freedom Day, these…
Amsterdam Bans Meat and Fossil Fuel Ads in Bold Climate Move
The idea is to halt impulse or subconcious buying. Amsterdam has become the first capital city in the world to ban public advertisements promoting both meat products and fossil fuel consumption, in a sweeping policy aimed at aligning its urban landscape…
Irepodun/Ifelodun, Ado LFC Crowned Champions at Prof. Akin Oyebode Cup Final in Ekiti
The fourth edition of the Prof. Akin Oyebode Cup has rounded off beautifully with Irepodun/Ifelodun Youth Team and Ado LFC emerging winners in the boys’ and girls’ categories respectively. The boys’ final on Wednesday provided high drama, as Oye Local…
UN Women Raises Alarm Over Surge in Online Abuse as Nigeria Climbs Press Freedom Ranking
As the world marks World Press Freedom Day, UN Women has warned of a troubling rise in digital attacks against women journalists, revealing that incidents of online violence have doubled since 2020. The agency disclosed that the growing wave of abuse is…
“The Blood Of Slain Nigerians Will Judge Your Government” – Atiku Fire Tirades at President Tinubu
A fresh war of words has erupted between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and President Bola Tinubu over the worsening security situation in the country. Atiku, in a strongly worded statement released on Wednesday through his aide, Phrank Shaibu,…
Germany Backs Nigeria on Security, Urges Unity as Violence Displaces Thousands
Germany has reiterated its support for Nigeria in tackling insecurity and rebuilding fractured communities, as concerns deepen over rising violence and displacement across parts of the country. Germany’s Federal Government Commissioner for Freedom of…
VivaJets Partners Africa CEO Forum to Boost Executive Mobility Across Continent
Nigerian business aviation firm VivaJets has announced its participation in the 2026 Africa CEO Forum as a strategic mobility partner, positioning itself to support the seamless movement of business and political leaders across the continent. The…
Aiyedatiwa’s Record Under Fire as NDC Questions Ondo’s Progress
The National Democratic Coalition (NDC) in Ondo State has criticised the administration of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, describing its performance as a regression across key sectors more than two years after he assumed office. In a statement signed by its…