Iranian Missile Hits Near Al Minhad Air Base Amid Rising Gulf Tensions

An Iranian missile has struck near Al Minhad Air Base, a key installation hosting forces from the United States, United Kingdom and Australia, as tensions continue to escalate across the Gulf region. The projectile reportedly hit a road just outside the base, causing a small fire and minor damage near an accommodation block and medical centre. No casualties were recorded, […]

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Arsenal Cruise Into UCL Quarter-Finals as Eze Shines Against Leverkusen

Arsenal booked their place in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals with a convincing 2-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen in the last-16 second leg at the Emirates Stadium. Inspired by a stunning strike from Eberechi Eze, Mikel Arteta’s side delivered an impressive performance to secure a 3-1 aggregate win. Often criticised for grinding out results this season, Arsenal showcased attacking quality […]

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Benin Traditional Council Summons TikToker Peller Over Palace Breach

The Benin Traditional Council has directed TikTok influencer Habeeb Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, to appear before relevant authorities over his unauthorised access to the Oba’s Palace. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the council confirmed that the influencer entered the palace without prior approval, an action it said led to public embarrassment and prompted a formal investigation. […]

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Macron Rejects Trump’s Call for Immediate Role in Hormuz Security

French President Emmanuel Macron has said France will not take part in securing the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing hostilities, pushing back against calls from Donald Trump for support. Speaking after a defence council meeting, Macron stated that while France could assist in escorting vessels through the strategic waterway, such involvement would only be considered once tensions in the […]

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Argentina Withdraws from WHO, Cites Sovereignty and Policy Concerns

Argentina has formally withdrawn from the World Health Organization (WHO), following a similar move earlier this year by the United States. The decision was carried out under the administration of President Javier Milei, who had announced plans to exit the global health body about a year ago, criticising its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Argentina’s Foreign Ministry, […]

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Okpebholo Reaffirms Commitment to Education, Flags Off Distribution of Learning Materials in Edo

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening the education sector and ensuring the holistic development of children across the state. The assurance was given during the official flag-off ceremony for the distribution of teaching and learning materials, sports equipment, mini buses, and back-to-school kits at New Era College in Benin City. Represented by his […]

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FG Declares March 19, 20 Public Holidays for Eid-el-Fitr

The Federal Government has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid al-Fitr. The announcement was made in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani. According to the statement, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf […]

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Tinubu Orders Political Appointees Eyeing 2027 Elections to Resign by March 31

President Bola Tinubu has directed all political appointees under his administration who intend to contest in the 2027 general elections to resign on or before March 31, 2026. The directive affects a wide range of officials, including ministers, ministers of state, special advisers, senior special assistants, special assistants, personal assistants, as well as directors-general and chief executive […]

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