Inter Title March Stalled
Inter Milan’s commanding march toward a second consecutive Serie A title hit a significant…
Inter Title March Stalled
Inter Milan’s commanding march toward a second consecutive Serie A title hit a significant obstacle on Saturday following a controversial 1-1 draw with Atalanta at the San Siro, a result that handed crosstown rivals AC Milan an unexpected lifeline in the championship race. Atalanta striker Nikola Krstovic scored a disputed 82nd-minute equalizer that wiped…
US Flag Flies at Venezuelan Embassy After Seven Years
The United States flag flew above the American embassy in Caracas on Saturday for the first time in seven years, marking the restoration of diplomatic relations following the capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and a dramatic shift in bilateral ties between Washington and Caracas. Laura Dogu, the US Charge d’Affaires and the embassy’s…
North Korea Fires 10 Ballistic Missiles Toward Sea of Japan
North Korea launched approximately 10 ballistic missiles toward the Sea of Japan on Saturday, according to Seoul’s Joint Chiefs of Staff, in what analysts describe as a calculated provocation timed to coincide with ongoing US-South Korea military exercises and heightened global tensions in the Middle East. The missiles were fired from the Sunan area…
Two Indian LPG Ships Break Hormuz Blockade
Two Indian-flagged vessels carrying liquefied petroleum gas have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz, marking a rare instance of commercial shipping movement through the critical waterway that has been effectively closed by Tehran amid escalating conflict in the Middle East. Rajesh Kumar Sinha, special secretary of India’s ministry of ports, shipping and waterways, confirmed…
Gavi Set for Barcelona Return Against Sevilla After Knee Injury
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has confirmed that Spanish midfielder Gavi is available for selection when the Catalan giants host Sevilla at Camp Nou on Sunday, marking a significant milestone in the 21-year-old’s recovery from a severe knee injury sustained in August. Gavi, who has been sidelined for over seven months, will be included in…
Hamas Urges Iran to Spare Neighbours as War Escalates
Hamas issued a rare plea to Tehran on Saturday, calling on its primary benefactor to avoid targeting neighbouring Arab countries while maintaining Iran’s right to defend itself against the United States and Israel. The statement arrives as the Middle East conflict enters a more volatile phase, marked by Iranian missile barrages on Israel and retaliatory…
NEMA Warns of Fire and Health Risks Amid Extreme Heatwave
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has issued a nationwide alert following a sharp rise in temperatures and persistent heatwave conditions across Nigeria. Citing recent forecasts from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), NEMA’s Director-General, Mrs Zubaida Umar, warned that extreme heat is significantly increasing the risk of accidental fires. The agency noted that elevated temperatures…
Nigerian Football Icon Henry Nwosu Dies at 62
Henry Nwosu, the gifted midfielder and youngest member of Nigeria’s 1980 Africa Cup of Nations winning squad, died early Saturday morning. He was 62. The national icon passed away at 4:00 a.m. at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), following five days in intensive care. Football legend Segun Odegbami, a former teammate, announced the…
CBN Restricts BVN Changes to Curb Fraud
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a significant tightening of the Bank Verification Number (BVN) framework to combat the rise in digital financial crimes. Under new rules taking effect on 1 May 2026, the apex bank will limit phone number amendments linked to a BVN to a one-time change only. Furthermore, the regulator…
Naira Gains as Official Rate Settles at N1,366
The Nigerian Naira concluded a week of steady gains on Friday, 13 March 2026, appreciating by 0.3% in the official market. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed the currency closed at N1,366.23 per dollar, up N5.27 for the week’s final trading session. This performance caps a five-day rally that began with the…