Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a suspected terrorist at a forward operating base in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, amid reports of internal clashes among armed groups in parts of the state. The suspect was apprehended at about 6:45 p.m. on April 16, 2026, by troops deployed at Forward Operating…
An X user has shared his experience about his marriage, saying his attachment to his wife has intensified over the years. According to him, they dated for two years before getting married and chose to abstain from sex during their relationship due to religious reasons. He recalled their first night after marriage, describing…
A man has shared a photo of former Nollywood actor Sylvester Madu selling clothes along a bushy road in Nsukka, Enugu State. The Facebook user expressed concern for the once-famous actor as he shared the photo he took after spotting the actor. This is not the first time the actor has been pictured selling clothes…
Popular Nigerian sports broadcaster, Temisan Okomi, has d!ed after a brief illness. Classic FM, the radio station he worked with for over 12 years, announced his demise on social media on Friday, April 17. “With the heaviest of hearts, we regret to announce the passing of one of our staff, Temisan Okomi, following…
The Ghana Police Service has arrested two suspects in connection with the robbery attack on the bus of Berekum Chelsea FC, which resulted in the tragic death of player Dominic Frimpong. According to a press release issued by the Ashanti Regional Police Public Affairs Unit on April 16, 2026, the arrests followed an intelligence-led operation…
Pep Guardiola has stated that an Arsenal victory at Manchester City on Sunday would effectively end the Premier League title race. However, he cautioned that his side would still have significant work to do even if they manage to beat the Gunners. Mikel Arteta’s men currently hold a six-point lead at the top of the…
President Bola Tinubu has signed the N68.32 trillion 2026 appropriation bill into law. Bayo Onanuga, the special adviser to the president on information and strategy, announced this in a statement released on Friday, April 17. Recall that on March 31, the national assembly passed the budget after Tinubu’s upward review request. In December…
UK’s Counter-terrorism police have launched an urgent investigation after a video emerged online claiming drones carrying “dangerous substances” were used in an alleged attempt to target the Embassy of Israel London. The Metropolitan Police confirmed a major response around Kensington Gardens, where officers discovered a number of “discarded items” and immediately sealed off the area…
British counter-terrorism officers, some in protective clothing, are examining a scene near the Israeli embassy in London after a pro-Iranian group claimed to have targeted the building with drones carrying “dangerous substances.” The Metropolitan Police confirmed that while the embassy was not actually attacked, they are investigating the authenticity of a video posted by a…
Global markets rallied sharply on Friday, April 17, after Iran announced the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, easing fears of prolonged disruption to global oil supplies. Oil prices dropped more than 10%, with U.S. crude falling 10.8% to $81.28 per barrel, while Brent crude declined 10.3% to $89.13. The reopening of the key shipping…
