Britain on Thursday, July 16, imposed sanctions on 11 individuals and entities accused of financing Sudan’s civil war through illicit gold trading and financial networks, saying the measures are intended to disrupt funding for both the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)…
German food delivery company Delivery Hero has agreed to a €12.7 billion ($14.6 billion) takeover by U.S. ride-hailing giant Uber, marking one of the largest acquisitions in the global food delivery industry. The companies announced the agreement on Thursday, July 16, with Uber offering €41.50 per share for Delivery Hero, valuing the Berlin-based company…
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has barred the American pilot involved in the June 10 aviation incident at Asaba Airport from operating in Nigeria’s airspace and suspended the aircraft’s First Officer pending the outcome of ongoing investigations. Director-General of Civil Aviation Chris Najomo announced the sanctions on the sidelines of the Airport Business Summit…
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has publicly addressed the controversy surrounding the recent de@th of his female staff, Mary Habila, at his Ebonyi residence. While speaking to newsmen during a road inspection, Umahi, said the deceased and other workers lived in his guest house in Asokoro. He expressed shock that some people…
An old video of content creator Odogwu Asaba has resurfaced on social media following allegations circulating online against him. In the clip, he argued that having s£x on a first date should be normalised, claiming that women should not feel pressured to appear “overly holy” when meeting someone. He also said his current…
Skitmaker Zicsaloma has urged young people to focus on learning valuable skills instead of depending on others for financial support. In a video shared online, he said nobody will keep giving anyone money forever, stressing that having a skill is one of the surest ways to build financial independence. According to him, many…
Nigerian music star Davido has melted hearts after speaking about the close bond he shares with his wife, Chioma. During a recent interview, the singer revealed that they talk every day, no matter where he is in the world, describing her as an inseparable part of his life. “I talk to my…
Popular Nigerian streamer and skitmaker Carter Efe has expressed frustration over his recent visa issues, saying the country’s reputation abroad has made things even more difficult. In a viral video, Carter Efe questioned what ordinary Nigerians must be going through if someone with his level of popularity could face such challenges. “If they…
Troops of 65 Battalion have raided a suspected hideout in Epe area of Lagos State and arrested 24 foreign nationals. Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations 81 Division Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Colonel Musa Yahaya, disclosed this in a statement on 16 July 2026. According to the statement, the operation was conducted following credible intelligence on…
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has formally requested the Ebonyi police command to conduct an autopsy on Mary Habila, the nurse who d!ed at his residence in Umunaga, Uburu, Ohaozara LGA of Ebonyi state on June 27. Umahi made the request in a letter sent to the state Commissioner of Police by his…
