The NNPC has insisted appointments and promotions are merit-based, refuting claims of ethnic bias in leadership decisions.

Olivia Hussey, acclaimed for Romeo and Juliet and Jesus of Nazareth, dies at 73, leaving lasting legacy.

Mohammed al-Bukhaiti declares intensified Houthi attacks on Israel as conflict escalates, with casualties in Yemen.

Nigeria Police has apprehended armed robbers, cultists, and hoodlums targeting fun-seekers during Christmas celebrations across the country.

NCAA has reported 5,291 flights in September, 2,434 delays, and 79 cancellations; October saw 5,513 flights with 2,791 delays.

Governor Otti has signed Abia State’s 2025 budget into law, focusing on infrastructure with 82% capital allocation for development.

China’s central bank has renewed a three-year N3.28 trillion currency swap agreement with Nigeria to boost bilateral trade relations.

NSA Ribadu has clarified that Nigeria refused US AFRICOM base request, maintaining sovereignty and denying all foreign military base presence.

Germany’s president Steinmeier has dissolved parliament and scheduled the next national election to take place on February 23.

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala has been detained in Iran since December 19, with no explanation provided by Iranian authorities.

Romania detected suspected drone breaching airspace in its Tulcea County, prompting alerts and fighter jet deployment before losing signal.

NECA has appealed to Governor Sanwo-Olu to address LASWARCO’s levy actions, alleging factory closures and economic disruptions.

Four drug kingpins have been sentenced to 28 years with hard labour for trafficking 2.1 tons of cocaine in Lagos

World Bank has removed fees on IBRD loans, increasing lending capacity by $150bn to support vulnerable nations.

NDLEA operatives in Kano have arrested 34 suspects, seized illicit substances, and dislodged drug joints in festive season crackdown. 

Beyoncé delivered a standout performance during Netflix’s highly anticipated NFL debut on Christmas Day.

President Biden has officially designated the bald eagle as the US national bird, solidifying its iconic status after 250 years.

Former Women Affairs Minister Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye says she has no regrets about her tenure, says she prioritised action over diplomacy.

A vehicle rammed into a Christmas procession in Gombe, injuring 22 people; authorities have promised a thorough investigation.

With N600bn in share capital, Access Bank has surpassed CBN’s requirements by N100bn, the first in Nigeria to do so.