Mexican Drug Kingpin Ismael ‘El Mayo’ Zambada Seeks Plea Deal To Avoid Death Penalty
Mexican drug kingpin Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada is seeking a plea deal to avoid the death penalty, his lawyer confirms.
Britain Blocks Entry For Kremlin-Linked Individuals Under Fresh Sanctions
Britain will ban entry to Russian elites with Kremlin ties under new sanctions, exactly three years after Russia invaded Ukraine.
PETAN Demands $1.5 Billion Local Contracts from Shell’s Bonga North Project
PETAN has urged Shell to allocate $1.5bn from Bonga North to local firms, emphasising Nigeria’s dedication to indigenous participation.
Nigeria, Bahrain Strengthen Ties with Bilateral Talks on Trade, Investment, Oil & Gas Cooperation
Nigeria and Bahrain are working to strengthen diplomatic ties, focusing on trade, investment, and oil and gas cooperation.
BoT’s Decision to Sack PDP National Secretary Sparks Backlash From South-East Stakeholders
PDP South-East Legal Adviser and youth coalition have rejected the BoT’s decision to unseat Anyanwu, calling it illegal and baseless.
ECOWAS Reaffirms Commitment to Support Vulnerable Communities in Member States
ECOWAS has pledged continued humanitarian support for member states, says their response goes beyond providing relief packages
GHL Floors First Bank in Court as Judge Sets Aside Freezing Order Over Suppression of Facts
A Lagos court has overturned an asset-freezing order against General Hydrocarbons Limited, ruling that First Bank suppressed material facts
Trump Administration Revokes Deportation Protections For Venezuelans In The US
The Trump administration has revoked an extension of deportation protections for over 600,000 Venezuelans, reversing a Biden-era decision.
Extreme Fire Danger Sweeps Across Australia’s Southeast as Heatwave Intensifies
Australia’s southeast is faced with severe fire risks as a relentless heatwave fuels hazardous conditions and heightened warnings.
Chinese President’s Envoy Meets with Vance, Musk Ahead of Trump’s Inauguration
Excerpt: A Chinese presidential envoy has met with Vance and Musk to hold discussions on the eve of Donald Trump’s inauguration. China’s Vice President Han Zheng met with US Vice
EFCC to Arraign Former FBN MD Olabisi Onasanya Honeywell’s Oba Otudeko, Others Over Alleged N12.3bn Fraud
The EFCC will, on Monday, arraign Olabisi Onasanya, Oba Otudeko, others over fraudulent transactions involving N12.3bn in loans.
Italy Pledges €400 Million in New Energy Partnership with Tunisia
Italy and Tunisia have signed a €400 million deal to advance energy transition, renewables, and strengthen bilateral cooperation.
Presidency Defends GDP Rebasing, Says It’s To Reflect Current Economy
The FG has said that the rebasing of Nigeria’s GDP will make economic data look better, enhance investor perception of Nigeria.
Minister Mahmoud Urges Residents to Stay Calm and Vigilant After Bomb Explosion in Abuja
Minister Mahmoud has urged Abuja residents to stay calm after bomb explosion, assuring them of ongoing security measures and investigations.
US Accuses Russia Of Funding Both Sides In Sudan Conflict
The US has accused Russia of funding both sides in Sudan’s war, amid rising tensions at the UN over the conflict.
Nasarawa Governor Sule Restructures Cabinet, Dissolves State Executive Council, Sacks SSG
Governor Abdullahi Sule has dissolved the Nasarawa Executive Council, sacks his SSG, citing efforts to restructure state governance
Bridge Collapse In Brazil Kills One, Spills Sulfuric Acid Into River
A Brazilian bridge collapse has killed one person and spilled sulfuric acid into the Tocantins River
Nigeria’s Crude Production To Increase By 30,000bpd As Oriental Energy Unveils $315m FPSO Vessel
Oriental Energy has unveiled a $315m FPSO vessel, expected to enhance Nigeria’s oil output and support Tinubu’s reforms.
110 Elderly Killed In Haiti Slum After Gang Leader Acts On Voodoo Priest’s Advice
A gang leader in Haiti massacred 110 elderly people, acting on a Voodoo priest’s claim of witchcraft causing his son’s illness.
Again, FG Dismisses Claims of Tax Reforms Targeting Northern Nigeria, Calls for National Unity
FG has assured that tax reforms are not anti-North, urging unity and constructive dialogue to address concerns raised by stakeholders.
