A TikTok user shared video footage captured from a plane window flying over Iran just before the no-fly zone was enforced, showing unusual ground patterns that sparked widespread speculation and environmental explanations online.
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The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has condemned the arrest of 42 Nigerians in Mozambique, labeling it a xenophobic attack and calling for their immediate release or legal charges.
A fire outbreak destroyed part of the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation in Abuja on March 9, 2026, causing panic. Early reports suggest a power surge may be the cause.
The All Progressives Congress expresses shock and sadness over the sudden death of Chamberlain Dunkwu, a key party figure and Nigeria Aquatics Federation president, who collapsed at his Abuja home.
Rising global oil prices driven by Middle East tensions are pushing Nigerian fuel costs to record highs, creating economic hardship that could significantly influence voter sentiment in the 2027 elections.
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Mojtaba Khamenei, son of late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, becomes Iran's new supreme leader and immediately orders missile strikes across the Middle East, targeting Israel, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain, escalating regional conflict and causing oil p
Iran's clerical body has selected 56-year-old Mojtaba Khamenei as the new supreme leader, marking the first father-to-son transition since the 1979 revolution. The assembly called for national unity and allegiance during critical times.
Donald Trump warns Iran's next supreme leader must gain his approval to remain in power, as Tehran prepares to announce a successor after Khamenei's death. The US-Israeli conflict escalates with new strikes and warnings from both sides.
Former US President Donald Trump dismisses Britain's consideration of deploying aircraft carriers to the Middle East, claiming the US no longer needs assistance after winning the Iran war, escalating tensions between the allies.
President Tinubu receives praise for shifting US-Nigeria relations from conflict over Christian attacks to a cooperative military partnership, focusing on insurgency.
A political analyst suggests the Nigerian government may prolong Nasir El-Rufai's detention to keep him politically occupied during critical election periods, preventing him from causing disruptions.
The Coalition Political Action Committee warns the Federal Government that detaining former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai beyond the 14-day remand period violates constitutional rights and international human rights laws.
Analysis outlines three critical steps for the African Democratic Congress to transform into a major opposition force ahead of the 2027 elections, focusing on leadership unity and grassroots engagement.
The recent Abuja area council elections have solidified two major speculations ahead of the 2027 general elections: the ADC's unpreparedness and the APC's enduring strength, as analyzed by political experts.
A North Central youth group has declared support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections, calling for increased engagement between political appointees and young people to foster governance and development in the region.
The African Action Congress has issued a stark warning about alleged plans by the ruling APC to manipulate the 2027 elections while declaring its own readiness to meet INEC's electoral timetable.
The Reform Caucus of COSEYL has suspended Goodluck Ibem for issuing a defamatory statement against Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu without authorization. The group apologized to Kalu and dismissed a related petition as lacking merit.
Peoples Democratic Party governors call for restraint and respect for judicial process as Nigeria's Court of Appeal prepares to deliver judgment on party leadership dispute.
NIDCOM's Abike Dabiri-Erewa calls for immediate release of 42 Nigerians detained in Mozambique without allegations, citing xenophobic attacks and illegal arrests.
Two prominent PDP figures, Adelaja Adeoye and Segun Showunmi, have declared intentions to contest governorship elections in Lagos and Ogun states in 2027, signaling the party's push to regain influence in the Southwest region.
The Nigerian federal government has approved 50,000 additional slots for the 2026 NYSC mobilisation to address graduate backlogs. Plans include improved kits, feeding, and transport allowances in future budgets.
A Nigerian man, @Myka_veli, has relocated overseas, citing the deaths of his brother and mother due to medical negligence and fraud as reasons for his departure, sparking mixed reactions online.
Iran's Assembly of Experts prepares to choose a new Supreme Leader after Ali Khamenei's death in missile strikes, with Israel vowing to target whoever is selected. Succession plans face obstacles amid war tensions.
Iran launched missile and drone strikes targeting Kuwait International Airport's fuel tanks and a Bahrain desalination facility, killing two Kuwaiti border guards and injuring three in Bahrain as regional conflict intensifies.
Ghana has formally requested a United Nations investigation after missile strikes hit its peacekeeping battalion in Lebanon, critically injuring two soldiers and destroying part of their base. The attack occurred amid escalating regional tensions between
Iran's Ambassador to Nigeria pledges readiness to assist Nigeria in combating Boko Haram and ISWAP, while rejecting Israeli allegations of terrorism sponsorship as attempts to undermine six-decade bilateral relations.
An Israeli airstrike on a building in southern Lebanon has resulted in the deaths of at least 19 people, predominantly women and children, as confirmed by local reports and a war correspondent.
The Nigerian government has released 14 emergency contact numbers for citizens in the Middle East as regional tensions escalate, urging registration with diplomatic missions and coordination of evacuation plans.
On International Women's Day 2026, four prominent Kano female political figures are spotlighted for their influence and achievements in Nigerian politics, including Naja'atu Mohammed and Maryam Uwais.
The UK has published its 2026 customs regulations detailing prohibited items and restricted goods requiring special licenses. Travelers must comply to avoid seizures or legal action.