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Australian Scientists Track COVID-19’s Genetic Evolution Over 5 Years

Australian researchers published new findings on Tuesday, revealing how rapidly SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind COVID-19, evolved, offering crucial insights that could aid in forecasting and combating future variants. Researchers from the University... Read more »
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Wike’s Voice Heard Screaming “Satan, You Cannot!” as Jet Experienced Engine Failure

A viral video circulating on social media has captured a moment of high tension reportedly involving Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. In the clip, a voice believed to be... Read more »
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Togo Releases Activists Arrested During Anti-Government Protests

More than 50 people detained during anti-government protests in Togo last week have been released, while others remain in custody, the public prosecutor said. Dozens of protesters were dispersed with tear gas... Read more »
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Anambra Times Rebrands as the Beacon of South-East

Anambra Times is poised for a grand rebranding event. Anambra Times, which started out as a glossy news-feature magazine, is on course to becoming an entirely new package. An exclusive initiative of... Read more »
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Ohanaeze Youth Council Demands Immediate Release of Detained Whistleblower Obinna Akuwudike

The Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC) has issued a strong appeal to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, calling for the immediate release of Mazi Obinna Akuwudike—the Council’s Member of Directorate Media... Read more »
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Legend Internet’s Profit After Tax Declines to N32.9m in Q1 2025

Legend Internet Plc has reported a profit after tax of N32.9m for the first quarter ended April 30, 2025, representing a 54.3 per cent decline compared to the N72.1m recorded in the... Read more »
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Man Who Refused Police Invitation Drags Harrison Gwamnishu, Others to Okija Shrine

A man identified as Godtimes Okpedesiwe, who was accused of absconding with his two-year-old child and failing to honor a police invitation, reportedly took human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu and others to... Read more »
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FRSC Commends FMC Abuja’s Probe into Staff Negligence

The Federal Road Safety Corps has commended the management of the Federal Medical Centre Jabi, Abuja for taking decisive action against staff alleged to have neglected an accident victim. The FRSC Corps... Read more »
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PDP Leaders Divided Over Erring Members

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftains have disagreed on whether or not members of the opposition party,  allegedly involved in anti-party activities should be sanctioned. While some of the PDP leaders, who spoke exclusively in... Read more »
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FMC Abuja Under Investigation Over Viral Video of Alleged Patient Neglect

The Federal Government has launched an investigation into a viral video showing alleged neglect of accident victims at the Emergency Unit of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, Abuja. LIB had shared... Read more »
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Woman Arrested for Pouring Acid on Ex-Boyfriend in Accra

The Greater Accra Regional Police Command in Ghana has confirmed the arrest of 30-year-old Mavis Nkrumah for allegedly pouring acid on her ex-boyfriend, Gideon Frimpong, during a confrontation over their breakup. Police... Read more »
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Sealing embassies for ground rent violates Vienna convention – Falana

Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has cautioned the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, against any plan to seal off embassies and foreign missions in... Read more »
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Retired Major Dies After Paying N10m Ransom

The Kogi State Police Command has confirmed the death of a retired Army Major, Joe Ajayi, in the hands of his abductors after the payment of N10 million ransom by his family... Read more »
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Governor Abiodun Gives Go-Ahead for Ibara GRA Fencing Project

Determined to ensure adequate security for the residents of Ibara GRA Regeneration Scheme, the Ogun State governor, Dapo Abiodun, has approved the construction of a ring-fenced perimeter and installation of a gating... Read more »
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Tensions Rise as Israel Intercepts Gaza Aid Boat, Detains Activists

A Gaza-bound aid boat reached Israel’s Ashdod port on Monday after being intercepted by Israeli forces, preventing the dozen activists on board, including Swedish campaigner Greta Thunberg, from reaching the blockaded Palestinian... Read more »
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Hajj 2025 Comes to a Close: Saudi Arabia Begins Planning for 2026

The 2025 Hajj exercise formally came to an end today as pilgrims completed the ritual of stoning at the three Jamarat in Mina and left the Tent City for Makkah to perform... Read more »
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French National Found Dead in Makurdi Hotel, Probe Underway

Benue State Police Command has begun investigation into the death of a French national, identified as Pietier Gilles who suddenly died in a hotel in Gboko. Gilles, who is said to be... Read more »
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Russia Intensifies Aerial Attacks on Ukraine with 479 Drones

Moscow fired a record 479 drones at Ukraine, including on the western region of Rivne that has been largely spared from attacks, Kyiv said Monday, also claiming an attack on a Russian... Read more »
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Wike Inspects ICC Renovation, Announces Inauguration Date

The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has stated that operational use of the newly renovated Abuja International Conference Centre will commence after the inauguration, scheduled for the 10th of June, 2025. The Minister... Read more »
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Lagos PDP Chieftains Defect to APC in Major Blow

The Lead Visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Movement, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as JANDOR, on Monday formally received some members of the State Executive Council (SEC) of the Lagos State chapter... Read more »