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Hungary blocked the European Union from providing loans to Ukraine to help its war efforts. Viktor Orban, the right-wing prime minister in Budapest, has consistently criticized the bloc’s commitment to supporting Kyiv and is seen as one of Vladimir Putin’s closest allies in Europe. His country is a member of the EU and he has been accused of weakening the …

A combined photo of Araraume and President Tinubu Senator Ifeanyi Araraume, a prominent leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has extended warm congratulations to Muslims in Nigeria and around the world on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Fitr. In a statement, Araraume acknowledged the significance of Eid-el-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, a period of spiritual reflection, fasting and …

Excessive use of social media has led to a sharp decline in happiness among the younger generation, according to a major academic study. Fifteen-year-old girls who use social media more than five hours a day are the group most likely to experience decreased life satisfaction, the 2026 edition of the World Happiness Report says. This annual study published by Oxford …

The very expensive missile duel over the past 24 hours in the Persian Gulf has confirmed one thing above all else. A prolonged war could have a negative impact on the global economy. In just one day and one night, Iran has achieved energy targets in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Israel. Likewise with its military defeat, or its leadership …

World football’s governing body FIFA has approved new regulations requiring all teams participating in women’s competitions to include at least one female coach. According to the new rule, participating teams must appoint a female head coach or assistant coach. The directive will apply to youth and senior tournaments, including national team and club competitions. The policy will debut at the …

Here are the top ten stories from across the country 1. Tinubu orders ministers and other political appointees with 2027 ambitions to resign by March 31 President Bola Tinubu has ordered all political appointees in his government who seek elected office in the 2027 elections to resign by March 31.Read more 2. Tinubu orders security chiefs to Maiduguri after suicide …

Yoruba state agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, has rejected criticism from human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, by dismissing statements describing his political stance and activism as “transactional.” The rebuttal followed a viral video showing Sowore criticizing what he called “transactional politics” among certain figures and influencers, alleging that some figures had compromised their principles by aligning political interests …

Godswill Akpabio As Muslims across the world celebrate Eid-el-Fitr on Friday, the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the faithful in Nigeria, calling for compassion, forgiveness and unity. Akpabio, in a congratulatory message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, congratulated Muslims for successfully completing the spiritual exercise …

President Donald Trump reacted sharply to the resignation of Joseph Kent, former director of the National Counterterrorism Center, and characterized the outgoing official as weak on national security following his decision to step down in protest of the ongoing conflict with Iran. Kent resigned amid escalating hostilities in the Middle East, which began on February 28 after Israel launched a …

No fewer than 17 motorists have been convicted for various traffic offenses along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, as authorities step up enforcement efforts to curb reckless driving and improve road safety. The convictions were obtained by the Federal Road Safety Corps, Ogun State Command, during a mobile court sitting on the Ogere axis of the busy highway.Spokesperson for the command, Odunsi …