A Revolution That Altered Global Alliances THE Iranian Revolution of 1979 did more than overthrow the monarchy of Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi. It also transformed Iran’s foreign policy, particularly its relationship with apartheid-era South Africa and the liberation movements fighting white minority rule. For many Africans and historians, the shift represented one of the most […]
By BLESSING P AGHO Federal Metering Intervention Under Scrutiny FRESH questions are emerging over the distribution of prepaid electricity meters supplied to power distribution companies under a federal intervention programme aimed at reducing estimated billing across Nigeria. According to information circulating among electricity consumers, the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) reportedly received about 75,000 prepaid meters […]
Iranian Team Responds to Controversy THE Iran national football team has responded decisively to recent controversy surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that neither the United States nor any other nation can prevent its participation. The comments follow warnings from former U.S. President Donald Trump, who raised concerns over Iran’s involvement citing geopolitical tensions […]
Iran Signals Withdrawal from Global Tournament THE reported decision by the Iran national football team to boycott the 2026 FIFA World Cup has triggered discussions within FIFA over how to fill the vacant slot should the withdrawal be formally confirmed. The announcement was made by Iran’s Sports Minister, Ahmad Donyamali, who stated that the country […]
Korea Seize Momentum After Early Deficit SOUTH Korea produced a commanding performance to defeat Nigeria 77–60 in a Group A clash at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 Qualifying Tournament in Villeurbanne, France. Nigeria started strongly and led 16–12 early in the first quarter, but the momentum quickly shifted as the Koreans mounted a […]
Government Moves to Restructure Nigeria’s Tax System NIGERIA’S ongoing tax reforms are expected to reduce the burden on low-income earners while simplifying the country’s complex tax structure, according to officials involved in implementing the new framework. The Chairman of the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee, Joseph Tegbe, made this known during a Tax Reform Conference […]
Party Strategy Emerges Ahead of 2027 Elections FRESH indications have emerged that the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) may adopt a policy granting automatic return tickets to first-term governors and members of the National Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections. Although the party leadership has yet to release an […]
By INIOBONG AKPAN Government Prioritises Children’s Future THE Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to building a safe and secure environment that will support the growth and development of children in the state. The governor made the pledge while receiving pupils of King’s Kids Christian Montessori School, Uyo, during an […]
By GREG NWOKO A Career Spanning Nigeria’s Military Evolution The career of Major General Raymond Matthew Dumuje mirrors the transformation of Nigeria’s armed forces from colonial-era units to a modern national military. Dumuje, an indigene of the Udu clan in Delta State, belonged to the early generation of Nigerian officers who rose through the ranks during […]
NHIA Moves to Protect Pregnant Women THE National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has reaffirmed that no woman should lose her life because she cannot afford treatment during pregnancy-related emergencies. The Director-General of the agency, Kelechi Ohiri, stated this in an interview in Abuja while discussing a Federal Government intervention aimed at improving access to emergency […]