Former Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai has publicly responded to criticism surrounding a $1 billion defence fund, firmly stating that the money “did not pass through my hands.” Buratai made the remarks at the Defence Correspondents Association of Nigeria conference in Abuja on Monday, according to the supplied report. His response comes…
The United Kingdom has blamed Iran and imposed sanctions following the revelation of an alleged plot involving RAF Fairford, a Royal Air Force base. The incident has featured in international reporting covered by Nigerian news outlets, although details of the alleged plot have remained limited in the information provided. The UK’s response has drawn attention…
With the naira’s value swinging and food inflation remaining a concern through 2026, having the best free tools for tracking personal finances has become a practical matter rather than a choice for many Nigerian households. From monitoring exchange rates to managing everyday expenses and researching investments, free financial tools can help individuals understand their money…
The Nigerian government has called for stronger cross-sector collaboration to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR), warning of the dangers posed by drug-resistant infections to the general population and the country’s healthcare system. Minister of Health Muhammad Pate has emphasised the need for a coordinated approach to addressing antimicrobial resistance, an issue that requires action across human…
Nigerian and wider African students tracking fully funded postgraduate opportunities are currently navigating one of the busiest periods of the year. With the 2027/28 Chevening Scholarship deadline having passed on October 6, 2026, eligible applicants who missed that deadline will need to consider other opportunities. The Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship remains an alternative, with its stated…
Two major opportunities for young Africans are at critical points this week, with the Mandela Washington Fellowship application deadline falling on October 13, 2026, and the African Development Bank (AfDB) Internship Programme deadline having passed on October 12. The Mandela Washington Fellowship, the flagship young African leaders programme backed by the US government, offers an…
Longevity has become an important topic in wellness conversations in 2026. Rather than focusing only on looking younger, many people are becoming interested in maintaining energy, mobility, sleep quality and overall well-being as they age. The supplied material reports that 61 percent of Gen Z respondents are taking steps specifically aimed at living longer, while…
Timekeeping is one of the foundations of modern technology. Satellite navigation, financial transactions and scientific experiments all depend on the ability to measure time accurately. In 2026, nuclear clocks are attracting attention because they could offer new levels of precision and open fresh possibilities for scientific research. According to the information supplied for this article,…
Fashion in late 2026 is moving in an interesting direction. Instead of constantly chasing every new microtrend, more consumers are becoming intentional about what they wear, how they shop and the message their clothes communicate. Wardrobe curation, vintage-inspired fashion and era-mixing are becoming important parts of this shift, particularly among Gen Z and young millennials….
When people search for land or houses in Lagos, they often focus on familiar considerations such as road access, flood history, and proximity to the island. However, the older waterways that once connected communities long before the major bridges can also provide useful historical context when assessing certain lagoon-adjacent locations. These former routes helped people…