The U.S. Embassy in Beirut announced on March 3, 2026, that it would remain closed until further notice. Embassy officials pointed to ongoing regional tensions as the direct cause. The embassy posted the decision on the social media platform X. “Due to ongoing regional tensions, US Embassy Beirut will be closed until further notice,” the…
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) reported 75 Lassa fever deaths across Nigeria in seven weeks. In its latest situation report the agency confirmed 326 cases as of epidemiological week seven from February 9 to 15. These cases spread across 16 states and 58 local government areas. The report showed a case…
Father of accused shooter receives guilty verdict on all counts after brief jury deliberations. The jury convicted Colin Gray of second-degree murder and all other charges on Tuesday. The panel reached its decision in less than two hours of deliberations following two weeks of testimony. Colin Gray faced nearly 30 counts in connection with the…
Family members of Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes buried him in a golden casket on Monday. The ceremony took place in Jalisco state near Guadalajara. Officials confirmed the burial at a cemetery in Zapopan. Burial Occurs in Cartel Stronghold Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes led the Jalisco New Generation Cartel for years. Subsequently, he died in…
President Bola Tinubu has nominated Taiwo Oyedele as minister of state for finance. The president forwarded Oyedele’s nomination to the Senate on Tuesday in a letter addressed to the president of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, seeking confirmation. Oyedele will replace Doris Uzoka-Anite, who now moves to the Ministry of Budget and National Planning as minister…
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces two days of congressional questioning that began Tuesday amid sharp criticism of immigration enforcement and rising concerns over homeland security after U.S. strikes on Iran. Noem Faces First Capitol Hill Appearance Since Minneapolis Shootings Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday. Lawmakers pressed…
Saudi Ministry of Defense officials confirmed that two drones attacked the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh on Tuesday. Additionally, the assault caused what the ministry described as “a small fire and limited damage.” Attack Targets Diplomatic Compound Two drones hit the U.S. Embassy complex in the Saudi capital early Tuesday morning. Subsequently, Saudi air defenses intercepted…
The United States called on its citizens to leave the Middle East region immediately. The joint U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran continued for a fourth day on Tuesday. Iranian forces faced ongoing strikes on their missile systems while the regime released a video to project strength. State Department Issues Urgent Evacuation Alert The U.S. State…
Natasha Osawaru Idibia, wife of Nigerian music legend 2Baba, has once again celebrated her husband’s incredible talent. The Edo-born socialite shared a video from the veteran singer’s Instagram page on her story, showering him with heartfelt praise. In her post, she confidently called him the greatest of all time in the music industry. “My husband…
Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria has officially shifted its local strategy toward premium and wealth banking. By introducing a N7.5 million minimum account balance (or equivalent assets under management) requirement for customers wishing to maintain retail accounts. Although, The policy, which took effect at the end of February 2026. Which led to the closure of accounts…
