Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle revealed his long-term career goal in a recent interview. The 48-year-old tactician stated his desire to lead Spanish club Real Madrid. He spoke to RMC Sport on February 9, 2026. Background on Chelle Eric Chelle, born in Ivory Coast to a French father and Malian mother, played as a…
Thomas Massie, Republican Representative from Kentucky, called for the resignation of Howard Lutnick, Commerce Secretary, over ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Massie co-authored the law that forced the release of Epstein files. The documents revealed ongoing contacts between Lutnick and Epstein after 2005. Contradictory Claims Lutnick stated in a 2025 podcast that he cut ties with…
Bola Tinubu, President of Nigeria, received a United States military delegation at the presidential villa in Abuja. The meeting occurred on February 8, 2026. Delegation Composition General Dagvin R. Anderson, Commander of United States Africa Command, led the delegation. Other members included Keith Heffern, Charge d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria; Garric M. Banfield,…
Abbas Araghchi, the Foreign Minister of Iran, declared that Tehran refused to abandon uranium enrichment despite US demands. He stated, “Why do we insist so much on enrichment and refuse to give it up, even if a war is imposed on us? Because no one has the right to dictate our behaviour.” Araghchi emphasized that…
Morgan McSweeney resigned as chief of staff to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Sunday. He cited his role in advising the appointment of Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador to the United States in 2024. This move came amid fresh revelations about Mandelson’s ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Resignation Details McSweeney stated he…
The bandits, numbering about 15, ambushed the security team despite prior intelligence. Shooting broke out between the groups. However the attackers overpowered one defender in the clash. Victim Details Samuel, a forest guard, sustained fatal gunshot wounds during the gun battle. Medical personnel confirmed his death shortly after. Authorities transported his body to Egbe Hospital…
Robert Prevost, who serves as Pope Leo XIV, shared his grief over recent violent attacks in Nigeria. He posted his message on X, formerly known as Twitter, on February 8, 2026. The statement addressed assaults that claimed numerous lives in three states. Pope’s Full Statement Highlights Concern Pope wrote, “It is with sorrow and concern…
Suspected armed herdsmen launched an attack on Akpete community in Apa Local Government Area of Benue State on February 6, 2026. The assailants first struck around noon, but local youths resisted and forced them to retreat. However the attackers returned in larger numbers at about 6 p.m. and moved house to house, targeting residents. Residents…
Nancy Pelosi endorsed Jack Schlossberg in his bid for New York’s 12th Congressional District seat. Schlossberg competed in the Democratic primary for the Manhattan district. The seat opened after Jerry Nadler retired after over three decades in Congress. Endorsement Details Pelosi announced the endorsement on February 8, 2026. She highlighted Schlossberg’s youth appeal in a…
Bello Matawalle, Minister of State for Defence, hosted the wedding of his 10 children in Abuja on February 6, 2026. The event took place at the National Mosque. Five daughters and five sons tied the knot in a joint ceremony. Ceremony Details The wedding Fatiha began after Jumu’ah prayers. Professor Luqman Zakariyah officiated the solemnization….
