The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has assured Nigerians of strong security arrangements ahead of the Christmas festivities across the country. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Micheal Onoja, said the Armed Forces of Nigeria have intensified operations nationwide. He explained that the military is working closely with other…
The UK government plans to ban trail hunting in England and Wales. Officials will publish this decision on Monday as part of a new animal welfare strategy. This move targets practices that harm animals. As a result, animal rights groups welcome the reform. Understanding Trail Hunting Trail hunting involves hounds that follow artificial scents instead…
The Nigerian military had a major victory against the insurgents. The Nigerian soldiers launched an ambush on the Boko Haram logistics convoy in Borno State. They killed 21 terrorists. Intelligence Brings About a Successful Ambush Troops of Operation Hadin Kai operated on credible intelligence. They discovered a terrorist movement with supplies. Additionally, troops collaborated with…
One of only a few surviving witnesses of the Pearl Harbor attack of 1941, World War II Navy veteran Ira “Ike” Schab has died peacefully at age 105 years old, with a roomful of relatives surrounding him and swing music playing in the background on December 20, 2025. The Fateful Morning at Pearl Harbor On…
Gunmen launched a brutal assault in Bekkersdal township near Johannesburg early Sunday morning. Around 12 attackers arrived in two vehicles and opened fire at a local tavern. They targeted patrons inside before shooting randomly at people in the streets. This incident happened shortly before 1 a.m. local time, catching many off guard. Furthermore, witnesses described…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has warned opposition figures against challenging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. According to him, such a move amounts to political suicide. Shettima Speaks at APC NEC Meeting On Friday, Shettima spoke at the 15th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC). At the…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed the death of 12 persons in a fatal road crash in Kogi State. In addition, two other passengers sustained injuries in the incident. Crash Occurred Late Friday Night Meanwhile, the FRSC Sector Commander in Kogi State, Tenimu Etuku, confirmed the incident on Saturday. According to him, the…
The Trump administration says it has generated $1.3 billion from sales of President Donald Trump’s new $1 million immigration “gold card.” Officials made the claim on Friday as President Trump unveiled the card during a White House event. Trump described the initiative as “essentially a green card on steroids.” How the Gold Card Works The…
Authorities in Benin have placed former defence minister and opposition politician Candide Azannai in pre-trial detention following investigations into a failed coup earlier this month. Security officials detained Azannai on Saturday as part of a wider probe into the attempted takeover that shook the West African country in early December. Charges Linked to Coup Investigation…
Iran executed a man who was suspected of spying on December 20, 2025. Iran hanged Aghil Keshavarz for spying on Israel’s Mossad. This is an indication of the Iranian-Israel conflict. Details of the Case Officials arrested Keshavarz in May 2025. They caught him photographing a military headquarters in Urmia. Prosecutors claimed he completed over 200…
