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FirstBank meets CBN’s N500bn capital requirement a...

First HoldCo Plc has announced that its commercial banking subsidiary, First Bank of Nigeria (FirstBank), has met the Central Bank...

Oshoala hails Iwobi’s impact as Super Eagles reach...

Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala has praised Alex Iwobi for his role in the Super Eagles’ run at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nation...

Zenith Bank concludes Zecathon 5.0, awards N140m i...

Zenith Bank has concluded the 2025 edition of its innovation competition, Zecathon 5.0, at the Zenith Tech Fair, with a total of N...

Simi Drey alleges mistreatment by TAAG Airlines af...

Actor, television and radio presenter Simi Drey has accused TAAG Airlines of mistreatment and incompetence after she was stranded ...

GNI fire: Three Omatu brothers to be buried Januar...

The three Omatu brothers who died in the fire that gutted the Great Nigeria Insurance House (GNI) on Lagos Island, Lagos State, wi...

London travel news LIVE: Elizabeth line facing sev...

Damaged overhead wires are causing Elizabeth line delays as snow and ice warnings hit

Online property searches hit new record on Boxing ...

New buyer and seller activity on Boxing Day in 2025 was busiest in the South East, East of England and London, the website said

Icy London streets and pavements leave Londoners '...

The capital has been likened to an ‘ice rink’ by commuters struggling to stay on their feet

West Ham 1-2 Nottingham Forest: Pressure piles on ...

Championship beckons if Hammers can’t turn around dreadful form

FTSE 100 Live 07 January: Index record run on hold...

The new year rally of the FTSE 100 index has softened following last night’s latest record close.

Police recover military unexploded ordnance in Nig...

The police spokesman said that the device was identified as a UXO missile or military unexploded ordnance. The post Police recover...

AFCON 2025: Titans clash as quarter-final duels se...

Defending champions Côte d’Ivoire and seven-time winners Egypt headline a formidable last eight with Senegal, Cameroon, Nigeria, A...

Dozens killed, thousands arrested as Iranians cont...

Amnesty International has condemned Iranian security forces for aviolent clampdown on protesters, resulting in deaths and injuries...

Abia teachers threaten indefinite strike over welf...

The ultimatum, which expired at midnight on January 12, followed what the union described as government inaction on issues raised ...

Rep holds strategic stakeholders’ meeting in Kadun...

Daniel Amos said, “We must continue to work together as one family if we are to deliver meaningful and people-oriented governance....

What It Takes To Obtain Higher Life — Didi-Omah Sp...

There is only one way to live a higher life on earth, only one way — and that is being different. It is very much okay to be diffe...

Questions raised over Hochul’s understanding of ch...

Catholic attorney warns Gov. Hochul against signing assisted suicide bill, threatens to vote against her in upcoming election over...

Harvard president criticizes faculty activism, cla...

Harvard president criticizes faculty activism in classrooms, saying it creates fear among students to speak freely on controversia...

SEN TIM KAINE: Trump's Venezuela strike trampled C...

Virginia Democratic senator promises bipartisan resolution vote on Venezuela after unauthorized military strike and capture of Nic...

Delcy Rodriguez formally sworn in as Venezuela's i...

 Venezuelas parliament on Monday formally swore in Delcy Rodriguez as int

23-year-old Nigerian man st@bbed to d3ath in the U...

A 23-year-old Nigerian man, who was st@bbed to d3ath in south-east London on New Year's Eve has been named by the Metropo

Influencer d!es at 38 after undergoing £4k cosmet...

 An Italian influencer has d!ed after undergoing c

Maduro’s only son calls on Venezuelans to take t...

The only son of captured Venezuelan leader Nicols Maduro called on h

Before God and my conscience, I promise never to c...

A Nigerian lawyer, Stella Nnennaya, has expressed her pledge of eternal loyalty to her husband, who trained her in school

Rapper The Game sets $100 bill on fire to prove he...

The Game shared a photo of him burning money, sparking a conversation on Facebook. The US rapper is seen se

Viral photo of Pastor Jamal Bryant’s wife’s dr...

A photo of Pastor Jamal Bryant and his wife, Karri, from a recent high-profile charity event has stirred widespread debate online ...

Bishop Patrick Wooden questions Pastor Jamal Bryan...

A sermon by COGIC bishop Patrick Wooden has sparked online debate after he openly criticised Pastor Jamal Bryant over the way he i...

Photo of 13-year-old boy allegedly shot dead in Ak...

A photo of the 13-year-old boy, Timothy Daniel, who was allegedly shot de@d by a soldier in Akwa Ibom state has been shared

“Nothing happened between Victor Osimhen and me....

Super Eagles winger, Ademola Lookman, has played down the rift be

Chaos as gunfire erupts near Venezuela's president...

Venezuela was gripped by unrest on Monday night, Jan. 5, after reports of heavy gunfire near the pres

Troops dismantle su!cide bombing network, intercep...

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have have dismantled a suicide bombing network and intercepted terrorists' logistics during

Unbothered Ruben Amorim and his wife are seen for ...

Ruben Amorim looked unbothered as he was seen for the first time since being sacked by Manchester Uni

Watch the heartwarming moment Ghana police officer...

A heartwarming roadside encounter involving a Ghanaian police officer and a driver has gone viral.&

19 Nigerian Banks Achieve Full Compliance with CBN...

By Emmanuel Kwada  In a significant boost to...

OPINION: The Fall of Maduro and the Urgent Warning...

By Emmanuel Kwada In a powerful op-ed published...

Female-Led Jeng Joins Quench Ventures' Portfolio o...

Investment positions Jeng alongside Quench Ventures portfolio companies including Cirkul, Long Drink, Liquid Death and SipMargs

Clarke, the Comet in ‘Greenland,’ Wasn’t Actually ...

Sorry, '2001: A Space Odyssey' fans, but the cosmic menace in the Gerard Butler disaster series has a more ordinary inspiration.

Timekettle Reveals a Major Upgrade to Its Real-Tim...

The Babel fish real-time translator is becoming a reality.

Wordle Today #1662: Hints, Clues and Answer for Ja...

Wordle players can find the answer to Wordle number 1662. The hidden word is OOMPH. Hints are available to help players guess the ...

Vikram Bhatt and wife Shertambari Bhatt DENIED bai...

Rajasthan HC denies bail to filmmaker Vikram Bhatt and wife Shwetambari in ₹30 cr Udaipur fraud case. Court sees deliberate fund d...

Evening news wrap: SC raps air quality body over D...

The Supreme Court has criticized the CAQM for its inaction on Delhi's air pollution, ordering a meeting with experts within two we...

Indian scientists discover a new snake species and...

Scientists have identified a new species of reed snake, Calamaria mizoramensis, in Mizoram, India. Initially collected in 2008, it...

Rohit Shetty and Upendra Limaye in Ashish Chanchla...

Ashish Chanchlani's web series 'Ekaki' has captivated audiences with its blend of horror, comedy, and suspense. Chapter 4 delivere...

Nollywood Movies And Series Coming Out This Januar...

Nollywood has a great selection of movies and series coming out this January to keep viewers glued to their TV screens. Exploring ...

Donald Trump was never a dove

In 2023, then-Sen. JD Vance endorsed President Donald Trump’s presidential bid for one big reason: Trump’s commitment to peace. “H...

Trump’s big change to childhood vaccines, briefly ...

This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting ...

Trump’s actions in Venezuela have Latin America on...

The fallout from the US capture and extradition of Nicolás Maduro is radiating around the world.  In a speech at Venezuela’s legis...

Revealed: The £400million London houses that were ...

More than £400million was poured into just ten Londonhomes in 2025 as the capital's super-prime property market continued to attra...

Rose McGowan suspects Harvey Weinstein is serving ...

The actress, 52, who was one of the leading activists of the global Me Too movement and accused Weinstein of sexually assaulting h...

Restaurant blames '100 illegal immigrants' in hote...

Managers of Ceno Bar and Restaurant in Southampton said illegal migrants have damaged the business and made it almost 'impossible ...

I have vascular dementia AND Alzheimer's. So why d...

After almost 40 years in nursing, much of it spent in cardiology, using a defibrillator machine was second nature to Fran Murt.

Footballer Ogenyi Onazi Speaks Out After Car Crash...

Former Super Eagles midfielder Ogenyi Onazi has raised alarm over the growing danger of drunk driving in Lagos after narrowly esca...

Tim Walz’s 17 Months in Politics Before Ending His...

Mr. Walz drew national notice when Kamala Harris chose him as her running mate. A fraud scandal derailed his bid for re-election a...

Facing Challenge From Lander, Dan Goldman Prepares...

Mr. Goldman, a Democrat from New York City, faces a stiff primary battle that could turn on Gaza and how to fight President Trump.

U.S. Faces Uproar Over Venezuela Attack, and Kenne...

Plus, Marjorie Taylor Greene’s last day.

Peace Is Unraveling

As states disregard limits on the lawful use of force, this may be just the beginning of a slide into frequent war.

Egypt not among AFCON favorites but will keep figh...

Egypt forward Mohamed Salah said his team was not among the favourites to win the Africa Cup of Nations title, but insisted they w...

Gold price rises after US captures Venezuela’s Mad...

Precious metal prices have risen after the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro increased investors’ concerns about g...

Awakening of the African youth

I’M grateful to the Ghanaian Times for publishing my article on ‘The fundamental causes of coups d’état in West African sub region...

Otumfuo pays historic visit to IGP today

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is paying a landmark visit to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno...

Togbe Ghana hosts third edition of Ghana Beach fes...

Musician Togbe Ghana has hosted the third edition of the Ghana Beach Festival, an event aimed at promoting cleanliness and sustain...

North Korea crackdown as neighbours told to spy an...

For those who report on their neighbours, authorities are offering rewards.

Meghan Markle in an ‘awkward position’ after Princ...

Prince Harry could win back his armed security in the UK, but that wouldn't be good news for Meghan Markle, according to an expert...

Fan reveals what Princess Beatrice's husband is re...

Princess Beatrice tied the knot with Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi in 2020 and we know relatively little about him.

All Android owners warned not to ignore latest fre...

You should head to your phone's settings app today to see if you have an update to install.

Storm Goretti: New named storm to batter UK on Thu...

The UK will be hit by a storm, days after snow plunged the country into chaos.

Christian Genocide: How Israel PM, Netanyahu Plans...

According to a report by Daily Post, on Tuesday January 6, 2026, the Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, has revealed ...

Wike: If The President Does Not Call Him To Order,...

Frank Tietie, a prominent Nigerian human rights lawyer, has raised serious concerns over the growing political influence of the Mi...

Wike’s Son:My Worry Is Where He Performs Public Fu...

Henry Ekine, a human rights lawyer and political analyst, has reacted to rumours that Nyesom Wike’s son, who is often seen accompa...

BAT: In saudi Arabia, When They Had Economic Troub...

The founder of Anap Foundation and Stanbic IBTC Bank, Atedo Peterside has told President Bola Ahmed Tinubu what they did in Saudi ...

“They Do Not Have A Military. All They Do Is Rub A...

United States President Donald Trump has delivered sharp criticism of Somalia while defending what he described as tough security ...

Horse Racing Betting Sites UK: Best Racing Bookmak...

Compare over 50 licensed horse racing betting sites and find out which bookmakers make the grade as the best horse racing betting ...

Drop-off fee at Gatwick airport skyrockets

Best high-interest savings accounts and cash ISAs ...

Interest rates fell four times last year but you can still earn enough on your cash to outstrip inflation

Bangladesh bans IPL broadcasts after one of its st...

India and Bangladesh have been locked in an escalating spiral of geopolitical and diplomatic tensions since the summer of 2024 whe...

Tourists left stranded on island after violent cla...

Parkdean launches all-inclusive holidays at 42 res...

ONE of the most popular UK holiday parks has launched an all-inclusive offer - and it includes all your food and drink. Parkdean's...

Love Island star drops huge hint she’s returning t...

A LOVE Island star has dropped a huge hint she's returning for the All stars spin-off after a bitter split with her ex. The brunet...

‘You’re THAT mother-in-law’ people cry as groom’s ...

A WOMAN has sparked outrage online after showing off the dress she wore to her son's wedding. Tara, from the US, shared a clip of ...

Newlywed bride, 24, survives crash only to be kill...

A NEWLYWED bride survived a motorway crash with her husband - only to be killed moments later when a lorry ploughed into them as t...

Neymar shows off private jet, Batcopter and Batmob...

NEYMAR says his "dreams have come true" after splashing out on a £1.3million Batmobile which he can't even use. Parked up next to ...

It’s just football, Lookman shrugs off Osimhen out...

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has played down Victor Osimhen’s reaction towards some teammates during Nigeria’s 4-0 win ove...

Why I’m taking break from social media – DJ Cuppy...

Disc jockey Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has announced she is taking a temporary break from social media to focu...

NLNG appoints Leye Falade as CEO to succeed Philip...

Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Limited (NLNG) has announced the appointment of Leye Falade as its chief executive officer. Accordin...

Tiwa Savage threatens action against X user over c...

Afrobeats singer Tiwa Savage has publicly warned social media user Dami Foreign after he commented about her son, Jamil Balogun, i...

Akor Adams dedicates first AFCON goal to sick moth...

Super Eagles striker Akor Adams has dedicated his first goal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to his mother, who was hosp...

What Chelsea fans can expect from Liam Rosenior as...

Former Hull and Derby boss has swapped Strasbourg for Stamford Bridge as Enzo Maresca’s successor

Starmer says UK ‘turning the corner’ at first Cabi...

Labour faces a difficult set of elections in May in English local authorities and the Scottish and Welsh parliaments.

Ten things you should know before buying a new-bui...

Do you know how buying a new-build home differs from buying secondhand? Here’s your essential guide

'Another humiliating step': Strasbourg fans slam C...

BlueCo face backlash from furious supporters over move multi-club model

Starmer plea for Cabinet ministers to work as a 't...

He told his senior ministers that Labour would be judged on whether it had tackled the cost-of-living problems faced by many house...

Lagos-Calabar coastal highway gets boost with NEC ...

“Our mandate was to protect the project from regulatory risk and provide the legal foundation for financing,” said Mr Itua. The po...

Ibadan to experience power outage, IBEDC cites roa...

"Some feeders will be switched off for approximately 3 hours daily from Monday, 5th January 2026, to Friday, 9th January 2026," sa...

Kidnapped retired colonel rescued by troops in Pla...

The military and vigilantes have rescued a retired army colonel from suspected kidnappers. The post Kidnapped retired colonel resc...

Chelsea appoint Liam Rosenior as new head coach

Chelsea have announced the appointment of Liam Rosenior as head coach of the men’s team. The post Chelsea appoint Liam Rosenior as...

Oyo: Gov Makinde suspends Atisbo chief over illega...

Governor Seyi Makinde’s government has suspended the Sobaloju of Ofiki, Atisbo LGA, Jacob Adefabi, over alleged illegal mining act...

What happened after the country’s 'most dangerous ...

Crime rates have declined statewide since Illinois ended cash bail with the SAFE-T Act, but some rural law enforcement leaders war...

ENES KANTER FREEDOM: I came here for my basketball...

Enes Kanter Freedom came to America as a Muslim immigrant chasing basketball dreams but found a sense of belonging and now speaks ...

Who’s who in Maduro case: The judge, prosecutors a...

Former Venezuela leader Nicolas Maduro appeared in federal court on narco-terrorism and drug trafficking charges after weekend cap...

LARRY KUDLOW: Trump’s freedom corollary to the Mon...

There’s no room for communism, war, or narco-terrorism in the Western hemisphere. President Trump is flexing America's muscles