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French Journalist Christophe Gleizes Jailed in Algeria, Parents Say He Feels “Isolated” Amid Diplomatic Tensions

The parents of prominent French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes, sentenced to seven years in prison in Algeria, have spoken out about his condition, describing him as being in a “fighting…

South African Court Upholds 18-Year Jail Term for Nigerian Convicted of Human Trafficking

The Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, South Africa, has upheld the conviction and 18-year prison sentence of Nigerian national, Chinedu Justice Obasi, found guilty of human trafficking and entering into…

ASUU Awaits Members’ Verdict as FG Meets Over 2009 Agreement Stalemate

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has concluded its nationwide protests and is now set to hold congresses across campuses to determine its next line of action, even as…

Oil-Producing States Slash Debt by N611 Billion, Fueled by Derivation Fund Windfall

LAGOS, NIGERIA — Nigeria’s nine oil-producing states have significantly reduced their domestic debt burden by approximately N611 billion in a little under two years, a remarkable feat largely attributed to…

Sri Lanka’s Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe Arrested in Anti-Corruption Crackdown

Sri Lankan police on Friday arrested former president Ranil Wickremesinghe, making him the most senior opposition figure to be detained under the anti-corruption drive launched by the new leftist government.…

Sultanate Council Announces Moon Sighting for Rabi’ul Awwal 1447 AH

The Sultanate Council in Sokoto has announced that Saturday, August 23, 2025, corresponding to the 29th day of Safar 1447 AH, has been designated for the sighting of the new…

Tinubu Unveils Personal Income Tax Calculator Ahead of 2026 Reforms

President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to test a newly launched Personal Income Tax calculator designed to help citizens estimate their payments under the tax reforms recently signed into law.…

Lekki Port to Generate $200bn for FG Over 45-Year Concession – Oyetola

Lagos, Nigeria — The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has announced that the Lekki Deep Sea Port is projected to contribute more than $200 billion in revenue…

Buhari Was an Angel in Human Flesh — Ex-APC Chairman Bisi Akande

Kaduna, Nigeria — Pioneer National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Governor of Osun State, Chief Bisi Akande, has paid glowing tribute to the late former President…

Sony Raises PlayStation 5 Prices in U.S. as Trump Tariffs Drive Up Costs

Tokyo/Washington — Sony has announced a $50 price hike on its PlayStation 5 (PS5) consoles in the United States, citing the impact of tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump and…