Iran says Strait of Hormuz “completely open” to all ships amid Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
World shares were mixed Friday even after Wall Street set another record, as investors watched for signs of more U.S.-Iran talks and an extension of the ceasefire of the Iran war that is expiring next week. Oil prices fell Friday, while U.S. futures edged up. President Trump suggested Thursday that he’s open to extending the […]
Man caught with exhumed human skull
The Kwara State Police Command has recorded major breakthroughs in its ongoing crackdown on crime, including the interception of ammunition concealed in a bag of Garri (fried Cassava cake), the arrest of suspected cultists, and the recovery of a human skull allegedly meant for ritual purposes. Addressing journalists in Ilorin, Kwara state capital on Friday, […]
Ford recalls nearly 1.4 million F-150 pickup trucks due to gearshift issue
Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 1.4 million F-150 pickup trucks due to a gearshift issue that can increase the risk of a crash, according to a notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Federal regulators said a loss in signal between the transmission range sensor and the powertrain control module transmission can cause […]
Ned Nwoko Dismisses Fresh Paris Club Refund Claims
The lawmaker representing Delta North Senatorial District, Senator Ned Nwoko, has dismissed reports alleging fresh claims relating to outstanding consultancy fees linked to his company, describing the publications as false, misleading, and a distortion of established facts. In a statement issued by his media team in Abuja on Friday, the Senator responded to what he […]
Singer d4vd arrested on suspicion of murder in death of Celeste Rivas, LAPD says
Singer and songwriter d4vd has been arrested on suspicion of murder for the death of a 14-year-old girl whose dismembered body was found last year in a Tesla belonging to the musician. The arrest comes after the singer, whose name is David Burke, was the target of a grand jury investigation into the death of […]
LAMATA Gets Approval for Modern Ketu Bus Terminal Project
The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority has secured critical community support for the Quality Bus Corridor Package 1 project, which will transform the Ketu Lay-by (Demurin Bound) into a world-class, modern bus terminal. Following a high-level engagement with the leadership of Agboyi-Ketu on Thursday, the session finalised plans for the project, which is a key […]
Gala coach likens Victor Osimhen to Mbappe & Kane
Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk has stressed the importance of Victor Osimhen to the team by comparing their star striker to Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe and Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Buruk made this comparison amid calls for caution in managing the player’s recovery from an arm injury, as the club and their […]
How Trump’s Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz Works
Our business reporter Peter Eavis breaks down how American military ships have blocked Iranian-linked vessels from using the Strait of Hormuz as the U.S. encourages other vessels to make the passage. By Peter Eavis, Leila Medina, Nikolay Nikolov, Rafaela Balster, Stephanie Swart, Sutton Raphael, Josh Holder, Adina Renner and Blacki Migliozzi April 16, 2026 Source […]
BREAKING: Nigerian Police Invite Activist Israel Joe To Abuja After Condemning Delta Command Mass Raid, Illegal Arrests By Adejobi’s Men
The Force Intelligence Department (FID) of the Nigeria Police Force has invited human rights activist, Israel Joe, for interrogation, citing allegations bordering on a case of a missing person, cyberbullying, and conduct likely to cause breach of peace. In a letter dated April 8, 2026, and referenced CR: 3000/FID/FHQ/ABJ/GEN DVU/VOL DVU/VO2/469 21469, the police said […]
Trump says Israel, Lebanon agree to ceasefire as Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz gridlocked
Europe has “maybe 6 weeks or so (of) jet fuel left,” the head of the International Energy Agency said Thursday in an interview with The Associated Press, warning of possible flight cancellations “soon” if oil supplies remain blocked by the Iran war. IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol painted a sobering picture of the global repercussions […]