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Iran confirms Israel has k!lled security chief days after he mocked President Trump
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Iran confirms Israel has k!lled security chief days after he mocked President Trump

Iran has confirmed that one of its most powerful security figures has been k!lled in an Israeli strike, marking a dramatic escalation in the ongoing conflictArts & EntertainmentAli Larijani, one of Iran's most senior officials and a central figure in the country's security establishment, was k!lled in an overnight attack in Tehran, days after publicly mocking President Donald Trump.He had been heading the Supreme National Security Council – Iran's highest security body  and, following the de@ths of other senior figures, was widely viewed as the most powerful man in the regime.He was also the architect of the brutal crackdown on protesters in Iran earlier this year.'He was effectively the leader, the one calling the shots,' an Israeli Military official said. 'He...
P0rn star Bonnie Blue charged with outraging public decency
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P0rn star Bonnie Blue charged with outraging public decency

Bonnie Blue has been charged with outraging public decency following an alleged incident outside the Indonesian Embassy London.Arts & EntertainmentThe influencer, whose real name is Tia Billinger, is accused of mimicking a s3xual act while holding an Indonesian flag outside the embassy in London. According to police, the incident took place on Great Peter Street, SW1, and led to an investigation by the Metropolitan Police.A police spokesperson said: “A woman has been charged with outraging public decency following an investigation by the Met Police. Tia Billinger, 26… was charged via postal requisition on Monday, 16 March… She will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, 22 April.”The charge relates to an incident that occurred shortly after she returned ...
Nigeria’s Oil Output Drops 11% Year-on-Year – Report reveals
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Nigeria’s Oil Output Drops 11% Year-on-Year – Report reveals

Nigeria’s crude oil production, including condensates, recorded a decline of nine per cent month-on-month, falling to 1.483 million barrels per day (bpd) in February 2026 from 1.627 million bpd in January.The figures were released in the latest report by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), which also highlighted an 11 per cent year-on-year drop—from 1.671 million bpd in February 2025 to 1.483 million bpd in the same period this year.According to the commission, combined crude and condensate production fluctuated during the period, reaching a peak of 1.82 million bpd and a low of 1.52 million bpd.It added that the daily average output stood at 1,544,345 barrels per day, comprising 1,421,960 barrels of crude oil and 122,385 barrels of condensate.The...
Labour Pushes For ₦154,000 Minimum Wage For Public Workers
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Labour Pushes For ₦154,000 Minimum Wage For Public Workers

The National Public Service Negotiating Council, representing organised labour, has proposed a new monthly minimum wage of ₦154,000 for public sector employees, alongside a 120 per cent increase in salaries and allowances nationwide.The demand was conveyed in a letter dated March 12, 2026, addressed to the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. In the correspondence, the council also commended the recent approval of gratuity payments for retiring workers.The letter, signed by National Chairman, Benjamin Anthony, and National Secretary, Olowoyo Gbenga, emphasized the urgency of reviewing workers’ pay.According to the council, many public servants are currently facing severe financial strain despite their critical role in sustaining government operations.I...
“We Are Still Ashamed” — Sanwo-Olu Reacts To Tinubu’s 2023 Loss In Lagos
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“We Are Still Ashamed” — Sanwo-Olu Reacts To Tinubu’s 2023 Loss In Lagos

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has admitted that leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state remain deeply disappointed by the outcome of the 2023 presidential election in Lagos, describing it as a painful setback for the party.The governor made this known through his Chief of Staff, Tayo Ayinde, during a Ramadan lecture organised by the party on Tuesday.The event brought together party members for prayers and strategic discussions as they begin preparations for the 2027 general elections.Addressing supporters, Ayinde urged party faithful to start early preparations, particularly by registering and collecting their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), stressing that voter participation will be crucial in determining future outcomes.He noted that the part...
IAEA Urges Calm After Missile Strikes Iran’s Nuclear Facility
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IAEA Urges Calm After Missile Strikes Iran’s Nuclear Facility

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has called for restraint after a reported projectile strike at Iran’s only operational nuclear power plant.According to Iranian officials, the incident occurred on Tuesday evening at the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant. Despite the impact, authorities confirmed that there was no damage to the facility and no casualties among staff.In a statement shared online, the Vienna-based agency said it had been informed of the strike and reassured that the plant’s operations were not affected.IAEA Director-General, Rafael Grossi, warned against further escalation, stressing the importance of avoiding any situation that could trigger a nuclear accident.The Bushehr facility, located in southwestern Iran, remains the country’s only functioning nu...
UPDAT : AFCON drama, Senegal rejects CAF verdict, moves to appeal
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UPDAT : AFCON drama, Senegal rejects CAF verdict, moves to appeal

The Senegalese Football Federation has rejected the decision of the Confederation of African Football Appeal Board awarding the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title to Morocco and confirmed it will challenge the ruling at the Court of Arbitration for Sport.Morocco were on Tuesday crowned champions of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after the Confederation of African Football Appeal Board overturned the result of the final against Senegal, ruling that the West African side forfeited the match following a walk-off during the game in Rabat on January 19.CAF stated that “the Senegal national team is declared to have forfeited the final match of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025, with the result recorded as 3–0 in favour of the Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football.”...
Reaction as Tinubu orders political appointees seeking elective offices to resign before March 31
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Reaction as Tinubu orders political appointees seeking elective offices to resign before March 31

President Bola Tinubu has ordered all political appointees in his administration planning to run for elective positions in the 2027 general elections to vacate their offices on or before March 31, 2026.The directive covers a wide range of officials, including ministers, ministers of state, special advisers, senior special assistants, special assistants, personal aides, as well as directors-general and chief executives of federal parastatals, agencies, commissions, and government-owned enterprises.The order was conveyed through a circular from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, in line with Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act, 2026, and the timetable issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission ahead of party primaries for the 2027 polls.T...
‘Believe in My Father, He’s Repairing the System’ – Seyi Tinubu Appeals to Nigerians
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‘Believe in My Father, He’s Repairing the System’ – Seyi Tinubu Appeals to Nigerians

Seyi Tinubu, son of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has called on Nigerians to remain optimistic and supportive of his father’s administration, saying the country is undergoing a transformative shift.In a viral video making rounds on social media, Seyi expressed strong confidence in the President’s leadership and reform agenda, noting that the administration is taking Nigeria in a direction never experienced before.He urged citizens to trust the process, stating that the President is actively addressing long-standing structural issues rather than ignoring them.Seyi also disclosed that he continually prays for his father’s well-being and success in office, including the possibility of a second term, while maintaining that current policies will yield lasting benefits.Defending the governm...
“They’re Not Smart” — Donald Trump Reacts as Counterterror Chief Resigns Over Iran War Claims
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“They’re Not Smart” — Donald Trump Reacts as Counterterror Chief Resigns Over Iran War Claims

Joe Kent, the outgoing director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, has stepped down in protest over the Trump administration’s military action against Iran, drawing a sharp response from Donald Trump.Kent announced his resignation, stating he could not support what he described as a war lacking clear justification. He argued that Iran did not pose an immediate threat to the United States and suggested the conflict may have been influenced by external pressures—claims strongly dismissed by Trump.Speaking at the White House, Trump criticised Kent, labeling him “weak on security” and insisting there was no room in his administration for officials who downplay the risks posed by Iran.“They’re not smart people, or they’re not savvy people,” Trump said. “Iran was a tremend...
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