Saudi Arabia has shut a critical oil pipeline after it was attacked by drones launched from Iraq, as the conflict in the Middle East continues to widen. The East-West pipeline, which stretches about 1,200 kilometres, allows Saudi Arabia to transport crude while bypassing the Strait of Hormuz. Saudi authorities said the pipeline was closed as […]

At least 130 Nigerians have registered for voluntary evacuation from South Africa amid rising tensions linked to anti-foreigner protests. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, disclosed this in a situation report, noting that the exercise is part of measures to safeguard Nigerians abroad. She said the directive followed President Bola Tinubu’s instruction for closer monitoring […]

Amid rising unrest in South Africa, the Nigerian Consulate in South Africa, in collaboration with the Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa, has offered a free repatriation flight to Nigerians willing to return home permanently. President of NICASA, Frank Onyekwelu, who spoke on Saturday, acknowledged that the situation had forced many Nigerians to shut their […]

As Christians across Nigeria mark Palm Sunday, Church Leaders have harped on the urgent need to embrace Exemplary Leadership, love, peace, and national unity to overcome present Challenges in the Nation. Donald Ehimiyein reports that Celebrants ‎from Benin City to Abuja, Lagos and Warri, worshippers gathered in colourful processions and special church services, waving palm […]

Palm Sunday celebrations were held across Christian communities in Nigeria, marking the beginning of Holy Week in the Christian calendar. At Saint Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church along Sapele Road in Benin City, faithful gathered in large numbers for the symbolic procession and special Mass commemorating the triumphant entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem. Donald […]