Afghanistan and Pakistan are heading to Turkey for a second round of crisis talks, officials said Friday, after recent fighting between them killed dozens of people and injured hundreds more. The neighbors are embroiled in a bitter security row that has become increasingly violent, with each side saying they were responding to aggression from the other. Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of turning a blind eye to armed groups that cross the border for attacks, a charge the country’s Taliban rulers reject. Last weekend, Qatar and Turkey mediated a ceasefire to pause the hostilities. The truce has largely held, although the countries’ border remains closed except for Afghan refugees...
Nollywood Actor And Content Creator Williams Uchemba Demands Accountability Of Apprehended Kidnappers, Calls For Public Execution Of Same.
Nollywood actor and content creator Williams Uchemba, has demanded for accountability of apprehended kidnappers, while calling for public execution of same, citing China’s model as deterrents. According to the actor: “The punishment for kidnapping is death. I don’t know why, when it’s time to execute that constitution, we’re not as vocal as we should be. “When these kidnappers are caught, we don’t hear anything, whether they’re being imprisoned or executed. “Nigeria needs to have a special channel that will be showing how all these kidnapping cases are handled, just like BBNaija.” Uchemba demanded This is coming after the abduction and...
BREAKING: FATF delists Nigeria from global money laundering watchlist
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has delisted Nigeria from its greylist of countries with deficiencies in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing frameworks. The global finance watchdog announced the decision at the end of a plenary meeting on Friday. South Africa, Mozambique, and Burkina Faso were among the four African countries removed from the list. The FTAF said the countries’ governments stepped up efforts to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.
New Chief of Air Staff isAVM SK Aneke (From Udi LGA)
Air Vice Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke is the Chief of Air Staff (CAS) of the Nigerian Air Force, appointed by President Bola Tinubu on October 24, 2025. He previously served as the Air Officer Commanding Mobility Command.Profile and educationAir Vice Marshal Aneke was born on February 20, 1972, in Makurdi, Benue State, and hails from Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State. He enlisted in the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in 1988 and was commissioned as a Pilot Officer in the Nigerian Air Force in 1993. He holds multiple degrees, including a Bachelor of Science in Physics and master’s degrees...
Five Pertinent Questions To Ask The Registered Facility You Want To Give Birth In
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Peter Obi Summation On FG’s $1 Billion Approval To Modernise Lagos Ports, Calls For Equitable Development
“The Imperative of Diversifying Port Development in Nigeria “I have noted the Federal Government’s recent approval of $1 billion (₦1.5 trillion) for the modernisation of the Apapa and TinCan Island Ports in Lagos. “While any effort to improve efficiency and embrace technology in our maritime sector is commendable, such an initiative must be guided by accountability, transparency, and equity for all Nigerians. However, this development once again exposes a longstanding concentration of our port development only in Lagos. “Nigeria’s infrastructure investment remains excessively concentrated in Lagos, often at the expense of other strategic ports such as Warri, Port Harcourt, Calabar,...
President Bola Tinubu Approves Hierarchy Change of Nigeria armed forces to strengthen the nation’s security
Nigerian president Bola Tinubu in a statement on Friday evening disclosed that his office has approved the hierarchy change of the nation’s armed forces to tighten security. The nation in recent times have been bedeviled by terrorism, kidnapping among others, the president revealed: “General Olufemi Oluyede is appointed Chief of Defence Staff, Major-General W. Shaibu becomes Chief of Army Staff, Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke is Chief of Air Staff, and Rear Admiral I. Abbas is the new Chief of Naval Staff, while Major-General E.A.P. Undiendeye retains his role as Chief of Defence Intelligence. “I thank General Christopher Musa and...
Embracing The Timeless Charm Of Traditional Home Decoration
In a world filled with modern minimalism and sleek designs, traditional home decoration remains a warm, comforting reminder of heritage, history, and elegance. Rooted in culture and classic aesthetics, traditional interiors are known for their richness, symmetry, and attention to detail. WHAT IS TRADITIONAL HOME DECORATION? Traditional home décor draws inspiration from 18th- and 19th-century European styles and local cultural heritage. It features elements like carved wood furniture, classic patterns, heavy drapery, and neutral or rich color palettes. Everything feels curated and timeless. KEY ELEMENTS OF TRADITIONAL DECOR Expect dark-stained woods like mahogany, walnut, or cherry. Furniture often features detailed...