Iran defies Trump, names Mojtaba Khamenei as Supreme Leader
Defying direct threats from US President Donald Trump, Iran’s Assembly of Experts yesterday appointed Mojtaba Khamenei—son of the late Ali Khamenei—as the country’s new Supreme Leader.
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Jerusalem blasts Iranian missile bases as Tehran warns Europe
the conflict between Israel, the U.S., and Iran entered its seventh day, over 80 Israeli jets dropped 230 munitions on Iranian targets. In response, Tehran launched fresh missile salvos at Israel, expanded its attacks across the Gulf, and issued a stern warning to European nations against intervening.
CAF postpones 2026 WAFCON
CAF has changed the dates for WAFCON ’26. The new dateshave been announced, but Morocco remains the host.
Tinubu assigns 65 ambassadors countries
President Bola Tinubu has approved the posting of the 65 ambassadors whose nominations were confirmed last December, assigning them to different countries and multilateral bodies. Among them is Senator Ita Enang of Akwa Ibom State who has been posted to South Africa.
Rivers United top NPFL table
Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt have returned to the top of the NPFL after a commanding victory of 3-0 over their El- Kanemi Warriors counterparts,
IGP Disu inaugurates panel to propose framework for state police
Freshly sworn-in Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, Wednesday, 4 March, inaugurated a high-level committee to develop a comprehensive framework for the establishment of state police.
FG approves digital postcode system to modernise mail and logistics
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has officially approved the implementation of a GIS-enabled alphanumeric digital postcode system for Nigeria.
THE EFFICACY AND EVOLUTION OF TRADITIONAL MEDICINE IN NIGERIA
In a world plagued with diseases of all types, shapes and forms, man has for ages sought ways and means of containing, treating and stopping these ailments so as to live well and happy. One way of engaging these diseases is the deployment of medication. In this report, our senior reporter, Samuel Abasiekong-Abasiekong explores the world of traditional medicine in the fight against ill health in Nigeria.
First Lady Remi Tinubu inaugurates A’Ibom Geriatric Centre this Saturday
Governor Umo Eno has announced that Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, will officially inaugurate the State Geriatric Centre—also known as the ARISE Elderly Citizens Centre—this Saturday, 7 March 2026.
Police Council Confirms Olatunji Disu as Inspector General of Police
The National Police Council has officially confirmed Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector-General of Police (IGP). Following this confirmation, his name will be forwarded to the Senate for screening and final approval