WORLD BANK SAYS NIGERIA GROWTH TO HIT 4.4% IN 2026–2027

The World Bank has retained Nigeria’s economic growth forecast at 4.4 percent for 2027, signaling sustained optimism about the country’s medium-term outlook despite lingering structural challenges.
IRAN VOWS FAST TRIALS OF PROTESTERS AFTER TRUMP THREAT

Iran has vowed to fast-track trials for people arrested over a massive wave of protests, after US President Donald Trump threatened very strong action if the Islamic Republic goes ahead with hangings.
US SUSPENDS VISA PROCESSING FOR NIGERIA,GHANA AND 73 OTHERS

The United States has suspended the processing of immigrant visas from 75 countries, President Donald Trump’s latest move against foreigners seeking to come to America.
OSIMHEN SET TO CAPTAIN SUPER EAGLES AGAINST MOROCCO AT AFCON 2025 QUARTER FINALS

Victor Osimhen will wear the captain’s armband for the Super Eagles in their semi-final clash against Morocco’s Atlas Lions in today’s ,Wednesday’s clash.
US DELIVERS MILITARY SUPPLIES TO NIGERIA

The United States government has delivered critical military supplies to Nigeria as part of efforts to bolster the country’s ongoing counterterrorism and security operations.
UGANDAN PRESIDENT SEEKS SEVENTH TERM

Ugandan President, Yoweri Museveni is seeking a seventh term in office in Thursday’s presidential election, after nearly four decades at the helm of the East African nation.
Super Eagles get win-bonus for Round of 16

Finally in sport, the Super Eagles have received their win-bonus for the 4-0 spanking of Mozambique in the 2025 AFCON Round of 16.
Police arrest three Suspects over murder of lawyer in Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command on Sunday has disclosed that three notorious armed robbery suspects involved in the murder of a legal practitioner, Chigbo Mediatrix have been arrested.
Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission says 5.36 million electricity customers remain without meters

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has disclosed that 5.36 million electricity customers nationwide remain without meters, leaving them exposed to the unpredictable estimated billing methods by distribution companies (DisCos).
EX-GHANA MINISTER DETAINED BY U.S. IMMIGRATION OVER ELIGIBILITY STATUS

The former Finance Minister of Ghana Ken Ofori-Atta, who is wanted at home on corruption allegations, has been detained in the U.S. over issues related to his immigration status.