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Crime

Diplomatic Tensions Mount as Saudi Arabia Executes Two Bangladeshis Over Alleged Mosque Indecency

Saudi authorities have executed two Bangladeshi nationals, Nazrul Islam Abdul Basir and Siti Akhtar, in Mecca following a conviction for an "immoral act" inside a mosque. As social media outrage swells over unverified reports regarding the incident, the Bangladesh government has issued a formal protest over a lack of prior notification. In a development that has triggered diplomatic friction and sparked widespread debate across international media, Saudi Arabia has carried […]

todayOctober 19, 2026

Foreign

Tragedy in Ecuador: Catholic Priest Killed by Falling Crucifix During Livestreamed Mass

A 53-year-old Catholic priest in Guayaquil, Ecuador, Rev. Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari, tragically died after a massive wooden crucifix detached from the altar wall and struck him on the head during a livestreamed Mass. In a heartbreaking and sudden tragedy that has shocked worshippers worldwide, a Catholic priest in Ecuador died after being struck by a massive wooden crucifix during a live-streamed evening Mass. The incident occurred on Saturday evening, […]

todayOctober 19, 2026 2

Business

Global Demand: Dangote Refinery IPO Attracts Investors Across 90+ Countries, 51 African Nations

The ongoing Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has drawn unprecedented global demand, attracting subscriptions from investors in over 90 countries and 51 African nations. Read the full financial breakdown and market update. In a historic milestone for African capital markets, Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has announced that its ongoing Initial Public Offering (IPO) has achieved massive global participation, receiving subscriptions from retail and institutional […]

todayOctober 19, 2026

News

TRUMP CANCELS LIVESTREAM OF NIDAL HASAN’S SCHEDULED EXECUTION, RETAINS DECEMBER 3 DATE

United States  president DONALD TRUMP, has agreed to cancel the livestreaming of the execution of Army Major, NIDAL HASAN,  who was convicted of killing 13 people in a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood, Texas.   President TRUMP announced his decision in a post on his Truth Social platform noting that HASAN would still be executed by firing squad as scheduled on December 3, 2026, however the live broadcast will not […]

todayOctober 16, 2026

World

VICE PRESIDENT SHETTIMA DEMANDS UN RESTRUCTURING AT UNGA 2026, SAYS WORLD CANNOT BE RUN ON 1945 POWER STRUCTURE

Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, has issued a firm call for the fundamental restructuring of the United Nations, arguing that the global order can no longer rely on power dynamics established over eight decades ago. Delivering Nigeria’s national address during the General Debate, Vice President Shettima declared that the world of 2026 […]

todaySeptember 25, 2026

Football

MESSI LEADS INTER MIAMI TO FIRST CAMPEONES CUP TITLE

LIONEL MESSI  has guided Inter Miami to their first Campeones Cup title after helping the Major League Soccer side defeat Mexican champions Cruz Azul 2-0 yesterday. The Argentine captain scored and provided an assist as Miami secured the annual meeting between the champions of MLS and Liga MX. The victory handed 39-year-old MESSI  his first trophy of the year, coming two months after Argentina lost the 2026 World Cup final […]

todaySeptember 17, 2026

South East

ENUGU SET TO HOST INTERNATIONAL MARATHON AUGUST 28, 2026

Enugu is set to host the Enugu City International Marathon on Saturday, August 28, 2026, as the Coal City prepares to welcome athletes for a major international road race. The event is expected to transform the city’s streets, neighbourhoods and landmarks into a hub of sporting and cultural activities, while also creating opportunities for business and tourism. Organisers said key arrangements, including the race route, medical services, security, logistics and […]

todayAugust 28, 2026

Football

PREMIER LEAGUE REFEREES TO PENALISE DELIBERATE HOLDING AND GRAPPLING

Premier League referees will adopt a stricter approach to holding and grappling during set pieces this season, with officials instructed to punish deliberate actions, despite no changes to the laws of the game. Referees across the Premier League, English Football League and Women’s Super League have been told to act more decisively against “non-footballing holding actions”, particularly when players use both arms to restrain opponents, repeatedly grab them or pull […]

todayAugust 21, 2026

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