Trump Warns Iran of “Unprecedented Force” as Middle East Tensions Escalate

United States President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Iran, declaring that Washington would respond with a level of force “never been seen before” if Tehran proceeds with threats to launch a major strike. The statement comes amid rapidly escalating tensions in the Middle East following reports of high-level military confrontations involving the…

UNICAL Nursing Students Protest as Management Shuts Portal Over Overcrowding, Orders Fresh JAMB Regularisation

Tension gripped the campus of University of Calabar (UNICAL) this week as nursing students staged a protest following the sudden closure of their academic portal and directives from university authorities allegedly requiring affected students to regularise their admissions through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board. The protest, which drew large crowds within the Faculty of…

Prof. Abdulmojeed T. Ijaiya Rewards Over 50 Students with ₦2,000 Each for Early Class Attendance

Students of the Department of Animal Production were taken by surprise on Thursday when respected scholar and academic leader, Prof. Abdulmojeed T. Ijaiya, rewarded more than 50 students with ₦2,000 each for arriving early to his scheduled lecture. What began as a routine academic session quickly turned into a moment of excitement and admiration as…

Ali Khamenei Reportedly Killed in Massive U.S.–Israel Strike on Iran as Middle East Tensions Explode

Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, has reportedly been killed in a large-scale military strike carried out jointly by the United States and Israel, according to multiple international reports. The 86-year-old cleric, who has ruled Iran since 1989, was said to have died following coordinated airstrikes that targeted key government and military installations in Tehran. An…

FG Dedicates ₦966.9bn to Universities as ₦2.4tn 2026 Education Budget Signals Major Tertiary Sector Push

The Federal Government has allocated ₦966.9 billion to federal universities in the proposed ₦2.4 trillion 2026 education budget, positioning the university system as the single largest beneficiary in what officials describe as a renewed attempt to stabilise and modernise Nigeria’s higher education sector. The allocation was disclosed by the Minister of Education, Maruf Tunji Alausa,…

Israel Launches Pre-Emptive Strike on Iran as Sirens Wail Nationwide

A dramatic escalation in Middle East tensions unfolded early Saturday as Israel confirmed it had launched what it described as a “pre-emptive strike” against Iran, triggering nationwide emergency measures and fears of an imminent retaliatory attack. Israel’s Defence Minister, Israel Katz, said the operation was carried out to neutralise what he characterised as an immediate…

Prime Care Hospital Abuja Denies Treating King Mitchy, Deepens Mystery Over Alleged Death

Prime Care Hospital Abuja has publicly denied reports that social media personality King Mitchy was treated or died at its facility, contradicting earlier claims made by the influencer’s management team and intensifying confusion surrounding the circumstances of her alleged death. In an official statement, the hospital said it had no record of admitting or treating…

King Michy, VeryDarkMan Trade Blows Over Integrity, Funding and ₦50 Million Challenge

A heated public spat has erupted between controversial activist and social commentator VeryDarkMan (VDM) and charity influencer King Michy, with accusations of incompetence, hidden sponsors, ego battles and a dramatic ₦50 million challenge now dominating online discourse. The controversy began after King Michy openly criticised VDM’s style of activism and charity work, questioning both his…

Controversy Trails Alleged ₦4.2 Billion Budget for Furniture, Microphones in Lagos Deputy Governor’s Office

Fresh controversy has emerged over claims that the Office of the Deputy Governor of Lagos State earmarked ₦4.2 billion in the proposed 2026 budget for office furniture and the purchase of 30 microphones — a figure that has triggered debate about public spending priorities in Nigeria’s commercial capital. According to reports circulating from budget documents,…

Nigeria’s “Power State” Turns to Solar Despite Hosting Four Major Dams, Spends ₦469 Million on Government House Mini-Grid

Despite hosting the largest concentration of hydroelectric dams in the country, Niger State — long referred to as Nigeria’s “Power State” — has reportedly invested ₦469 million in a solar mini-grid to power its Government House, raising fresh questions about the reliability of the nation’s grid infrastructure. According to reports circulating from Sahara Reporters, the…