Faridah Abdulkadiri

Duct-Taped Banana Artwork Sells For $6.2M at New York Auction

A duct-taped banana artwork has been sold for an extraordinary $6.2 million at a New York auction.

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US Reopens Kyiv Embassy Despite Threats Following Ukraine’s ATACMS Missile Strikes on Russia

The United States has reopened its Kyiv embassy amidst tensions after Ukraine's ATACMS missile strikes on Russia raised retaliation fears.

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Elon Musk’s Neuralink Secures Canadian Approval For Human Brain Chip Trial

Elon Musk's Neuralink has gained green light from Canada to conduct trials of its innovative brain chip technology.

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New COP29 Proposal Highlights Persistent Wide Gap Over Climate Funding Agreement

The new COP29 proposal has exposed lingering differences as nations struggle to finalise a global climate funding agreement.

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Donald Trump’s Lawyers Urge Judge To Dismiss Hush Money Conviction, Overruling Prosecutors

Trump’s legal team has called on Judge Merchan to dismiss the hush money conviction, urging disregard for the prosecutors' stance.

14 hours ago

Trump Appoints Former Acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker As NATO Ambassador

Former Acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker has been appointed by Donald Trump as the new NATO ambassador.

15 hours ago

Tinubu Approves Leadership Reshuffle at FUOYE and Lokoja University

President Tinubu has approved a leadership reshuffle at FUOYE and Lokoja University, marking significant administrative changes.

16 hours ago

Tinubu Dissolves UNIZIK Governing Council Over Appointment of ‘Unqualified’ VC

President Tinubu has disbanded the UNIZIK governing council following controversy over the appointment of an “unqualified” vice-chancellor.

16 hours ago

Committee Submits Report on Jigawa Tanker Explosion: 209 Dead, 68 Hospitalised

The committee has submitted its report on the tragic Jigawa tanker explosion, revealing 209 fatalities and 68 hospitalisations.

16 hours ago

FCCPC Warns of Substandard Sugar in Nigerian Markets

FCCPC has raised alarm over substandard sugar in Nigerian markets, highlighting health risks and threats to local producers.

21 hours ago

Ukraine Hits Russia with US ATACMS missiles For First Time, Moscow Reports

Ukraine has reportedly used US-supplied ATACMS missiles against Russia for the first time, according to claims from Moscow.

2 days ago

Frivolous Allegations Against Okowa Are Politically Motivated, Aimed At Tarnishing His Reputation Ahead of 2027, Says Kingsley Emu

Kingsley Emu has dismissed allegations against Ifeanyi Okowa as politically motivated that aim to tarnish his reputation ahead of the…

2 days ago

NYC Priest Who Allowed Sabrina Carpenter To Shoot Music Video In Church Faces Further Disciplinary Action

A New York City priest is faced with additional consequences after permitting a Sabrina Carpenter music video in church premises.

2 days ago

Biden Pledges Record $4 Billion to World Bank Fund for Poorest Countries

US President Biden has pledged a $4 billion contribution to the World Bank fund aimed at supporting the world’s poorest…

2 days ago

Hong Kong Jails 45 Democracy Activists in Landmark National Security Trial

Hong Kong court has sentenced 45 democracy activists under national security law in a significant and historic trial.

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Israeli Strike in Beirut Kills Five as Lebanon, Hezbollah Accept US Ceasefire Proposal

Five people have been killed in an Israeli airstrike on Beirut as Lebanon, Hezbollah agreed to a US ceasefire plan.

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North Korean Leader Urges Expansion Of Nuclear Forces Amid Alleged US Threats

North Korean leader has emphasised strengthening nuclear capabilities, citing alleged threats from the United States.

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Iran Backs Lebanon in Ceasefire Efforts, Urges Swift Conflict Resolution

Iran has expressed support for Lebanon’s mediation and calls for an end to the ongoing hostilities.

5 days ago

Trump Appoints Karoline Leavitt as Youngest White House Press Secretary in History

Karoline Leavitt has made history as the youngest individual to serve as the White House press secretary under Trump.

5 days ago

President Tinubu Confers a Posthumous National Honour on Taoreed Lagbaja

President Tinubu has awarded the Commander of the Federal Republic (CFR) honour to late Chief of Army Staff, Taoreed Lagbaja.

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