Thursday, October 22, 2026

Olumayowa Samuel

October 17, 2026

Court remands man for allegedly killing girlfriend during dispute over HIV

The police said the suspect was arraigned on Friday, October 16, following the completion of the investigation.

October 16, 2026

Teenager who travelled to UK to carry out assassination jailed for 20 years

The jury, after hearing the evidence gathered by the CTP investigation throughout the trial, found him guilty of conspiracy to commit murder.

October 16, 2026

Carney alleges Trump admin trying to break up Canada as Alberta referendum nears

Mr Carney’s warning came just as the U.S. and Canada are in the middle of a trade war.

President Donald Trump and Mark Carney
October 16, 2026

Pupils protest in Azerbaijan after ban on wearing hijabs

The new rule did not mention the hijab, but female students and teachers wearing Islamic headscarves were denied entry to schools.

Pupils protesting in Azerbaijan
October 16, 2026

Liberia launches 2026 offshore licensing round, offering 15 blocks to investors

Qualified companies are invited to negotiate offshore exploration opportunities, with submissions closing April 15, 2027.

Oil rig
October 16, 2026

Gas exporting countries forum forecasts 20% growth in global energy demand by 2055

Global energy demand is projected to increase by 20% by 2055, rising from 641 exajoules in 2024 to 768 EJ, driven by economic and population growth.

Oil facility
October 16, 2026

Senegal opens 104 blocks to investors target new upstream contacts

Senegal has made 104 oil and gas blocks available to investors and is seeking new upstream contracts to boost exploration and production.

OILFIELD
October 15, 2026
October 15, 2026
Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) and Sunday Dare
October 14, 2026

Golden Eaglets lose 2-1 to Niger Republic in WAFU U-17 AFCON qualifier

The result means Niger Republic top the group with four points after two matches.

Golden Eaglets