Japan has strongly protested Vladimir Putin’s first visit to the disputed Kuril Islands, reviving tensions over territory seized by the Soviet Union at the end of World War II and further straining Russia-Japan relations.
Day: August 13, 2026
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
Sokoto State is expanding its security investment with motorcycles, armoured vehicles and advanced surveillance equipment as Governor Ahmed Aliyu intensifies efforts to combat banditry and strengthen security operations across the state.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
Michael Carrick has backed Marcus Rashford to play an important role for Manchester United after his return from Barcelona, saying the forward offers the team something different ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
A multiple-vehicle crash involving two articulated trucks and a private car disrupted traffic on Lagos’ Gbagada Expressway, prompting LASTMA to deploy recovery and traffic-management teams.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
You Matter Charity Foundation, led by Delta First Lady Tobore Oborevwori, expands free medical outreach for children with special needs, providing wheelchairs, medicines, educational devices and support to vulnerable families across Delta State.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
Olori Yetunde Tejuoso marks her 70th birthday as Oladipo Akinremi celebrates her decades of grace, humility, compassion and service to the Oke-Ona Egba Kingdom and beyond.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
NCDMB is urging Nigeria’s oil and gas companies to embrace digital platforms designed to improve compliance, transparency, efficiency and global competitiveness while strengthening local content.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
West Africa could unlock trillions in economic value by 2035 through an integrated regional energy market, as ECOWAS and development institutions push for interconnected power systems, cross-border electricity trade and stronger energy cooperation.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
Saint Janet’s journey from church choir and backup singer to controversial juju performer reveals how religion, audience demand, gender, economics and artistic experimentation shaped her distinctive musical career.
Reported Simon Daniel Yusuph l journalist at wengglobal
Chelsea have reportedly set a 5pm Friday deadline for Manchester City to meet their £120m valuation of Enzo Fernández, with the midfielder’s future at Stamford Bridge hanging in the balance.