7 h. ago Iran Cuts Direct Diplomatic Contact With US Amid Rising Tensions

Direct diplomatic communication between senior officials of the United States and Iran has reportedly broken down as tensions escalate over Washington’s threat of military action against Tehran. According to Reuters, contacts between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US Special Envoy Steve Wittkof have been suspended, a senior Iranian official disclosed on Wednesday. The development […]

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8 h. ago US Pulls Out Personnel From Qatar Airbase Amid Tensions With Iran

The United States has advised some personnel to leave its Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar by Wednesday evening amid rising fears of a potential military confrontation with Iran. Al Udeid, the largest US military base in the Middle East, houses about 10,000 American troops. According to one diplomat familiar with the development, “It’s a […]

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8 h. ago Breaking: Kuda cuts losses to $5.8m as Fintech shifts focus to profitability

…Eyes 1.7m active users by 2026 Kuda Technologies, the UK-headquartered parent of Nigerian digital lender Kuda Bank, sharply reduced its read more Breaking: Kuda cuts losses to $5.8m as Fintech shifts focus to profitability

Economics

9 h. ago JUST IN: FG, ASUU unveil agreement to end prolonged university disputes

The Federal Government and ASUU unveil a new agreement to end prolonged university disputes, featuring a 40% pay rise and new professorial allowances. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-fg-asuu-unveil-agreement-to-end-prolonged-university-disputes/

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14 h. ago “God Gave Me Specific Instructions Not To Collect Offerings” — Isaac Oyedepo

Founder of the Isaac Oyedepo Evangelistic Ministries, Pastor Isaac Oyedepo, has revealed that his ministry will not be collecting offerings during its services, following what he described as a direct instruction from God. The cleric made this known in a video message shared online, where he explained that the focus of his ministry is centred […] The post “God Gave Me Specific Instructions Not To Collect Offerings” — Isaac Oyedepo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago JAMB releases guidelines, fees, dates for 2026 UTME, direct entry admissions

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the commencement of the sale of application documents for the 2026 read more JAMB releases guidelines, fees, dates for 2026 UTME, direct entry admissions

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26 h. ago Ekpoma Protests: Okpebholo Approves Release Of Arrested Persons

The governor also dismissed claims of kidnapping linked to the incident, describing them as false and stage-managed to mislead the public and create ethnic tension. The post Ekpoma Protests: Okpebholo Approves Release Of Arrested Persons appeared first on Channels Television.

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27 h. ago JAMB warns against biodata changes, double registration for 2026 UTME

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has issued detailed warnings on biodata integrity, biometric capture, and identity verification for candidates participating in the 2026 UTME and Direct Entry registration exercise. In a Tuesday statement signed by the Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, the Board warned candidates against post-registration biodata changes. PUNCH Online earlier reported that the Read More: https://punchng.com/jamb-warns-against-biodata-changes-double-registration-for-2026-utme/

Events

29 h. ago World Bank projects steady global growth despite uncertainties

The World Bank’s latest report projects steady global economic growth, showing resilience despite trade tensions, but warns of a slow decade and rising deb Read More: https://punchng.com/world-bank-projects-steady-global-growth-despite-uncertainties/

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31 h. ago UK govt vows further sanctions, summons Iran envoy over protests

Britain will seek further sanctions on Iran and has summoned its ambassador in response to the deadly crackdown on protesters across the country. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-govt-vows-further-sanctions-summons-iran-envoy-over-protests/

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32 h. ago Nigeria, Turkey move to ease visa bottlenecks, deepen business, diplomatic ties

Nigeria and Turkey have sought to strengthen bilateral relations, with both countries pledging to address visa bottlenecks and improve business read more Nigeria, Turkey move to ease visa bottlenecks, deepen business, diplomatic ties

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36 h. ago Int’l organisations may face more job cuts globally following U.S funding withdrawal

The recent withdrawal of funding by the United States (US) from 66 international and humanitarian organisations, including several United Nations read more Int’l organisations may face more job cuts globally following U.S funding withdrawal

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39 h. ago Trump threatens 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran as protests turn deadly

Donald Trump,  the United States president, has warned that any country doing business with Iran will face a 25 percent read more Trump threatens 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran as protests turn deadly

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41 h. ago France Climate Targets Off Track As Emissions Cuts Slow Again

Emissions were estimated to decline 1.6 per cent year-on-year, said Citepa, a non-profit organisation tasked by France's ecology ministry with tallying the country's greenhouse gas inventory. The post France Climate Targets Off Track As Emissions Cuts Slow Again appeared first on Channels Television.

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42 h. ago Trump Announces Tariffs On Iran Trade Partners As Protest Toll Rises

The White House said Monday that Trump remained "unafraid" to deploy military force against Iran, but was pursuing diplomacy as a first resort. The post Trump Announces Tariffs On Iran Trade Partners As Protest Toll Rises appeared first on Channels Television.

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42 h. ago Group Hails Kano Govt Over Enhanced Security Amid Yusuf’s Defection Talk

The Kano People’s Rights Alliance (KPRA) has commended the Kano State Government for what it described as timely and necessary steps to enhance security across the state, particularly around the Government House, following heightened political tension linked to the planned defection of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. KPRA noted that political activities in Kano State have […]

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47 h. ago Trump threatens air strikes on Iran as protest deaths hit 648

The US threatens air strikes on Iran as the protest death toll rises. President Trump warns of strong options amid US Iran tensions, though diplomacy conti Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-threatens-air-strikes-on-iran-as-protest-deaths-hit-648/

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48 h. ago Aviation budget falls by N18.6bn despite infrastructure push

Explore Nigeria’s 2026 aviation budget, detailing an N18.6bn cut despite calls for infrastructure upgrades. See planned airport projects and industry react Read More: https://punchng.com/aviation-budget-falls-by-n18-6bn-despite-infrastructure-push/

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53 h. ago Iran open to US talks, Meta blocks 550,000 accounts in Australia, other trending stories

…Iran ready to negotiate with U.S as protests rage, deaths mount Iran says it is keeping diplomatic channels open with read more Iran open to US talks, Meta blocks 550,000 accounts in Australia, other trending stories

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55 h. ago Iran ready to negotiate with U.S as protests rage, deaths mount

Iran says it is keeping channels open with the United States and is ready to negotiate, even as nationwide protests read more Iran ready to negotiate with U.S as protests rage, deaths mount

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