Singapore will operate a repatriation flight out of Muscat, Oman, on Saturday (Mar 7) as the government steps up efforts to evacuate citizens caught in the escalating Middle East conflict. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Gan Siow Huang said on Thursday that about a quarter of Singaporeans who have e-registered with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) have sought … Continue reading Singapore sending repatriation flight on Saturday for citizens across Middle East

The US-Israel war with Iran could disrupt supplies of key semiconductor manufacturing materials, a South Korean ruling party lawmaker said on Tuesday (Mar 3), as the conflict in the Middle East entered its sixth day.  South Korea's chip industry, which supplies around two-thirds of the global memory chips, is also concerned that a prolonged conflict in Iran … Continue reading South Korea warns Iran crisis could disrupt supply of key chipmaking materials

The Middle East has become an increasingly important destination for Chinese companies, driven by expanding trade, investment and infrastructure ties - including projects linked to Beijing’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).  Gulf hubs such as Dubai and Riyadh now host growing clusters of Chinese businesses and workers across technology, logistics, energy and services. As regional … Continue reading Chinese businesses thrive as Middle East conflict escalates

Indian businesses are bracing for turbulence as the escalating conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran threatens to send shockwaves through one of India’s most vital economic corridors. The first tremors are already visible. Crude oil prices are climbing amid fears that fighting could disrupt shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow gateway between the Persian Gulf and the … Continue reading Indian businesses ready for impact as war rages across Middle East

Polling officials prepare ballot boxes at a booth on the eve of Nepal's parliamentary elections in Kathmandu on Mar 4, 2026. (Photo: AFP/Prakash Mathema) Nepal voted on Thursday (Mar 5) for a new parliament, six months after deadly anti-corruption protests toppled the government - a high-stakes showdown between an entrenched old guard and a powerful … Continue reading BLOOD FOR CHANGE: Nepal votes after violent anti-corruption protests

Former Minister of Information and National Orientation, Lai Mohammed, has declared that ex-Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, would not have become president even if he had polled 10 million votes. Mohammed said that, contrary to widespread perception, Obi was not rigged out of the 2023 presidential election, stressing that he did not constitute a … Continue reading Lai Mohammed Insists Peter Obi Not Rigged Out In 2023

President Bola Tinubu has approved the suspension of the cashless toll payment system introduced by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) at major airports across the country. On March 1, 2026, the airport authority barred cash payments at toll gates, requiring motorists to use prepaid access cards or electronic payment channels. However, the situation … Continue reading Tinubu Suspends Airport Cashless Policy

Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, has publicly criticised Arise Television anchor, Rufai Oseni in a viral video circulating on social media. In the clip, Edochie questioned Oseni’s moral authority to challenge political leaders and guests on national television, referencing a past incident in Lagos where the broadcaster was reportedly caught driving on a Bus Rapid Transit … Continue reading YOU’RE AN IDIOT: Yul Edochie blasts Arise TV Anchor Rufai Oseni

The federal government has placed a six-year moratorium on the creation of new universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education to ensure the sustainability of existing institutions. The decision was made during Wednesday’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, explained that the freeze is meant to … Continue reading Tinubu administration halts creation of new tertiary institutions for 6 years

Nigeria's Vice President Kashim Shettima has taken a swipe at opposition parties, accusing them of thriving on “lies and hypocrisy.” He insisted that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is in a stronger political position than in 2023. Speaking on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at an interfaith breaking of fast for Ramadan and … Continue reading Shettima slams opposition, alleges ADC membership flooded with fake identities