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President Donald Trump on Friday said he would “soon” declare the Strait of Hormuz waterway part of US territory after defeating Iran. “After we finish defeating Iran, which is being very badly defeated — pretty soon I’ll be declaring the Hormuz Strait a territory of the United States,” he said with a chuckle during a political rally at a police academy in New York state. “It’s true,” he added. Trump, together with Israel, launched a war against Iran on February 28 with the stated aims of ending the country’s controversial nuclear program and sparking a popular uprising. However, Iran struck…

Competition for Nigerian banking customers is intensifying as lenders deploy more resources to strengthen their brands, deepen retail penetration and defend market share while the industry adjusts to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s recapitalisation programme. First-quarter financial disclosures from several lenders show significant increases in advertising and marketing-related expenditure at some institutions, indicating the growing importance of customer acquisition in an industry simultaneously raising capital, investing in technology and competing for deposits. United Bank for Africa emerged as one of the most aggressive spenders during the period, with marketing-related expenditure rising to about N15.68 billion in the first quarter of…

…Former AD NEC, NWC members, others to attend Abuja reunion By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Ahead of the 2027 general elections and amid ongoing political alignments and realignments, former Bayelsa State Governor and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Seriake Dickson, is set to host former leaders and members of the Alliance for Democracy, AD, in Abuja. The gathering, tagged “Epochal Homecoming Reunion of the Old Guard Alliance for Democracy under the aegis of the Nigeria Democratic Congress,” is scheduled to hold on Saturday at Dickson’s Abuja residence. It has as its theme, “Reclaiming Our Moral Mandate: A National Democratic Conversation for…

The Niger State Police Command has arrested two men accused of impersonating military personnel and allegedly assaulting a laundry attendant in the Suleja area of the state over a missing mobile phone. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, the suspects, identified as Abraham Ashiwel and Michael Okonkwo, both of Bakassi area, Suleja, were arrested after they allegedly stormed a laundry shop in Angwan-Gwari area of Suleja on August 8. He explained that the suspects assaulted the shop attendant over an alleged missing phone before operatives of ‘B’ Division, Suleja, commenced investigation and arrested them. During interrogation,…

News » Premier League news » Arsenal newsAugust 14, 2026 21:35 GMT (UK), by Sri Aswin View Arsenal summer 2026 transfer targets Jesus close to Napoli move? Napoli have entered advanced negotiations with Arsenal over the potential transfer of Gabriel Jesus, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano. The Brazilian has been deemed surplus to requirements by the Gunners, and the club are currently waiting for suitable offers for the striker.Napoli are most interested in the former Manchester City man, and reports claim they are prepared to make a formal offer soon.The Naples outfit have agreed to sell Romelu Lukaku to Fenerbahce, while Noa Lang and…

The back-to-school laptop sales just don’t hit the same this year with price spikes and inventory shortages. You won’t typically find sales at Apple Stores, but there are some deals now for back-to-school shopping — beyond the always-available education discount. In this week’s episode of One More Thing, embedded below, I explain all the fine print of Apple’s Back to School gift card promotion, which has been extended to Sept. 24. If you’re hoping to take advantage of it, be warned: Apple now requires validation through a portal called Unidays to prove you qualify for the student and educator discount.…

Investigators verified that at least 437 civilians were killed and 2,610 injured last month, marking “a new high” in casualties this year, with a 30 per cent increase compared to June and a 70 per cent increase compared to July 2025. The full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine is now in its fifth year, with no diplomatic solution in sight.   According to investigators, child casualties also reached their highest level last month since April 2022, though the actual figure is likely to be higher as verification continues. Toll rising “Every month this year the number of killed and injured civilians has increased. That trend…

The Chief Judge of Kano State, Justice Dije Abdu Aboki, has reviewed the cases of 82 awaiting-trial persons and ordered the immediate release of seven inmates on medical grounds. The Public Relations Officer of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Kano State Command, Musbahu Nassarawa, disclosed this in a statement on Friday. According to the statement, the exercise was conducted at the Kurmawa and Goron Dutse Custodial Centres as part of efforts to promote the speedy dispensation of justice and ensure the protection of the rights of persons in custody. “The Honourable Chief Judge of Kano State, Justice Dije Abdu Aboki has…

By Modupe Gbadeyanka The Nigerian refineries will not be allowed to waste away, given the huge investments made over many years, President Bola Tinubu has declared. Speaking on Thursday in Abuja, the President assured that in-depth research, restructuring, and leadership will reposition the moribund oil facilities to deliver value and profit. Responding to a request by the Nigerian Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), led by its leader, Mr Salimon Akanni Oladiti, to revive the nation’s oil refineries, Mr Tinubu explained that the challenges confronting the refineries would be addressed through a systematic, evidence-based approach rather than short-term…

A young commercial motorcyclist was reportedly killed by a falling tree on Abak Road, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Thursday, raising concerns over the management of aged and potentially dangerous trees along major roads in the state capital. The incident occurred opposite the Cultural Centre during heavy rainfall in the early hours of Thursday. Witnesses told PREMIUM TIMES that the motorcyclist, who was reportedly on his way to begin his daily business, was struck by the tree at about 7 a.m. Videos reviewed by PREMIUM TIMES also showed a man lying lifeless by a fallen tree with a motorcycle by…