Ahead of IPL 2026, Punjab Kings spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has revealed his decision to quit alcohol to enhance his fitness and performance. Chahal also reflected on PBKS's loss in the 2025 final, citing Marco Jansen's absence and his own injuries as significant factors in the defeat.

Fresno City Councilmember Miguel Arias held an impromptu news conference on Wednesday, March 18, announcing he will pursue the removal The post Fresno councilmember moves to strip César Chávez’s name from city street following abuse allegations appeared first on The Business Journal .

Britain and the former British colony have a "deep bond" and a "partnership of equals that has brought us both enormous benefits," the king said in his opening speech. The post King Charles hails ‘partnership of equals’ with Nigeria at state banquet appeared first on Vanguard News .

By Lizzy Chirkpi The legal battle over the proposed deregistration of several political parties, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Action Alliance (AA) and the Accord Party, is set to... The post ADC, Accord Deregistration Suit Continues March 24 appeared first on Pointblank News .

Oil prices leapt to nearly $110 a barrel after Iranian media reported an airstrike hitting a facility on the world's largest natural gas field.

King Charles III declined to settle the long-running debate over which country produces the best Jollof rice during a light-hearted moment in his State Banquet speech for Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Addressing guests at Windsor Castle, the King referenced a recent “Jollof and Tea” gathering he hosted, joking about the friendly rivalry between West African nations over the popular dish. “I was firmly assured that the Jollof was only the best: Nigerian, of course... or perhaps Ghanaian or Senegalese,” he said. “Diplomatically I cannot remember!” The remark drew laughter from guests and highlighted the cultural significance of the dish, which is a staple across several West African countries, including Nigeria, Ghana and Senegal. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Jollof rice, typically made with rice, tomatoes, spices and a variety of meats or vegetables, has become a symbol of national pride, with each country claiming to produce the definitive version. By refusing to take sides, the King maintained diplomatic neutrality, avoiding favouring one nation over another during the high-profile State Visit. The comment formed part of a broader speech celebrating the cultural ties between the United Kingdom and Nigeria, with the monarch praising the influence of Nigerian music, film and cuisine on British life. He noted how Afrobeats has filled concert halls and how Nollywood has captivated audiences, describing Nigeria as a “cultural force” with global reach. The State Banquet brought together senior royals, politicians and leading figures from both countries, marking a key moment in President Tinubu’s visit to the UK. While the King’s remarks on Jollof rice were delivered in jest, they underscored the warmth of the occasion and the shared cultural connections that underpin the relationship between the two nations. His refusal to “crown” a winner ensured the debate remains firmly unresolved — much to the amusement of those in attendance. Catherine, The Princess of Wales was seated beside the Nigerian President during the banquet, while Prince William was next to the Nigerian ambassador. LATEST ROYAL DEVELOPMENTS King skips lunch to accommodate Muslim President of Nigeria Catherine puts rising British-Nigerian designer on global fashion map King, Queen, Catherine and William join Nigerian President and First Lady for carriage Princess Anne, Sir Tim Laurence, Prince Edward, and the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester were present, though Sophie, The Duchess of Edinburgh was absent due to a diary clash. Several notable guests were in attendance, including former Economic Secretary to the Treasury Ed Balls and Gavin and Stacey actress Joanna Page, who were seated next to each other. In addition, Olympic champion Christine Ohuruogu, singer Tiwa Savage, artist Yinka Shonibare and author Sir Ben Okri were present. Sports figures such as Ade Adepitan and Eniola Aluko, alongside academic Professor Charles Egbu and Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy of Nigeria, Adebayo Olawale Edun, were also in attendance. Political figures invited included Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch and Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has said other African countries will soon domesticate the African Union Convention for the Protection and Assistance of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) also known as the Kampala Convention. Kalu, who stated this when he received the delegation of the International Community of the Red Cross [...]

A Nigerian man has shared a hilarious post speaking about CAF's decision to cancel their earlier decision about Senegal winning the AFCON 2025 competition.

Nigeria’s economy has shed its vulnerability and is now equipped to absorb the pressures of a volatile global environment, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso said on Tuesday, as he made the case to international investors that the country’s reform programme has fundamentally altered its economic trajectory. Cardoso delivered the assessment at the [...]

The latest additions will bring the Trump administration's "visa bond program" to 50 nations when it takes effect on April 2, the State Department said. The post US adds Tunisia, 11 others to list requiring big visa deposits appeared first on Vanguard News .