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Nigeria ranked among the top 10 countries experiencing the most severe global food crisis.

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Nigeria and nine other conflict-affected countries now account for two-thirds of the world’s population facing acute food insecurity, according to a new international report highlighting how violence continues to fuel a worsening global hunger crisis. The 2026 Global Report on Food Crises, released Friday by a coalition of UN agencies, the European Union, and partner organisations, revealed that 266 million people across 47 countries experienced high levels of acute food insecurity in 2025. This represents nearly a quarter of the populations assessed and almost double the proportion recorded in 2016. The report describes a crisis that has become increasingly entrenched rather than temporary, with hunger now heavily concentrated in a small number of conflict-affected nations. Qu Dongyu, Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization, warned that acute food insecurity has become structural, stressing that it is both persistent and recurring. Earlier in January, the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in Nigeria estimated that about 35 million Nigerians are at risk of acute hunger this year. Conflict remains the leading driver of food insecurity, responsible for more than half of all severely hungry… 

JUST IN: Former Super Eagles striker Michael Eneramo has died after collapsing during a match in Kaduna State

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According to a report by SCORENigeria on Friday, Eneramo reportedly collapsed and died while taking part in a football match in Kaduna State. The 40-year-old was said to be playing at the Angwan Yelwa pitch in the Television area of Kaduna when the incident occurred. He had come on as a second-half substitute before suddenly collapsing without any contact. A source told the outlet: “He slumped and died right on the spot. Efforts to revive him were unsuccessful. “He was pronounced dead at the hospital.” Eneramo, who had retired from professional football, previously featured for clubs including Turkey’s Besiktas, Tunisian side Esperance, and Nigerian club Lobi Stars. Before his death, he was reportedly involved in running a football academy. Meanwhile, the official Super Eagles X handle paid tribute to the former striker on Friday, posting his image with the caption: “Rest in peace Michael.”

VIDEO: Uber driver arrested after allegedly fleeing with iPhone 16 in Lagos

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An Uber driver has been tracked down to his residence after allegedly disappearing with an iPhone 16 meant for delivery following a cancelled trip in Lagos. An X user, Ashake, who posts as #Molayoo_, raised the alarm on Saturday, tagging Uber and sharing screenshots of the booking details. “Uber, one of your riders in Lagos, Nigeria, picked up a package (an iPhone 16) from Egbeda to be delivered to Ikeja, and he cancelled the ride midway, and he’s been unreachable ever since! “His name is Augustine Adimabua. This is someone’s business, fgs! We need the package,” she wrote. The situation later escalated after the driver was reportedly traced to his location. In an update on Thursday, Ashake confirmed that he had been arrested, alleging that he sold the phone for ₦400,000. “He has been caught and handed over to the right authorities. Thank you to every single one of you who made this possible. “He sold iPhone 16 of over 1m, he sold it for 400k,” she added. In video clips from the confrontation, the driver admitted receiving the device. “I agree he gave me… 

Tensions Rise as China Targets European Companies Over Taiwan Weapons Deals

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China on Friday announced restrictions on seven European defence-related entities, citing their alleged involvement in arms sales to or “collusion” with Taiwan. According to a statement from the commerce ministry, the measures took effect immediately and were introduced to “safeguard national security and interests” while fulfilling international obligations, including non-proliferation commitments. The restrictions target several companies, including Belgian firearms manufacturer FN Herstal, German defence electronics company Hensoldt, and the Czech Republic’s national aerospace research and development centre, VZLU Aerospace. Under the new rules, exports of so-called “dual-use items” to the listed entities are prohibited. The measures also ban foreign organisations and individuals from transferring such China-origin items to the affected companies. “Any ongoing related activities must be stopped immediately,” the statement added. However, it noted that applications could be submitted to the commerce ministry in “special circumstances” where exports are deemed truly necessary. Beijing continues to regard self-ruled Taiwan as part of its territory and has pledged to bring it under its control one day, if necessary by force. In a separate statement, a spokesperson for China’s commerce ministry said the measures are directed at…