U.S.–Russia Nuclear Arms Treaty Expires as Washington Pushes for Broader Deal Including China
The last remaining arms control treaty limiting the United States and Russia’s most powerful nuclear weapons expired overnight, with no clear signal from either government that negotiations on a replacement are imminent. President Donald Trump, who suggested last fall he might support renewing the New START agreement, reversed course last month, saying he was comfortable […]
DHS Shutdown Looms as Congress Deadlocks Over Immigration Enforcement Limits
Congress remains deadlocked over negotiations to avert a shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security next week, with talks stalled as lawmakers in both chambers departed Washington for a long weekend. Funding for DHS expires Feb. 13, and discussions have made little headway. Democrats are pressing for tighter limits on the department as part of […]
Sen. Akpoti-Uduaghan Demands Urgent Action Over Kwara Killings
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has condemned the recent killings in parts of Kwara State, warning that the continued loss of innocent lives has become intolerable and calling for immediate, concrete action from the authorities. In a statement released on Wednesday, the senator expressed deep sorrow over the attacks and extended condolences to families and communities affected […]
Edo Pledges Support for 10,000bpd NNPCL Condensate Refinery
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has expressed his administration’s readiness to partner with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) on the construction of a 10,000 barrel-per-day condensate refinery in the state. Okpebholo gave the assurance while receiving NNPCL’s Executive Vice President for Downstream, Alhaji Mumuni Dagazia, alongside members of his management team. The governor […]
Sen. Akpabio: Senate Did Not Reject Electronic Transmission of Election Results
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has clarified that the Senate did not reject the electronic transmission of election results during its consideration of the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill. Akpabio made the clarification shortly after the red chamber passed the bill following a marathon session that lasted about four and a half hours. Deliberations on the contentious […]
INEC Registers Two New Political Parties, Raises Total to 21
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the registration of two new political parties, increasing the total number of registered political parties in Nigeria to 21. The newly registered parties are the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). The announcement was made on Thursday by INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, […]
FG Confirms Six-Week Partial Closure of Lagos–Ibadan Expressway
The Federal Ministry of Works has announced a six-week partial closure of the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway to carry out urgent repairs on expansion joints at Kara Bridge, Magboro Bridge, and Arepo-Punch Bridge. The closure aims to resume critical rehabilitation work on the Lagos-bound section of Kara Bridge, previously suspended due to complaints about prolonged traffic congestion. Ogun State Federal Controller of […]
Trump Hails Nigeria’s First Lady at Prayer Breakfast
U.S. President Donald Trump has praised Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, describing her as a “very respected woman” during the National Prayer Breakfast held on Thursday in Washington, D.C. Trump made the remarks while addressing participants at the faith-based gathering, which attracted political and civic leaders from across the world. His acknowledgment of Mrs Tinubu drew applause from the audience […]
Indiana Lawmakers Advance Bill to Teach ‘Success Sequence’ as Anti-Poverty Strategy in Public Schools
An Indiana state senator is advancing a proposal he says could dramatically reduce poverty by reshaping what students learn in public schools. Last month, Republican Sen. Spencer Deery urged lawmakers to require schools to teach students the importance of marrying before having children, arguing the lesson could have a profound impact on their future economic […]
Myanmar Junta Secures Election Victory, Signals Continued Military Control via New Consultative Body
Myanmar’s military-backed party won the country’s election, according to final official results released Wednesday, as the army chief moved to secure continued influence through the creation of a new advisory body outside the formal government structure. The Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP), led largely by former generals, claimed victory in a vote that had […]
