Pentagon Weighs ‘Final Blow’ Options in Iran as Risk of Major Escalation Grows
The Pentagon is developing a range of military scenarios for a potential “final blow” against Iran, including large-scale airstrikes and possible ground operations, according to U.S. officials familiar with internal discussions. The options are being considered as the war enters a critical phase, with escalation increasingly likely if diplomatic efforts stall—particularly if the Strait of […]
Senate DHS Talks Stall Again as Parties Clash Over ICE Restrictions
Negotiations in the Senate to reopen the Department of Homeland Security broke down again Wednesday, with Democrats and Republicans rejecting each other’s latest proposals and leaving the shutdown unresolved. At the center of the impasse are Democratic demands for new limits on the operations of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, particularly in light of President Donald […]
Wike Denies PDP Factionalisation, Affirms Party Unity
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims of divisions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), insisting that the party remains united. Wike spoke on Wednesday in Abuja while addressing journalists after inspecting ongoing projects across the FCT. He acknowledged that dissatisfaction among members is common in politics but said it […]
Tinubu Returns to Abuja After UK Visit, Eid Break in Lagos
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Abuja after an eight-day break that combined a state visit to the United Kingdom with Eid-el-Fitr celebrations in Lagos. The President arrived at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at about 7:50 p.m., where he was received by top government officials, including Chief of Staff […]
FG, EU Unveil Climate-Smart Agriculture Plan
The Federal Government, in collaboration with the European Union and partner countries Czech Republic, Austria, and Latvia has launched a Twinning Project aimed at improving food security and strengthening food systems through climate-smart technologies in Nigeria. The programme, implemented under the EU–Nigeria Twinning initiative, will deploy expertise from the European partners to work closely with […]
U.S. Sends Ceasefire Plan to Iran as Fighting Intensifies and Troop Deployments Expand
The United States has delivered a 15-point ceasefire proposal to Iran through intermediaries in Pakistan, according to officials in Islamabad, even as Washington moves additional troops into the Middle East. The proposal reportedly includes provisions on sanctions relief, civilian nuclear cooperation, limits on Iran’s nuclear and missile programs, monitoring by the International Atomic Energy Agency, […]
Trump Approval Rating Hits New Low Amid Rising Prices and Iran War Backlash
President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped to its lowest level since returning to office, as economic pressures and opposition to the war with Iran weigh on public opinion, according to a new poll. The latest survey from Reuters/Ipsos, released March 24, found that 36% of Americans approve of Trump’s job performance, down from 40% […]
Democrat Wins Special Election in Trump’s Palm Beach District in Surprise Upset
Democrats secured a notable victory in a special election in Palm Beach, flipping a Florida state House seat that includes President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence. First-time Democratic candidate Emily Gregory defeated Republican Jon Maples, who had been endorsed by Trump, in the race for Florida’s District 87 seat. The outcome marks a significant reversal from […]
Fuel Hike: Makinde Grants ₦10,000 Transport Relief to Workers
Governor Seyi Makinde has approved a ₦10,000 monthly transportation support fund for civil servants in Oyo State in response to rising petrol prices across the country. The governor announced the intervention during the YEAP-SAFER support disbursement and stakeholder engagement programme held in partnership with the Fashola Agribusiness Hub. Makinde said the initiative, which will run for an initial […]
Power Outages: Adelabu Says Relief Coming in Two Weeks
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has apologised to Nigerians over the current epileptic power supply, assuring that noticeable improvements will begin within two weeks. Speaking with journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, Adelabu attributed the situation to gas supply shortages affecting power generation, but expressed optimism that ongoing interventions would soon ease the crisis. He said […]
