Trump Set to Defend Expansive Agenda in High-Stakes State of the Union Address
Trump’s second-term State of the Union comes at a pivotal political moment, as he defends controversial policies and seeks momentum ahead of high-stakes midterm elections. When President Donald Trump delivers the first State of the Union address of his second term on Tuesday night, he will step into the House chamber with a clear objective: […]
Cartel Kingpin “El Mencho” Killed in Military Operation, Leaving Jalisco on Edge
The killing of “El Mencho” marks a major blow to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, but it has left communities across Jalisco bracing for economic fallout and retaliatory violence. Maria Dolores Aguirre’s family-run corner store has long depended on the steady stream of visitors who come to admire the cobblestone streets and mountain charm of […]
Ex-U.K. Envoy to U.S. Arrested Amid Scrutiny Over Epstein Ties
Former U.K. ambassador to the United States Peter Mandelson was arrested Monday by London police on suspicion of misconduct in public office, authorities confirmed. The Metropolitan Police said officers arrested a 72-year-old man at an address in Camden and transported him to a London police station for questioning. The arrest followed the execution of search […]
West Africa’s Growth to Be Boosted by AfCFTA — ECOWAS
The ECOWAS Parliament has pledged to ensure that the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) delivers tangible trade and economic benefits for West Africa. Its President, Hadja Mémounatou Ibrahima, made the remarks on Monday during the opening of the First Extraordinary Session of 2026 in Abuja. Ibrahima emphasised that the Parliament’s role is not merely advisory but decisive in turning […]
El-Rufai Files ₦1bn Suit Against ICPC, IG Over Alleged Unlawful Raid on Abuja Home
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has instituted a ₦1 billion fundamental rights enforcement suit against the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over the alleged unlawful invasion of his Abuja residence. In the originating motion on notice dated and filed on February 20 by his counsel, Oluwole Iyamu, SAN, El-Rufai is […]
FCT Election Failures Draw Odinkalu’s Anger at INEC
A former chairman of the Nigeria Human Rights Commission and professor of law, Chidi Odinkalu, has criticised Joash Amupitan, chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, for failing to deliver a credible election during the recent Area Council polls in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Speaking on Politics Today on Channels TV on Monday night in Abuja, Odinkalu said the elections, which saw the All […]
Tinubu Urges Leaders to Back, Protect the vulnerable
President Bola Tinubu has called on Muslim and Christian leaders to show greater compassion toward the poor and vulnerable by supporting policies that directly impact Nigerians at the grassroots. The President made the appeal on Monday while hosting governors for the breaking of an interfaith fast at the Presidential Villa. In a statement issued by […]
Wike Nullifies 485 Fake Area Council Land Documents in Abuja
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved the cancellation of 485 Area Council land documents in Abuja after they failed official verification and were confirmed to be fake. The decision was announced in a public notice jointly issued by the Federal Capital Territory Administration’s Department of Land Administration and the Abuja […]
Mexico on Edge After Army Kills Jalisco Cartel Leader
Schools were closed in several Mexican states Monday and authorities urged residents to remain indoors after widespread violence erupted following the killing of a top cartel leader in a military operation. Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho,” leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), died after being wounded during an army operation […]
ICC Opens Pre-Trial Hearings for Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte
The International Criminal Court on Monday opened pre-trial proceedings against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who faces three counts of crimes against humanity linked to the deadly anti-drug campaign carried out during his time in office. Duterte, 80, did not appear in the courtroom in The Hague, having waived his right to attend the session. […]
