Benue LG Autonomy Intact, Judiciary Fully Independent — Alia
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has defended the autonomy of local governments and the judiciary in the state, insisting that both institutions are operating fully in line with the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended). Speaking to journalists at the State House in Abuja on Thursday, Alia dismissed claims that local government and judicial […]
Sultan Urges Northern Unity to Defeat Banditry
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar II, has called on leaders and residents across Northern Nigeria to unite against banditry, kidnapping and other forms of insecurity, stressing that safeguarding lives and property is a collective responsibility. The Sultan made the call on Wednesday during the 19th Northern Traditional Rulers and Governors’ Meeting in Kaduna, […]
Marine Le Pen Launches New Presidential Bid, Renewing EU Concerns
Marine Le Pen has announced she will seek the French presidency for a fourth time, ending speculation that she might step aside in favor of Jordan Bardella and reigniting concerns in Brussels about the future direction of the European Union. Le Pen made the announcement during a live television interview on Tuesday, just hours after […]
Denmark Rejects Trump’s Greenland Remarks as NATO Leaders Gather in Ankara
Denmark reaffirmed its commitment to defending its territory on Wednesday after President Donald Trump renewed calls for the United States to take control of Greenland, injecting fresh tensions into the NATO summit in Ankara. The comments overshadowed a gathering of alliance leaders that was intended to project unity and strengthen cooperation on shared security challenges. […]
Zelenskyy to Press Trump for More Patriot Missiles at NATO Summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to urge President Donald Trump to accelerate deliveries of U.S.-made air defense missiles during a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara. Zelenskyy’s priority is expected to be securing additional interceptor missiles for the MIM-104 Patriot air defense system, which Ukrainian officials say remains critical […]
2027: Kwankwaso Rules Out Northern Snub for Obi
Former Kano State Governor and running mate to Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has rejected claims that northern voters will turn against the party in the 2027 general election. Kwankwaso was responding to comments by former Borno State governor, Ali Modu Sheriff,who said on Channels Television that northerners would not support Obi because they believe he […]
Senate Threatens Action Over Xenophobic Attacks in South Africa
The Senate has warned that Nigeria may adopt retaliatory diplomatic measures against South Africa if renewed xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians continue, while ordering a fresh investigation into the violence. The upper chamber directed its relevant committees to investigate the incidents and submit their report within two legislative weeks. However, it rejected proposals to immediately sever […]
Tinubu Moves to Fast-Track State Police Law
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has inaugurated the Presidential Working Group on the National Policing Bill, declaring that the implementation of state police can no longer be delayed. Represented by his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu said the committee would begin developing the legal framework for state police immediately […]
India Set to Expand Defense Ties With Indonesia Through Missile Deal
India is expected to strengthen its defense partnership with Indonesia through a major missile export agreement as Prime Minister Narendra Modi began a two-day visit to Jakarta on Tuesday. An Indian government official said New Delhi will supply Indonesia with BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and Astra air-to-air missiles, in a deal previously estimated by Indian […]
Tanker Hit by Projectile in Strait of Hormuz as Regional Tensions Persist
A tanker sailing through the Strait of Hormuz caught fire early Tuesday after being struck by a projectile off the coast of Oman, according to the British military, marking the latest security incident in one of the world’s most strategically important shipping lanes. The vessel was navigating the narrow entrance to the Persian Gulf, a […]
