Court Sacks PDP Ekiti Guber Candidate, Orders Fresh Primary
A Federal High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, has sacked Dr Wole Oluyede as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and ordered a rerun of the party’s primary election. Delivering judgment, Justice Babs Kuewumi upheld allegations of irregularities brought before the court by Prince Funso Ayeni, who challenged the conduct of […]
U.S. Delivers Military Supplies to Boost Nigeria’s Security Operations
The United States has delivered critical military supplies to Nigerian security agencies to strengthen ongoing security operations across several parts of the country. The development was disclosed on Tuesday by the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) in a post shared on X (formerly Twitter). “U.S. forces delivered critical military supplies to our Nigerian partners in Abuja. This delivery supports Nigeria’s […]
Unlikely Alliance: Trump Engages Progressives to Advance Credit Card and Housing Reforms
President Donald Trump is seeking unexpected political partners as he introduces a new policy agenda aimed at tackling Americans’ affordability concerns and strengthening Republican prospects ahead of the midterm elections — including outreach to progressive lawmakers. On Monday, Trump called Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts following her speech criticizing Democrats for being overly aligned with […]
Orange County Officials Respond to Community Fears Over Possible ICE Facility in Chester
Local officials in Orange County addressed growing community concerns Monday night following reports that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) may be considering a new facility in the town of Chester. Residents packed a village board meeting to voice fears and opposition, even though officials confirmed no formal plans or permit applications for such a […]
Ihedioha Officially Joins ADC, Registers at Ward Level in Imo
Former Imo State Governor, Emeka Ihedioha, has formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), months after his exit from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in April 2024. Ihedioha had announced in July 2025 that the ADC would become the new political platform for him and his supporters. On Monday, he completed his registration at Mbutu […]
NAFDAC Assures Nigerians Nestlé Infant Formulae Sold Locally Are Safe
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has moved to allay public concerns following a voluntary global recall by Nestlé UK of its SMA Infant Formula in over 50 countries over the possible presence of cereulide, a toxin. In a statement issued by the Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Christianah Adeyeye, […]
2027: ADC Faces Political Irrelevance Without Peter Obi — Fayose
Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has warned that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) could slide into political irrelevance ahead of the 2027 general elections if it fails to present Peter Obi as its presidential candidate. Fayose made the remarks on Monday during an interview on Arise Television, where he analysed opposition politics, the internal […]
Tinubu Prioritises Troop Welfare, Equipment — Defence Minister
The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd), has reaffirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains fully committed to ensuring that the Armed Forces and other security agencies are adequately equipped, properly motivated, and well cared for to effectively discharge their constitutional duties. Musa stated this in Abuja while speaking at the Inter-Denominational Church Service for the Armed Forces Celebration and […]
China, EU Strike Deal on Electric Vehicle Exports, Easing Trade Tensions Over Chinese EVs
China announced Monday that it has reached an agreement with the European Union concerning exports of Chinese-made electric vehicles to the bloc, marking a potential turning point in trade tensions over the fast-growing EV market. Beijing’s Commerce Ministry said the EU will introduce guidelines establishing minimum pricing for Chinese auto exporters. While the ministry did […]
Federal Prosecutors Launch Criminal Investigation Into Fed Chair Jerome Powell Amid Clash With Trump Administration
Federal prosecutors have opened a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, marking a dramatic escalation in the Trump administration’s growing confrontation with the central bank’s independence. Powell confirmed the investigation in a statement Sunday night, saying it stems from his earlier testimony to Congress regarding the multi-year renovation of Federal Reserve buildings. However, […]
