Wike Denies Promising to Deliver PDP to Tinubu Ahead of 2027
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims that he promised to hand over the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing the allegation as false and politically motivated. Wike made the denial on Monday during a media chat at his […]
Omokri Criticises Nigerians for ‘De-Marketing’ Country
Former presidential aide Reno Omokri has criticised Nigerians on social media for what he described as a hasty attempt to “de-market” the country following a road accident involving British-Nigerian boxing star Anthony Joshua in Ogun State. Joshua, a former world heavyweight boxing champion, reportedly sustained injuries in a fatal accident on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway on […]
Shehu Sani Tells Critics of Airstrikes to Engage Terrorists Directly
Former Kaduna Central senator, Shehu Sani, has criticised Nigerians opposing recent military airstrikes on terrorist groups, suggesting that such critics should be taken to terrorist hideouts to engage the armed groups themselves. Sani made the remarks in a post on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Monday while reacting to the Christmas Day airstrikes […]
Families of Sydney Attack Victims Urge Federal Inquiry Into Antisemitism and Security Failures
Families of victims of the deadly Sydney attack on a Jewish festival issued an open letter Monday urging stronger federal action to address rising antisemitism and alleged security failures behind Australia’s worst mass shooting in three decades. Two gunmen are accused of killing 15 people and wounding at least 40 others during an attack on […]
Jan. 6 Pipe Bomb Suspect Says He Was Not Targeting Congress, Court Filing Shows
A Virginia man charged with placing pipe bombs outside the headquarters of the Republican and Democratic National Committees on the night before the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol told investigators he was not attempting to disrupt Congress’s certification of the 2020 presidential election, according to a newly filed court document. Prosecutors said […]
Kremlin Envoy Praises Trump’s Peace Efforts After Zelenskyy Talks, Key Issues Remain Unresolved
A senior Kremlin envoy praised President Donald Trump’s efforts to broker peace in Ukraine on Sunday, following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to the White House for talks aimed at ending Russia’s full-scale invasion. Kirill Dmitriev, who also serves as chief executive of the Russian Direct Investment Fund and has been closely involved in contacts […]
Political Shake-Up: Kwankwaso and Kano Governor Set to Join APC
Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and current Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf are reportedly preparing to defect from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), in a move framed as reflecting the will of Kano voters and political stakeholders. The development was disclosed by Abdullahi Rogo, Director-General of […]
Oyo APC Seeks Clarification on ₦50bn Ibadan Explosion Relief Fund
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has called on Governor Seyi Makinde to provide a detailed account of an alleged ₦50 billion relief fund purportedly disbursed by the federal government for victims of the January 18, 2024, Ibadan explosion. In a statement released on Sunday, Olawale Sadare, APC’s state publicity secretary, said the […]
Sowore Raises Health Concerns Over Tinubu’s Sudden Europe Trip
Former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has stirred public debate following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s sudden trip out of Nigeria, alleging that the President is battling health challenges. Sowore made the allegation on Sunday while reacting to reports of Tinubu’s unexpected departure to Europe, suggesting that the abrupt travel was health-related and questioning the level of transparency surrounding the development. The activist also […]
“I’m in ADC and Ready for 2027 Presidency.” — Obi
The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has clarified that he does not need to formally defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), insisting that he has been part of the party’s coalition from its inception. Obi made the clarification on Sunday night while speaking during an X Space discussion, amid growing speculation about […]
