Kwankwaso Distances Self From Planned Insecurity Protest
Former Kano State Governor and Vice Presidential Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has denied claims that he and his supporters are planning a nationwide protest over the worsening security situation in the country. In a statement shared on his verified X account, Kwankwaso described the circulating social media message as […]
Hayatu-Deen Rules Out Court Action Over ADC Presidential Primary
Mohammed Hayatu-Deen has announced that he will not challenge the outcome of the African Democratic Congress presidential primary held on May 25, 2026, despite earlier raising concerns over alleged irregularities in the process. Hayatu-Deen contested the party’s presidential ticket for the 2027 election alongside former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Rivers State Governor Rotimi […]
Anti-Party Storm Hits Jigawa as Governor Suspends Four Aides
Umar Namadi has approved the indefinite suspension of four of his aides with immediate effect. The suspension was announced in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Bala Ibrahim, and made available to journalists through Ismaila Ibrahim. According to the statement, the affected officials are: Abbas Makama Salisu Muhammad, popularly known as […]
U.S. and Iran Exchange New Strikes as Fragile Talks Continue
The United States and Iran traded fresh military strikes over the weekend, underscoring the fragile security situation in the region even as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict continue. The U.S. military said it conducted what it described as defensive operations against Iranian military assets, while Tehran claimed it retaliated by targeting a base linked […]
Divisions Surface Within Venezuela’s Ruling Movement Following Maduro’s Ouster
For nearly three decades, a defining slogan of Venezuela’s ruling socialist movement has been: “United, we will win!” The phrase has long symbolized the cohesion of the political project launched by Hugo Chávez, uniting government officials, military leaders, party activists and supporters behind a common vision and a shared opposition to U.S. influence. Whether at […]
FG Recruits 1,000 Forest Rangers in Oyo State
The Federal Government has approved the recruitment of 1,000 forest rangers to strengthen security across forest reserves in Oyo State, amid growing concerns over insecurity in parts of the region. The announcement was made by Femi Gbajabiamila while delivering President Bola Tinubu’s message to residents of Ahoro Esiele in Oriire Local Government Area on Sunday. […]
2027: Gov. Nwifuru Appeals for Votes Despite APC Failures
Governor Francis Nwifuru has appealed to residents of Ebonyi State to forgive the shortcomings of his administration and those of elected lawmakers, while urging continued support for the All Progressives Congress ahead of the 2027 general elections. The governor made the appeal on Sunday during a democracy thanksgiving service held at the Government House Chapel […]
Atiku to Wike: Rivers People Are Not Your Personal Property
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has responded to remarks by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, insisting that Rivers people are intelligent enough to decide who to support in the 2027 presidential election. Atiku said no politician, regardless of influence or position, can determine how an entire […]
NLC Raises Minimum Wage Demand to ₦1 Million
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected a proposed ₦100,000 national minimum wage, describing it as insufficient and far below what Nigerian workers require under current economic conditions. The reaction follows a proposal by Kwara State Governor and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, who urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider […]
Tuggar Dismisses Claims of Rift With Tinubu
Former Minister of Foreign Affairs and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has clarified that his recent comments regarding the APC governorship primary in Bauchi State were misrepresented, insisting he did not in any way attack President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a statement issued through his media aide, Alkasim Abdulkadir, Tuggar […]
