Trump Uses Mount Rushmore Speech to Warn Against ‘Communist’ Threat
President Donald Trump used a speech at Mount Rushmore National Memorial on Friday evening to warn that the United States faces what he described as a renewed “communist menace,” as the nation marked the eve of the 250th anniversary of American independence. Speaking beneath the granite carvings of former presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham […]
Ganduje Denies NDC Defection Claims, Reaffirms Loyality to APC
Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has dismissed speculation that he is planning to join the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), describing the claims as false and reaffirming his unwavering loyalty to the ruling party. The former Kano State governor was reacting to posters circulating on social media suggesting […]
Alake Seeks New Mining Agenda, Warns of Fresh Licence Revocations
Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has urged the management and staff of the ministry to build on existing achievements by developing a new blueprint that will significantly increase the mining sector’s contribution to Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Speaking at the opening of the 2026 Ministerial Solid Minerals Retreat, themed “Accelerating Solid Minerals […]
Gov. Abiodun Appoints Six New Permanent Secretaries in Ogun
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has approved the appointment of six new Permanent Secretaries as part of efforts to strengthen the leadership capacity of the state’s Civil/Public Service and sustain ongoing public sector reforms. The appointments, announced on Friday by the Head of Service, Mr. I.O. Saka, fill vacancies created by the statutory retirement […]
IGP Warns Parties Against Violence Ahead of Osun Poll
Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has warned political parties against instigating violence ahead of the August 15, 2026, governorship election in Osun State, pledging that anyone involved in criminal acts will face the law. Disu gave the warning during a visit to Governor Ademola Adeleke at the Government House, Oke-Fia, Osogbo, before meeting with political […]
Taiwan Simulates Chinese Invasion in Major Civil Defense Exercise
Taiwan has conducted a large-scale civil defense exercise simulating a Chinese blockade and full-scale invasion, as the self-governed island intensifies efforts to strengthen its preparedness amid growing military pressure from Beijing. More than 370 government officials and military personnel took part in the closed-door exercise in central Taiwan this week, testing how authorities would respond […]
Trump Renews Criticism of NATO Ahead of Alliance Summit
President Donald Trump has renewed his criticism of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), describing the alliance as a “one-sided” arrangement and arguing that the United States bears an unfair share of the burden for Europe’s defense. In a post on his Truth Social platform on Thursday, Trump said it was “ridiculous” for the United […]
Iran Prepares for Funeral of Supreme Leader as Nation Seeks Unity After War
Iran is preparing for a dayslong state funeral for late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with authorities calling on millions of people to take part in ceremonies expected to begin on Saturday. Across Tehran, banners and public displays have urged citizens to show their support for the Islamic Republic following the conflict that claimed the life […]
New Customs Tariff Slashes Vehicle Import Duties by 67%
The Federal Government has commenced the implementation of a new tariff regime that significantly reduces Customs levies on imported vehicles, cutting import duties on new vehicles by 50 per cent and used vehicles by about 67 per cent. The revised fiscal measures, which took effect on July 1, are part of the Federal Government’s 2026 […]
FG Clarifies: No Decision Yet on NYSC Uniform Change
The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has clarified that the Federal Government has not approved Adire or any other fabric to replace the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) khaki uniform, reversing the impression created by his earlier remarks. Olawande made the clarification in a statement posted on his X account on Thursday following widespread […]
