Reps to Begin Debate on ₦58.47trn 2026 Budget Today
The House of Representatives is expected to commence debate on the general principles of the 2026 budget estimates presented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu before a joint session of the National Assembly on Thursday, January 29, 2026. The budget is contained in a Bill for an Act to authorise the issue from the Consolidated Revenue […]
Lawmaker Criticises Soludo Over Onitsha Market Closure
Obi Aguocha, member of the House of Representatives representing Ikwuano, Umuahia North, and Umuahia South, has criticised Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo over what he described as an unconstructive handling of efforts to end the Monday sit-at-home in the state. On Monday, Governor Soludo ordered the closure of the Onitsha Main Market, accusing traders of […]
Threats Against Congress Hit Highest Level in Years, Capitol Police Report Shows
Threats targeting members of Congress and the U.S. Capitol rose for a third straight year in 2025, reaching their highest level in years, according to a U.S. Capitol Police report released Tuesday. Capitol Police said they investigated 14,938 threat-related cases last year, a sharp increase from 9,474 cases in 2024. The agency recorded 8,008 cases […]
Fed Expected to Hold Rates Steady as Powell Faces Political and Legal Pressure
The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates unchanged Wednesday as policymakers meet to assess the state of inflation and the labor market. Ordinarily, a decision to hold rates steady would bring little suspense. This time, however, the meeting unfolds amid extraordinary political and legal pressure on the central bank and its chairman, Jerome […]
Suspect in Custody After Trying to Spray Rep. Omar During Public Meeting
A man was arrested Tuesday after confronting Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., at a town hall meeting in Minneapolis and attempting to spray her with a liquid substance, police said. The incident occurred moments after Omar delivered remarks calling for the abolition of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and urging the resignation or impeachment of Homeland Security […]
Appeal Court Suspends Ruling on Ondo Governor’s 2028 Eligibility
The Court of Appeal in Akure on Tuesday suspended the judgment of the Federal High Court in a suit challenging Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s eligibility to contest for a second term after 2028. The appellate court also stayed proceedings in the case filed by APC chieftain Dr. Akin Egbuwalo, which sought the interpretation of […]
APC Denies Plans to Replace VP Shettima Ahead of 2027
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed reports suggesting that Vice President Kashim Shettima could be replaced as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate in the 2027 general election. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, described the rumours as “purely speculative, untrue, and utterly baseless” in a statement issued yesterday in Abuja. “Our attention has been drawn to growing media frenzy about the […]
Presidency: Tinubu’s Türkiye Visit Strategic
The Presidency has emphasised that President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing state visit to Türkiye is a strategic engagement, dismissing claims that it is a routine foreign trip. The Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Mr. Daniel Bwala, made the remarks while speaking with State House Correspondents, explaining that the visit is at the invitation of the Turkish government and reflects Nigeria’s growing […]
Aregbesola Warns APC: Defections No Guarantee of 2027 Win
National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rauf Aregbesola, has warned the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) that the influx of governors into the party does not assure electoral victory in the 2027 general elections. Aregbesola gave the warning while speaking at the launch of a book written by the ADC’s National Publicity Secretary. He dismissed claims that […]
Akpabio Hails Tinubu as Most Christian-Friendly President
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has described President Bola Tinubu’s administration as the most Christian-friendly government since the creation of Nigeria, citing the President’s commitment to fairness across religious lines. Akpabio made the remark on Tuesday in Jos during a reception rally held at the Jos Polo Ground to formally receive Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang […]
