Nigeria Now a “Hunger Hotspot” — Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said Nigeria has transformed from being the “giant of Africa” into a “hunger hot spot,” following a United Nations warning that about 35 million Nigerians could face acute hunger in the coming months. In a statement issued by his spokesperson Phrank Shaibu on Monday, Atiku described the projection as […]
NIS Warns of Rising Fraudulent Migration Schemes Targeting Nigerians
The Nigeria Immigration Service has raised alarm over an increase in fraudulent migration schemes and irregular cross-border activities targeting vulnerable Nigerians. In a statement issued on Monday, the Service Public Relations Officer, A.S. Akinlabi, said criminal networks are increasingly exploiting young people, particularly women and girls, through fake promises of employment, education, and better opportunities […]
U.S. War Effort in Iran Drains Missile Supplies, Intensifying Search for Critical Mineral
As the United States continues its military campaign against Iran, American forces are rapidly depleting stockpiles of advanced weapons systems, including Tomahawk missile, Patriot missile and Precision Strike Missile systems. The growing demand for replacements has intensified concerns over access to tungsten, a strategic metal essential for manufacturing a wide range of military equipment and […]
Democrats Navigate Deepening Divisions Over Israel Ahead of Midterm Elections
Prominent pro-Israel Democrats gathered recently at the Jewish Democratic Council of America Leadership Summit in Washington, where party leaders cautiously addressed one of the most divisive debates currently reshaping the Democratic Party: shifting voter attitudes toward Israel. The growing divide over Israel and the war in Gaza has increasingly influenced Democratic primaries and campaign messaging […]
Rubio Says Iran Deal Remains ‘Work in Progress’ Amid Middle East Tensions
Marco Rubio sought to lower expectations for an imminent agreement to end the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran while speaking to reporters during an overnight stop en route to Agra as part of his visit to India. Rubio described negotiations with Iran as still “a work in progress,” though he expressed optimism that discussions surrounding the […]
Tinubu Defends Reforms After Securing APC 2027 Ticket
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that his administration has made “giant steps forward” in repositioning Nigeria, warning against efforts by politicians without a clear alternative vision to reverse the country’s progress. Tinubu made the remarks on Sunday while delivering his acceptance speech after receiving the presidential flag and certificate of return as the All […]
Umahi: Tinubu Is the “Biafra the South-East Has Been Looking For”
Dave Umahi has said that President Bola Tinubu represents what he described as the “Biafra the South-East has been looking for,” adding that the region has been fully integrated into the national mainstream under the current administration. Umahi made the remarks while speaking during the All Progressives Congress presidential primary in Ebonyi State. According to […]
Nigeria’s Ambassador to U.S. Presents Credentials to Trump
Nigeria’s Ambassador to the United States, Kayode Are, has officially presented his Letter of Credence to U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. The development was disclosed by Reno Omokri, who currently serves as Ambassador-Designate to Mexico, in a post on his official X account on Sunday. Omokri congratulated Are, describing his career as […]
Aisha Yesufu: Wike Won’t Influence My 2027 Senate Bid
FCT senatorial aspirant, Aisha Yesufu, has dismissed claims that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, would play any decisive role in her political ambition ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking during an interview on Sunday Politics, Yesufu said her focus remains on securing the mandate of voters under the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), […]
Russian Missile and Drone Assault on Kyiv Kills Four, Injures Dozens
Russia launched a large-scale overnight missile and drone assault on Kyiv early Sunday, killing at least four people and injuring more than 80 others across the capital and surrounding region, Ukrainian officials said. Powerful explosions shook Kyiv shortly after 1 a.m. following a warning from Ukraine’s air force that Russia could deploy an Oreshnik hypersonic […]
