Tinubu Pledges Justice, Unity Among Faiths, Vows to Defeat Bandits
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fairness, inclusivity, and religious harmony, pledging to unite Nigerians under a shared vision of peace and prosperity. Speaking at the headquarters of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) in Jos, Plateau State, Tinubu assured Christian leaders from Northern Nigeria that his government would ensure […]
Osun 2026: Omisore Kicks Off ‘Rescue Mission,’ Declares Gov Bid
Former Deputy Governor of Osun State and immediate past National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Iyiola Omisore, has officially hinted of his intention to contest the 2026 governorship election in the state. Omisore, who is expected to run on the APC platform, made the announcement via his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on […]
Jonathan Denies Boko Haram Named Buhari for Peace Talks
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has refuted reports alleging that he said the late former President Muhammadu Buhari was once nominated by the Boko Haram terrorist group to represent them in negotiations with the federal government. In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Public Affairs, Ikechukwu Eze, Jonathan said his comments at […]
Ogun Secures Chinese Investment for Power Plant, Industrial Park
A Chinese power generation company, CCETC, has announced plans to establish a power generation plant and an industrial park in Ogun State. The company’s chairman, Mr. Guo Xianda, disclosed this during a meeting with Governor Dapo Abiodun at the Governor’s Office in Abeokuta over the weekend. Xianda revealed that CCETC would install a 3MW power […]
Trump Administration Approves $230 Million in Aid to Bolster Lebanon’s Security Forces, Counter Hezbollah
The Trump administration has approved a $230 million aid package for Lebanon’s security forces in a strategic effort to strengthen state institutions and curtail the influence of Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant and political group, officials in Washington and Beirut confirmed this week. The assistance includes $190 million for the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) and $40 […]
Sarah Mullally Appointed First Female Archbishop of Canterbury in Historic Church Milestone
In a landmark decision, Sarah Mullally has been named the new Archbishop of Canterbury, becoming the first woman to lead the Church of England and the spiritual head of the global Anglican Communion, which counts more than 85 million followers worldwide. At 63, Mullally already holds a distinguished record as Bishop of London since 2018—the […]
Hamas Agrees to Release Israeli Hostages Under Trump-Brokered Peace Plan, Raising Hopes for End to Gaza War
In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, Hamas announced Friday evening that it has agreed to release all Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, as outlined in a peace plan proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. The development marks the most promising step yet toward ending the nearly two-year-long war in Gaza. In a statement, the […]
PDP Issues Warning Over Anti-Party Activities in Akwa Ibom
The National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Debo Ologunagba, has warned members against engaging in actions capable of undermining the party’s unity or breaching its constitution. Speaking at an interactive session with journalists in Abuja on Thursday, Ologunagba reminded members that the PDP constitution forbids dual membership and any behaviour that […]
Chibok Girls’ Abduction Is a Scar I’ll Die With — Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has described the 2014 abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls as a permanent scar on his presidency and personal life. Jonathan made the remark on Friday in Abuja during the public presentation of Scars: Nigeria’s Journey and the Boko Haram Conundrum, a book authored by retired Chief of Defence Staff, Lucky Irabor. “It […]
Stop Igbo Property Demolitions, Ben Kalu Tells Tinubu
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene in the alleged demolition of houses and offices belonging to South Easterners in Lagos State. Kalu made the appeal on Friday at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba, during a reception in honour of the president following the […]
