Fake Certificates: FG Launches Nationwide Verification Oct 6
The Federal Government has directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), military and paramilitary formations, and educational institutions to begin mandatory verification of academic certificates of staff and prospective employees from October 6, 2025. The directive, issued via a circular dated August 8, 2025 (Ref: 58524/111C/579) and signed by the Secretary to the Government of […]
Restructuring Must Unite, Not Divide Nigeria — SGF Akume
Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has said that with genuine dialogue and intent, restructuring can serve as a powerful tool for uniting Nigerians and strengthening the federation. Akume made the remarks in Abuja yesterday at the public presentation of a book titled Restructuring Nigeria: The Way Forward, authored by former Rivers […]
Obasanjo to Ladoja: Keep Politics off the Olubadan Throne
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has congratulated the Olubadan-designate, Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, ahead of his coronation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland on Friday. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Special Assistant on Media, Kehinde Akinyemi, Obasanjo urged the former Oyo State governor to embrace humility, patience, divine wisdom, and tolerance to succeed […]
Jury Convicts Man in Trump Assassination Attempt; Chaos Erupts in Courtroom
A federal jury on Tuesday convicted Ryan Routh of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump during a 2024 golf outing in Florida, capping a swift trial that turned chaotic as the defendant attempted to stab himself in court. The jury of seven women and five men deliberated for just two hours before finding Routh, […]
Trump Slams Global Climate Agenda in Fiery UN Address, Calls It “Greatest Con Job”
U.S. President Donald Trump launched a blistering critique of international climate change initiatives during his address to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, calling them “the greatest con job the world has ever seen” and accusing global leaders of sacrificing prosperity in pursuit of unproven environmental policies. Speaking before world leaders gathered in New […]
Trump Backs Full Ukrainian Victory, Marking Sharp Reversal on War Strategy
President Donald Trump on Tuesday voiced support for Ukraine’s full territorial restoration, signaling a major shift in U.S. policy and marking his most forceful endorsement yet of Kyiv’s wartime objectives. “I think Ukraine, with the support of the European Union, is in a position to fight and WIN all of Ukraine back in its original […]
Lawmakers Extend Recess, Resume October 7
The Senate and House of Representatives have postponed their resumption of plenary sessions to October 7, 2025. Lawmakers had earlier adjourned on July 24 for a two-month annual recess, with plenary scheduled to resume yesterday. However, the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, announced the new date in a statement titled “Reschedule of Resumption […]
Drug Abuse Among Youths a Grave Threat to Nigeria’s Future — Marwa
Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, has warned that rising drug abuse among young Nigerians poses one of the greatest threats to the nation’s future. Speaking in Abuja at the Kick Out Drug Abuse (KODA) football programme organised by Richy Gold International Ltd in partnership with the NDLEA, Marwa commended […]
Nigeria to Unveil New Climate Goals as Shettima Speaks at UNGA
Vice-President Kashim Shettima will today, Wednesday, September 24, deliver Nigeria’s national statement on behalf of President Bola Tinubu at the ongoing United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. Shettima is scheduled to speak between 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. local time. During the address, Nigeria is expected to unveil its updated Nationally Determined Contributions […]
Igbo Elders Warn Tinubu: Detaining Kanu Threatens Nigeria’s Unity
The United Igbo Elders Council (UNIEC) Worldwide has urged President Bola Tinubu to order the immediate and unconditional release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). In a statement on Tuesday, UNIEC Director-General Alpha Ikpeama said Kanu’s prolonged detention despite multiple favourable court rulings threatens both his health and Nigeria’s unity. […]
