Chimamanda Adichie Endorses Obi for His Selfless Leadership
Renowned Nigerian author and global literary icon, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has once again thrown her weight behind former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, describing him as a rare political figure motivated by genuine concern for Nigeria rather than ego or personal ambition. In an exclusive interview, Adichie hailed Obi’s humility, integrity, and sense of accountability, stating that these […]
South Korea Begins Removing Border Loudspeakers in Bid to Ease North Korea Tensions
South Korea has started dismantling its loudspeakers used to broadcast anti-Pyongyang messages along the border, in what President Lee Jae-myung’s administration is calling a key step toward reducing military tensions on the Korean Peninsula. “Starting today, the military has begun removing the loudspeakers,” Defence Ministry spokesman Lee Kyung-ho told reporters Monday, adding that the measure […]
Trump Aide Slams India Over Russian Oil Purchases, Warns of Tariff Escalation
A senior aide to U.S. President Donald Trump has issued one of the administration’s strongest rebukes yet toward India, accusing New Delhi of helping finance Russia’s war in Ukraine through continued oil imports. Speaking on Fox News’ Sunday Morning Futures, Trump’s deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller said the president had made it “very clear” […]
CDCFIB Extends Recruitment Deadline by One Week
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has extended the deadline for its ongoing recruitment exercise by one week to allow more applicants complete their submissions. In a statement issued on Sunday and signed by the Board’s Secretary, A.M. Jibril, the new closing date for the recruitment portal is now August 11, 2025, instead of the […]
Keyamo Defends ₦712bn MMIA Upgrade, Cites Global Standards
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has defended the Federal Government’s plan to remodel Terminal One of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, at a cost of ₦712 billion, describing it as vital for aligning Nigeria’s aviation infrastructure with global standards. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Keyamo said the terminal constructed […]
FG Reaffirms Power Sector Commitment, Commissions 15MVA Substation in Lagos
The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to providing stable and uninterrupted electricity to Nigerians, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, gave the assurance over the weekend during the commissioning of the Kwaru 1X15 MVA 33/11KV Injection Substation in Ikotun-Egbe, Lagos. Adelabu said the new substation would significantly enhance power […]
El-Rufai Warns of National Collapse if APC Retains Power in 2027
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has issued a stark warning that Nigeria risks losing its national identity if the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) remains in power beyond the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Saturday during a grassroots mobilisation campaign organised by the opposition coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Sokoto State, El-Rufai accused the APC government of eroding […]
Falana Urges Tinubu to Tackle Poverty with Action, Not Rhetoric
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has called on President Bola Tinubu to go beyond rhetoric and take decisive action to address the rising poverty levels across Nigeria. Falana’s comments follow Tinubu’s recent remarks during a meeting with All Progressives Congress (APC) governors, where the President acknowledged the country’s economic challenges, reportedly saying: “To you, the governors, you must wet the […]
Smithsonian Defends Removal of Trump Impeachment Display, Denies Political Interference
The Smithsonian Institution has rejected claims that political interference influenced its decision to remove a display referencing the impeachments of U.S. President Donald Trump from the National Museum of American History. In a statement released Saturday, the Smithsonian said the placard was taken down purely due to curatorial concerns related to its “appearance, location, timeline, […]
Former Special Counsel Jack Smith Under Investigation by U.S. Federal Watchdog
Federal authorities have launched an investigation into Jack Smith, the former special counsel who led two major criminal probes into President Donald Trump before stepping down earlier this year. The Office of the Special Counsel (OSC), an independent federal agency responsible for enforcing rules governing the conduct of civil service employees, confirmed to the BBC […]
