House Democrats Seek Epstein’s “Birthday Book” Amid Claims of Trump Letter and Withheld DOJ Files
House Democrats are pressing for access to a document known as Jeffrey Epstein’s “birthday book,” which reportedly contains a suggestive letter from former President Donald Trump, as part of their ongoing scrutiny of how the Trump administration handled Epstein-related investigations. In a letter sent Friday to representatives of Epstein’s estate, Reps. Ro Khanna and Robert […]
DeSantis Confirms Deportation Flights from ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ as Florida Expands Controversial Detention Site
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced Friday that deportation flights have officially begun from the state’s highly controversial immigration detention center deep in the Everglades—nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz”—with plans to escalate removals significantly in the coming weeks. Speaking near the remote facility, located roughly 50 miles west of Miami, DeSantis said that around 100 detainees had already […]
2027 Election: Laolu Akande Urges End to Recycled Politicians
Former presidential aide, Laolu Akande, has called for a departure from the era of recycled politicians, urging Nigerians to demand reform-minded, policy-driven leadership ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Thursday, Akande expressed concern over the current state of opposition politics, stating that despite its shortcomings, the All Progressives Congress (APC) remains more structurally prepared […]
SDP Disowns El-Rufai, Declares He Is Not a Party Member or Spokesman
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has officially distanced itself from former Kaduna State Governor Nasir el-Rufai, declaring that he is not a registered member of the party and has no mandate to represent it in any public capacity. The clarification was made by Idris Inuwa, the party’s Assistant National Secretary (North-West), during a press conference held on Friday in Kaduna. Inuwa said el-Rufai’s recent public […]
Aliko Dangote Steps Down as Cement Chair to Focus on Refinery
Africa’s foremost industrialist, Aliko Dangote, has officially stepped down as Chairman of the Board of Dangote Cement Plc, effective July 25, 2025, to concentrate on steering the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, Petrochemicals, Fertiliser, and Government Relations arms of his conglomerate. The development was confirmed in a statement issued on Friday by Anthony Chiejina, Group Chief, Branding & Communications Officer of Dangote Group, who described the move […]
Tinubu Seeks Time to Verify ₦4tr Power Debt, Vows Transparent Resolution
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appealed to power generation companies (GenCos) to allow the Federal Government additional time to verify and validate over ₦4 trillion in outstanding debts, assuring that his administration is committed to resolving the liquidity crisis threatening Nigeria’s power sector. The President made the appeal on Friday during a meeting with members […]
PDP Actively Courts Peter Obi, Former Members Ahead of 2027 — Prof. Jerry Gana
Founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former Minister of Information, Professor Jerry Gana, has confirmed that the party is engaging in strategic discussions with former members including Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi as part of its efforts to rebuild a strong coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on AIT’s Focus Nigeria on Friday, Gana disclosed […]
Sudan’s Islamists Eye Return to Power as Military Alliance Deepens Amid War
Sudan’s once-dominant Islamist movement is maneuvering for a political resurgence by aligning itself with the military amid the country’s ongoing civil war, according to senior figures within the group. Rooted in the former ruling National Congress Party (NCP), the movement has deployed fighters to support the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and is reportedly backing a […]
Thailand Rejects International Mediation, Demands Cambodia Cease Fire as Border Conflict Escalates
Thailand has rejected international offers to mediate its intensifying border conflict with Cambodia, instead calling for direct bilateral talks and demanding that Cambodian forces cease their attacks, the Thai Foreign Ministry said Friday. The fighting—centered along a long-disputed stretch of border—has now entered a second day, with heavy artillery exchanged across multiple hotspots. At least […]
Hong Kong Issues Arrest Warrants for 19 Overseas Activists in National Security Crackdown
Hong Kong’s national security police have issued arrest warrants for 19 pro-democracy activists based overseas, accusing them of subversion under Beijing’s sweeping national security law enacted in 2020. The announcement marks the largest coordinated action against individuals abroad since the law was introduced. Authorities claim the activists are involved in organizing or participating in the […]
