Trump Marks Army’s 250th Anniversary with Grand Parade Amid National Unrest
President Donald Trump presided over the largest military parade in decades on Friday, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States Army with a show of force in Washington, D.C., coinciding with his 79th birthday. The elaborate display featured nearly 7,000 service members, patriotic flyovers, and a fireworks finale. However, rainy weather appeared to reduce […]
U.S. Considers Expanding Travel Ban to 36 More Countries, Including Nigeria
The United States is weighing the expansion of its travel ban to include citizens from 36 additional countries, among them Nigeria, in what could be a sweeping escalation of President Donald Trump’s immigration restrictions. According to a classified State Department memo reviewed by The Washington Post, the proposed expansion would affect 25 African nations—representing nearly […]
Kenneth Okonkwo Accuses Peter Obi of Betrayal, Poor Leadership
Veteran Nollywood actor and former Labour Party (LP) chieftain, Kenneth Okonkwo, has launched a scathing attack on the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, accusing him of betrayal and weak leadership in the wake of the LP’s internal crisis. In an interview with Symfoni TV, Okonkwo alleged that Obi failed to show strong leadership following […]
Police Extend Tinted Glass Permit Deadline to August 12, 2025
The Nigeria Police Force has extended the enforcement deadline for the Tinted Glass Permit to August 12, 2025, following public outcry over the reactivation of the digital application process. Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, approved the extension to allow for a comprehensive review of the system and to ensure the process remains user-friendly, secure, […]
Osinbajo Urges Young Christians to Embrace Politics, Shape Nigeria’s Future
Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has urged young Christians to actively participate in politics, stressing that meaningful national transformation cannot happen without their involvement in the electoral and policymaking processes. Osinbajo made the call while delivering the keynote address at the 2nd Annual Daniel Taiwo Odukoya Memorial Lecture held at The Fountain of Life Church […]
Jega Warns of Democratic Reversal, Says ‘Democrazy’ Replacing Democracy
Former INEC Chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, has warned that Nigeria’s democracy remains fragile and vulnerable to authoritarian relapse, despite 26 years of uninterrupted civilian governance. Speaking at The Platform Nigeria: June 12, 2025 Edition hosted by The Covenant Nation Global in Lagos, Jega presented a paper titled “Required Reforms for Stronger Democratic Institutions in Nigeria,” […]
Suspended Rivers Governor Fubara Breaks Silence: “No King Lives Forever”
Suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has spoken publicly for the first time since his removal from office, declaring that “no king lives forever,” in what many interpret as a veiled message directed at his political adversaries. Fubara, addressing a gathering in Bonny over the weekend, reflected on the ongoing political crisis in the […]
Pope Leo XIV to Deliver First U.S. Address Virtually From Chicago’s Rate Field
Pope Leo XIV will deliver his first message to American audiences this Saturday in a special virtual appearance from his hometown of Chicago, marking his first U.S. address since ascending to the papacy in May. The event will take place at a cherished local venue: Guaranteed Rate Field, home of the Chicago White Sox and […]
Israel and Iran Exchange Air Strikes in Dangerous Escalation, Civilians Killed
A deadly night of warfare unfolded between Israel and Iran as both countries launched retaliatory air strikes, marking one of the most serious escalations in their long-standing hostilities. At least two civilians have been killed and dozens more injured in the violence. The confrontation began Friday with Israeli air strikes targeting Iranian nuclear and missile […]
King Charles III to Honor Air India Crash Victims During Trooping the Colour Parade
King Charles III has instructed members of the Royal Family to wear black armbands during Saturday’s Trooping the Colour ceremony in tribute to the victims of the recent Air India plane crash, Buckingham Palace announced. As a further mark of respect, the King has also requested a minute of silence to be observed following his […]
