Six Secret Service Agents Suspended Over Lapses in Trump Assassination Attempt Investigation
Six U.S. Secret Service agents have been suspended for security failures related to the July 2024 attempted assassination of then-presidential candidate Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, an official confirmed to ABC News. The disciplinary action comes just days before the first anniversary of the July 13 shooting, in which Trump narrowly escaped death but was […]
Sule Lamido Backs ADC for 2027, Says He’ll Remain in PDP Like Wike
Former Jigawa State Governor and founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Sule Lamido, has declared his support for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the 2027 general elections, even as he maintains his membership in the PDP. Speaking to BBC Hausa, Lamido said his political stance would mirror that of Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, […]
I’m Not Leaving PDP, Not Afraid of Opposition — Gov Dauda Lawal
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has dismissed rumours suggesting he plans to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to either the All Progressives Congress (APC) or the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, Lawal reaffirmed his loyalty to the PDP, stating that he remains a committed, card-carrying member of the party. “First of all, I’m glad that you said […]
Ex-APC Chairman Ganduje Inaugurated as FAAN Board Chairman
Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has been formally inaugurated as Chairman of the Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). The inauguration ceremony was held on Wednesday in Abuja, just weeks after Ganduje stepped down as APC national chairman, citing personal reasons. His appointment as FAAN board chair was approved by President […]
Economy Recovering Under Tinubu — Information Minister
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, says Nigeria’s economy is showing steady signs of improvement under President Bola Tinubu, despite ongoing hardships faced by citizens. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday during a meeting with members of the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), Idris said the economic reforms implemented by the administration are beginning to yield results. “The […]
Akpabio: Lawmakers Are Making Sacrifices, Not Enriching Themselves
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has stated that members of the National Assembly are not in office to enrich themselves, but to make sacrifices for the benefit of future generations. Akpabio made the remark during Wednesday’s plenary while contributing to the debate on a bill seeking to amend the Electricity Act, 2023. “People think we are here in the Senate to make money, not […]
Nigeria’s Crude Oil Rigs Rise to 46, Output Hits 1.7m Barrels Daily — NUPRC
Nigeria’s crude oil rigs have risen to 46, up from 44 recorded last week, according to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). The Commission’s Chief Executive, Gbenga Komolafe, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja at a Strategic Workshop for Media Practitioners organised by NUPRC’s Public Affairs and Corporate Communications Unit. “As of today, the rig count is 46,” Komolafe stated. “I check […]
Sowore Rejects Coalition, Brands Members Corrupt and Unfit
Omoyele Sowore, the 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), has launched a sharp attack on the emerging opposition coalition, warning that it is populated by individuals who lack the moral credibility to lead Nigeria. Appearing on Channels Television’s “The Morning Brief” on Wednesday, Sowore criticized the newly formed alliance which has adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its platform […]
NYC Leaders Decry Migrant Detentions, Call Out Inhumane Conditions at Federal Plaza Facility
New York City elected officials sounded the alarm Tuesday over the treatment of migrants held at a federal immigration detention center in Lower Manhattan, demanding transparency and accountability after witnessing court proceedings at 26 Federal Plaza. Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, Comptroller Brad Lander, Congressman Dan Goldman, and local faith leaders joined forces to highlight what […]
Teachers Union Endorses Zohran Mamdani for NYC Mayor as Trump Launches Escalating Attacks
Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani received a major boost Wednesday as the United Federation of Teachers (UFT) formally endorsed his campaign, marking a turning point in the race for City Hall. Mamdani joined UFT President Michael Mulgrew and union members in a morning event to discuss the endorsement and outline his education policy priorities. The influential […]
