Nigeria Eyes $25B Undersea Gas Pipeline to Europe — Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced that Nigeria is embarking on a $25 billion undersea gas pipeline project designed to transport natural gas to Europe via Morocco, a move aimed at positioning the country as a global energy player. Speaking during a meeting with top executives of Vitol Group the world’s largest independent commodity trader […]
Wike Vows to Lead Tinubu’s 2027 Campaign in Rivers, Dares PDP Critics
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory and ex-Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed his political loyalty to President Bola Tinubu, declaring that he will spearhead Tinubu’s re-election campaign in Rivers State despite being a prominent member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking during a media chat on Monday in Abuja, Wike boldly […]
Shehu Sani to North: Support Tinubu in 2027, South West Deserves Full Term
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has urged Northern Nigerians to back President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, arguing that the South West deserves to complete its constitutionally expected eight-year term in power. Speaking to journalists in Kaduna on Monday, Sani applauded the current administration’s performance and criticised past northern-led governments for failing to improve the […]
Delta Governor Vows to Drop Underperforming Commissioners
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has warned that commissioners who fail to deliver on their responsibilities will be removed from his cabinet. The governor issued the warning on Monday during the inauguration of newly constructed duplexes at the commissioners’ quarters in Asaba, the state capital. Dispelling rumours of a full cabinet shake-up, Oborevwori clarified that […]
FG Declares June 6 and 9 Public Holidays for Eid-ul-Adha
The Federal Government has declared Friday, June 6 and Monday, June 9, 2025, as public holidays to commemorate this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement issued by Dr. Magdalene Ajani, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, on Monday in Abuja. Tunji-Ojo extended his congratulations to all […]
ADC Chairman Urges Tinubu to Stop Politicizing CBN and Economic Data
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ralph Nwosu, has called on President Bola Tinubu to end political interference in Nigeria’s financial institutions, particularly the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), warning that such actions are undermining the economy and democracy. Speaking during the presentation of the Certificate of Return to ADC’s Anambra governorship […]
Six Injured in Suspected Terror Attack at Pro-Israel Rally in Boulder; FBI Investigating
Six people were injured after a man allegedly attacked a pro-Israel gathering in Boulder, Colorado, using Molotov cocktails and a makeshift flamethrower, U.S. authorities confirmed on Sunday. The incident, which took place at an outdoor mall during a weekly event supporting Israeli hostages, is being investigated by the FBI as a suspected act of terrorism. […]
Right-Wing Outsider Karol Nawrocki Wins Polish Presidency in Stunning Comeback
In a surprising upset, conservative historian Karol Nawrocki has been elected president of Poland, narrowly defeating liberal rival and Warsaw Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski with 50.9% of the vote, according to final results released by the State Electoral Commission (PKW) on Monday. The result marks a dramatic reversal from initial exit polls, which had indicated a […]
Philippines and EU to Launch Security Dialogue to Tackle Cyber Threats, Foreign Interference
The Philippines and the European Union have agreed to establish a formal dialogue on security and defense cooperation, with a focus on countering emerging threats such as cyberattacks, foreign interference, and disinformation campaigns, Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo announced Monday. The announcement came during the visit of EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas to […]
Atiku, Amaechi, El-Rufai Slam Tinubu on Poverty, Insecurity, Vow to Stop 2027 Bid
Three prominent opposition leaders former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, and former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi have openly criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over Nigeria’s deepening poverty, hunger, and insecurity, pledging to unite against his re-election in 2027. Speaking during a public lecture in Abuja on Saturday titled “Weaponisation of Poverty […]
