Wike Rules Out 2027 Presidential Ambition, Reaffirms Loyalty to Tinubu
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed any speculation about contesting against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general election, stressing his loyalty to the current administration. Speaking in a BBC Pidgin interview over the weekend, Wike clarified that his recent call for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to zone […]
ICPC, NASENI Forge Tech Alliance to Curb Corruption in Nigeria
Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has called on the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) to leverage its technological expertise in the fight against corruption. Dr. Aliyu made the appeal during a courtesy visit by NASENI’s Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, […]
Poverty, Economic Exclusion Fueling Insecurity in Northern Nigeria – Gov Uba Sani
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has identified poverty and economic exclusion as the root causes of insecurity in Northern Nigeria, warning that unrest will persist without a comprehensive and long-term strategy. Speaking on Sunday Politics on Channels Television, the governor said his administration is adopting a data-driven approach to tackle poverty and underdevelopment across the state and […]
FBI Labels Palm Springs Blast Near Fertility Clinic as Intentional Terror Attack
The FBI has classified a deadly explosion near a fertility clinic in Palm Springs as an “intentional act of terrorism,” following a blast Saturday morning that killed one person and injured four others. Investigators have not yet determined whether the act stemmed from domestic or international motives. The explosion occurred just before 11 a.m. local […]
Carney Vows Unyielding Support for Ukraine in First Talks with Zelenskiy Ahead of G7 Summit
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney pledged steadfast support for Ukraine during his first face-to-face meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy since assuming office, held Saturday in Rome ahead of the inaugural mass of newly elected Pope Leo at the Vatican. “Canada stands with Ukraine in unwavering solidarity,” Carney told Zelenskiy during their talks. “There can be […]
Mexican Security Forces Kill 12, Arrest 9 in Major Cartel Operation in Michoacán
Mexican security forces killed 12 suspected cartel members and arrested nine others during a large-scale operation Saturday in the rural town of Huitzontla, Michoacán, the country’s Security Ministry confirmed. The raid, led by Mexico’s Navy in response to rising criminal activity in the region, resulted in injuries to three naval personnel. Security Minister Omar Harfuch […]
Governor Eno to Commissioners: Stay Accountable or Get Fired
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has issued a strong warning to his cabinet, declaring that any commissioner absent from his official engagements whether scheduled or unscheduled will be dismissed immediately. During an unscheduled inspection of the Judiciary Village project in Uyo on Friday, Governor Eno expressed frustration at the absence of key commissioners, […]
North-West APC Endorses Tinubu for 2027, Declares Him Sole Candidate
The North-West zone of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has endorsed President Bola Tinubu as its sole candidate for the 2027 presidential election and passed a vote of confidence in his leadership. The resolution was reached during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting held on Saturday in Kaduna, where party leaders praised Tinubu’s governance style, reforms, and […]
Kwankwaso Denies APC Defection Rumours, Reaffirms Loyalty to NNPP
Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has firmly denied claims that he is planning to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), calling the reports false and politically mischievous. Taking to his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle, Kwankwaso stated: “I have refrained from commenting on contemporary political events, and I will continue to do so […]
Wike Denies Rift With Fubara, Says “He’s My Son” Amid Rivers Political Crisis
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims of a personal conflict with suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, saying he still regards him as a political protégé. In an interview with BBC Pidgin published Saturday, Wike insisted his fight is not with Fubara, but with individuals allegedly manipulating the governor for selfish gain. “That one […]
