JD Vance Says Ukraine War Won’t End Soon, Urges Russia and Ukraine to Pursue Peace Talks
U.S. Vice President JD Vance has acknowledged that the war in Ukraine is unlikely to end soon, urging both Russia and Ukraine to take responsibility for pursuing peace. In an interview with Bret Baier on Fox News’ Special Report, Vance said the conflict has reached a stage where both sides are well aware of each […]
Trump Bans Global Purchases of Iranian Oil, Warns of Harsh U.S. Sanctions for Violators
President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping ban on all global purchases of Iranian oil and petrochemical products, warning that any individual or nation defying the order will face immediate U.S. secondary sanctions. In a post on Truth Social Thursday, Trump declared, “They will not be allowed to do business with the United States of […]
NLC, TUC Call for Higher Wages, Retirement Age Changes
Millions of workers under the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have raised urgent demands for the federal and state governments to address key concerns, including the need for a review of workers’ conditions, higher salaries, and immediate actions on the escalating electricity crisis, rising cost of living, insecurity, and unemployment. Led […]
Baba-Ahmed Urges Atiku to Step Aside, Support Younger Leaders for 2027 Election
Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, former spokesperson for the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), has advised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to end his long-standing presidential ambitions and focus on supporting a new generation of leaders. Speaking in a recent interview on Channels Television, Baba-Ahmed—who resigned as Political Adviser to the President in the Office of the Vice […]
Makinde: Nigeria’s Prosperity Hinges on Right Leadership and Structure
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has emphasized that Nigeria’s advancement across all sectors depends on having the right leadership and structure in place. Speaking at the grand finale of the Oyo State Youth Summit 2025 at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, on Tuesday, Makinde rejected claims that foreign nations are responsible for holding […]
Edo Governor Increases Minimum Wage to N75,000, Promises Continued Reforms
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has announced an increase in the minimum wage for state workers from N70,000 to N75,000, reinforcing his administration’s commitment to workers’ welfare. The governor revealed the new wage during his May Day speech at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, commending Edo workers for their vital role in the state’s […]
Tinubu Urges Patience as Labour Pushes for Higher Retirement Age
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigerian workers to remain patient with his administration over their various demands amid the ongoing economic hardship, describing the situation as part of a global crisis. Tinubu made this appeal on Thursday during the 2025 May Day celebration at Eagle Square, Abuja, themed “Reclaiming the Civic Space in the […]
North-East Governors Partner Almajiri Commission to Boost Formal Education
Governors of the North-East states—Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Taraba, and Yobe—have pledged to collaborate with the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children Education (NCAOOSCE), committing to provide office space for the commission in each state. The resolution was part of a communique read by Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas at the conclusion of the […]
**Kamala Harris Sounds Alarm on Trump’s Leadership, Calls U.S. at Risk of Constitutional Crisis
In her most extensive public appearance since leaving office, former Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a forceful critique of President Donald Trump’s administration during a speech in San Francisco on Wednesday, warning that the country is at risk of a “constitutional crisis.” Speaking at the 20th anniversary gala of Emerge America—a political organization that recruits […]
U.S. Sought Tariff Negotiations with China, Says Chinese State Media
The Trump administration has reportedly reached out to China in an effort to initiate talks over the recently imposed 145% tariffs on Chinese imports, according to Yuyuan Tantian, a social media account affiliated with China’s state broadcaster CCTV. In a post on Weibo Thursday, the account cited unnamed sources who claimed that the U.S. had […]
