More Than One Million Gather in Madrid for Pope Leo XIV’s Corpus Christi Celebration
More than one million worshippers filled central Madrid on Sunday as Pope Leo XIV presided over a Mass and procession celebrating the Catholic feast of Corpus Christi, one of the most significant expressions of religious devotion in Spain. Crowds packed the area around Madrid’s Plaza Cibeles and surrounding streets, greeting the pontiff with cheers and […]
El-Rufai’s Aide Accuses ICPC of Denying Ex-Governor Medical Care
Fresh controversy has emerged over the detention of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai after his media adviser accused the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) of denying him access to medical treatment while in custody. In a statement issued on Wednesday, El-Rufai’s media aide, Muyiwa Adekeye, alleged that the former governor’s […]
PRP Confirms Donald Duke as 2027 Presidential Candidate
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Redemption Party has confirmed Donald Duke as the party’s duly elected presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. The party also announced that 420 candidates contesting various elective positions nationwide had been cleared ahead of the polls. In a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, […]
Innovation Key to Tackling Emerging Threats — Defence Minister
Nigeria’s security future may depend as much on technology and innovation as on military strength, Defence Minister Christopher Musa warned on Thursday while outlining the changing nature of global conflict in the digital age. Speaking at the Omniverse Africa Summit 3.0 in Lagos, Musa said modern warfare has moved beyond traditional battlefields into cyberspace, digital […]
U.S. and Iran Exchange New Strikes as Ceasefire Faces Fresh Strain
The United States and Iran exchanged fresh military strikes on Friday, further testing a fragile ceasefire as Washington intensifies efforts to secure an agreement aimed at ending the conflict. According to the U.S. Central Command, American forces intercepted a series of Iranian ballistic missiles and drones launched toward Gulf allies and key shipping routes in […]
Pentagon Reportedly Raises Counterintelligence Concerns Over Israeli Surveillance Activities
The Pentagon has reportedly elevated its assessment of the counterintelligence threat posed by Israel, citing concerns that the close U.S. ally is intensifying efforts to gather information on American policymaking related to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. According to current and former U.S. officials familiar with the matter, the Defense Intelligence Agency recently increased […]
Pope Leo XIV Arrives in Spain for High-Profile Visit Focused on Immigration and Social Justice
Pope Leo XIV arrived in Spain on Saturday for a seven-day visit centered on immigration, social justice, and the challenges facing the Catholic Church in modern Europe. The visit began with an official welcome from King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia at the royal palace in Madrid. Later, the Pope is expected to lead a […]
Peter Obi Blasts Tinubu’s Approval of 1,000 Forest Guards for Oyo, Calls It “Poor Leadership”
2027 presidential hopeful Peter Obi has criticized President Bola Tinubu over the approval of 1,000 forest guards for Oyo State, arguing that the move reflects a reactive rather than strategic approach to tackling insecurity. Obi said: “This is a further demonstration of poor leadership and attending to very serious governance and security issues with a […]
Senate Promises Fast-Track Action on State Police Amid Rising Insecurity
The Nigerian Senate has pledged to accelerate efforts to establish state police as the country continues to grapple with banditry, kidnappings, and violent attacks across several regions. Speaking on behalf of the Senate, Yemi Adaramodu said lawmakers are ready to begin the constitutional amendment process required to create state police and will treat the matter […]
Legal Disputes, Party Turmoil Cloud 2027 Elections
Political parties across Nigeria are facing increasing uncertainty ahead of the 2027 general elections as legal battles, rerun primaries, and internal factional disputes continue to cast doubt on the validity of candidates produced outside the timetable approved by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The development follows a warning by INEC that candidates emerging from […]
