Massive Saharan Dust Plume Sweeps Across Caribbean, Heads Toward U.S. Gulf Coast
A vast plume of dust originating from the Sahara Desert blanketed much of the Caribbean on Monday, marking the most significant Saharan dust event of 2025 and prompting health advisories as it moves toward the southeastern United States. The massive cloud stretched over 2,000 miles, spanning from Barbados to Jamaica and extending roughly 750 miles […]
Second Group of White South African Refugees Arrives in U.S. Under Controversial Resettlement Program
A second group of white South Africans has arrived in the United States under a refugee resettlement initiative launched during former President Donald Trump’s administration, U.S. officials and advocacy groups confirmed Monday. Nine individuals, including several families, landed in Atlanta last week on a commercial flight, according to Jaco Kleynhans, head of international liaison for […]
Abia APC Alleges Governor Otti’s One-Man Rule, Vows Strong 2027 Comeback
The Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has sharply criticised Governor Alex Otti’s administration, accusing it of operating a one-man rule marked by a lack of transparency, accountability, and institutional oversight. Speaking during the inauguration of Renewed Hope Partners, a grassroots mobilisation group supporting President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election campaign, Abia APC Chairman, Dr. Kingsley C. […]
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. […]
