Ganduje Dismisses Concerns Over Atiku’s Visit to Buhari
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has downplayed concerns about former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s recent visit to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, emphasizing that the APC remains focused on strengthening its foundation and advancing its political goals. Speaking after leading a delegation of APC stakeholders to brief Buhari at his […]
Gov. Zulum Slams Minister, Pledges Stronger Security Against Boko Haram
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has dismissed claims that Minister of Information Mohammed Idris downplayed his concerns over the resurgence of Boko Haram activities, stating that such reports misrepresented the minister’s stance. Speaking during a security briefing in Maiduguri on Tuesday, Zulum raised alarms over renewed insurgent attacks, including abductions and violent raids, warning […]
CBN Warns Against Spraying and Hawking of Naira Notes
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a strong warning against the spraying, hawking, mutilation, or counterfeiting of the Naira, urging Nigerians to treat the currency with respect as it is a key symbol of national identity. Mrs. Hakama Sidi Ali, Acting Director of the Corporate Communications Department, made the remarks during the CBN’s […]
Obasanjo: Nigeria’s Poverty Due to Mismanagement, Not Lack of Resources
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has stated that Nigerians have no reason to be poor, given the nation’s abundance of resources, but highlighted that the country’s poverty is due to the mismanagement of these resources. Speaking at a dinner hosted by the Abia State Government in Umuahia on Friday, Obasanjo emphasized that Nigeria has all the […]
Plateau Governor Vows to Resist Land Grabs, Support Attack Victims
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, on Saturday visited communities in Bokkos Local Government Area recently hit by deadly attacks, pledging support for victims and a renewed commitment to protecting lives and property. The governor toured Hurti, Josho, Daffo, and other affected areas in Manguna District, condemning the violence as a deliberate effort to displace residents […]
Iranian Delegation Arrives in Oman for Indirect Nuclear Talks with U.S.
An Iranian delegation has arrived in Muscat, the capital of Oman, for indirect negotiations with U.S. officials regarding Tehran’s nuclear program, Iran’s state-run news agency IRIB reported Saturday. President Donald Trump had hinted at the meeting earlier in the week, calling it a “very big meeting” and part of a continuing diplomatic effort. “Hopefully those […]
Trump Presses Putin for Ceasefire in Ukraine as Envoys Meet in St. Petersburg
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly called on Russian President Vladimir Putin to “get moving” on securing a ceasefire in Ukraine, as his envoy Steve Witkoff held a lengthy meeting with the Russian leader in St. Petersburg on Friday. According to the Kremlin, the four-hour meeting—Witkoff’s third with Putin this year—centered on “aspects of […]
Explosion Outside Greek Railway Offices Sparks Alarm, No Injuries Reported
An explosion rocked central Athens late Friday near the offices of Greek railway company Hellenic Train, tearing through a backpack left outside the building. The blast occurred along Leoforos Andrea Siggrou, one of the city’s busiest highways, during peak traffic hours. Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities have been reported. Surveillance footage captured the moment of […]
Senator Ndume Cautions Tinubu on 2027 Re-election Bid Amid Growing Opposition
Senator Ali Ndume has raised concerns over the 2027 presidential race, warning President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to be wary of growing opposition movements that could pose a serious challenge to his second-term ambitions. Speaking on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Ndume pointed to a recent visit by opposition leaders, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, to ex-President […]
Adesina Urges Africa to Move Beyond Aid, Strengthen Domestic for Growth
The President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, has called for a radical shift in Africa’s approach to development, declaring that the “era of aid and free money is gone.” In his special lecture at the 14th Convocation of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) in Abuja, Dr. Adesina addressed the […]
