Shehu Sani Warns of Senate’s Intolerance for Whistleblowing
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has cautioned that whistleblowing in the Nigerian Senate is rarely tolerated, as lawmakers who expose internal matters often face severe consequences. Sani made this assertion on Thursday, citing his own experience in the Senate, where he nearly faced a six-month suspension for revealing senators’ salaries and allowances. His comments […]
Nnamdi Kanu Sues Federal Government Over Alleged Rights Violations
Detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has filed two lawsuits against the Nigerian government, alleging multiple violations of his constitutional rights, including denial of a fair trial and prolonged detention without due process. Kanu, through his legal team led by Special Counsel Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, is urging the court to […]
Senate Suspends Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for Six Months
The Nigerian Senate has suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, for six months following the adoption of a report by the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions. The committee investigated her for allegedly breaching Senate rules. The suspension comes after Akpoti-Uduaghan failed to appear before the committee on Wednesday. Her absence followed a […]
Tinubu Grants Automatic Employment to 774 National Health Fellows
President Bola Tinubu has approved automatic employment for 774 fellows who secured the National Health Fellowship (NHF). The employment will take effect upon the completion of their program in various sectors of the health industry. The NHF, a bold and transformative initiative introduced under Tinubu’s leadership, aims to harness the potential of young Nigerians in […]
Dabiri-Erewa Urges Nigerians Abroad to Stay Connected to Their Roots
Nigerians living abroad have been urged to remain connected to their homeland despite their pursuit of better opportunities in foreign countries. Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, made this appeal while addressing Nigerians who have migrated worldwide. She emphasized that their achievements contribute immensely to the pride of the nation and […]
FG Launches National Electronic Asset Register to Boost Transparency
The federal government has launched a National Electronic Asset Register to enhance transparency and accountability in asset management. Oluwatoyin Madein, the Accountant-General of the Federation, announced the development on Thursday via a post on X, stating that the initiative will provide real-time access to information on government-owned assets. “The importance of transparency in asset management […]
Severe Storms Leave Trail of Damage Across Tri-State, Knocking Down Trees and Cutting Power
Residents across the Tri-State area woke up to fallen trees, debris, and power outages Thursday morning after a night of heavy rain and strong winds battered the region. One of the hardest-hit areas was Forest Hills, Queens, where emergency crews worked late into the night to clear a large tree that had collapsed onto 110th […]
Russian Strike Kills Four in Ukraine as U.S. Aid and Intelligence Remain Frozen
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that there can be “no pause” in global pressure on Russia, following another wave of missile and drone attacks across Ukraine. His remarks come just one day after the United States confirmed it had halted intelligence sharing with Kyiv. Ukraine’s air force reported that 112 drones and two missiles […]
Shipping Firms Quietly Exit Hong Kong Over Fears of U.S.-China Conflict and Sanctions
Some of the world’s largest shipping companies are discreetly shifting operations away from Hong Kong and removing vessels from its flag registry, while others are preparing contingency plans to follow suit, according to six industry executives. The moves reflect growing concerns that, amid escalating tensions between Beijing and Washington, ships registered in Hong Kong could […]
Divided Supreme Court Rejects Trump’s Attempt to Freeze Billions in Foreign Aid
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down the Trump administration’s request to keep billions of dollars in foreign aid frozen, ruling 5-4 against the White House. However, the court did not set an immediate timeline for the funds to be released, allowing legal disputes to continue in lower courts. The decision saw Chief Justice […]
