NNPP Dismisses Ganduje’s Claims of Factionalism as “Inconsequential”

Ladipo Johnson, the National Publicity Secretary of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), has dismissed recent comments by Abdullahi Ganduje, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as “inconsequential.” Ganduje had alleged that the NNPP was grappling with severe factionalism, which Johnson refuted, calling the claim a misunderstanding of the party’s internal structure. In […]

SDP Not a Haven for Disgruntled APC Politicians — Adebayo Warns El-Rufai, Others

Social Democratic Party (SDP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has stated that the party will not be used by disgruntled political actors, including former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, as a platform to fight personal battles against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking at the 50th birthday celebration of his wife, Queen […]

Benue Under Siege by Foreign Militants, Not Nigerians — Governor Alia

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has attributed the recent surge in deadly violence across the state to foreign militants, primarily from Mali, rather than Nigerian herders. Speaking on Channels TV’s Politics Today on Tuesday, Alia said eyewitness accounts and local communities have consistently identified the attackers as non-Nigerians due to their unfamiliar accents and appearance. “Attackers […]

Northern Politicians Owe the People an Apology – Gov Uba Sani

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has openly criticized northern Nigeria’s political class, declaring that leaders from the region over the past 20 years have collectively failed their people and must apologize for decades of underdevelopment and neglect. Speaking during an interview with TRUST TV, Governor Sani stressed the importance of accountability and constructive criticism in governance, […]

Vatican Sets Funeral for Pope Francis as World Mourns Historic Papacy

Following the death of Pope Francis, the College of Cardinals has begun taking formal steps in preparation for his funeral and the selection of his successor. The Vatican announced Tuesday that the pope’s funeral will take place on Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter’s Square and will be presided over by Cardinal Giovanni Battista […]

Thailand Delays U.S. Trade Talks Amid Tariff Threats and Ongoing Policy Review

Thailand has postponed its upcoming trade negotiations with the United States after Washington requested a review of several key issues, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra confirmed on Tuesday. Originally slated for April 23, the talks will be rescheduled, though a new date has yet to be announced. The delay comes at a critical time for Thailand, […]

Ijora Bridge to Be Fully Closed for Repairs Starting April 27 — FG

The Federal Government has announced a full closure of the Ijora Bridge in Lagos, beginning Saturday, April 27, to carry out essential repair works. According to Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, the repairs will focus on replacing approximately 50 defective bearings beneath the bridge deck across three sections. This work […]

Jonathan Vows Continued Service to Peace After Receiving Global Award

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has pledged to remain committed to promoting peace and serving humanity in Nigeria and across the globe. He made the vow on Sunday in Abuja at a reception organized in his honor by “Friends of Dr Goodluck Jonathan,” following his receipt of the 2025 Sunhak Global Peace Prize in Seoul, South Korea. “It […]

Nigeria Targets 4,000 MW Boost to National Grid by 2026

The Federal Government has set a target of adding an additional 4,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity to Nigeria’s national grid by the end of 2026 as part of an updated implementation plan for the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI). In a statement released on Sunday, Bolaji Tunji, Special Adviser to the Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu, […]