Trump Revokes Security Clearance of Attorneys Who Assisted Smith During his Investigations
President Donald Trump signed an executive action on Tuesday targeting the law firm representing former special counsel Jack Smith, revoking the security clearances of attorneys who assisted Smith during his investigations into Trump. The order specifically impacts Covington & Burling LLP, stripping its lawyers of security clearance and directing the Office of Management and Budget […]
Federal Employees Face Uncertainty as Musk Extends Ultimatum on Job Justifications
Federal employees remain in limbo after Elon Musk announced they would have “another chance” to justify their positions or face termination, despite previous guidance from some Trump administration officials suggesting compliance was voluntary. The conflicting directives have sown confusion across federal agencies. While departments such as the U.S. Treasury instructed staff to respond to Musk’s […]
Ukraine and U.S. Finalize Controversial Minerals Deal
Kyiv has reached an agreement with Washington on a major minerals deal, a senior Ukrainian official confirmed to the BBC. Describing the outcome as “positive” with key amendments, the official declined to disclose specific terms of the deal. Reports suggest that while the U.S. has withdrawn its initial demand for a $500 billion share in […]
House Narrowly Passes Massive Spending Bill, Giving Trump Key Victory
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved a multi-trillion-dollar government spending bill on Tuesday, handing President Donald Trump a significant legislative win as he advances his 2025 agenda. The bill passed in a 217-215 vote after Speaker Mike Johnson faced delays due to wavering support within his party. The legislation, which includes $4.5 trillion in […]
NSCDC Emphasizes Inter-Agency Collaboration, Key to Tackling Insecurity
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has reaffirmed the importance of inter-agency collaboration in addressing security challenges nationwide. Speaking on Tuesday during a visit by the Lagos management team of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Lagos State Commandant Mr. Adedotun Keshinro emphasized that working closely with sister security agencies, stakeholders, and civilians […]
Senate Refers Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan to Ethics Committee Over Seating Dispute
The Senate has referred Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) to the Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions for disciplinary review following a dispute over seating arrangements. The decision came after a heated exchange between Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senate President Godswill Akpabio on February 20, when she discovered that her seat had been changed without […]
APC Gears Up for 2027 Elections as Tinubu Leads National Caucus Meeting
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has commenced early preparations for the 2027 elections, with President Bola Tinubu presiding over the party’s National Caucus meeting on Tuesday. This marks the first of such gathering since he assumed office on May 29, 2023. The high-level meeting, held at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, brought together […]
Nigeria’s Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu Appointed PAP Committee Chairman
Deputy Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has been appointed Chairman of the Committee on Monetary and Financial Affairs of the Pan African Parliament (PAP), the legislative arm of the African Union (AU). Kalu succeeds Muntaka Mubarak of Ghana, who vacated the position following his appointment as a minister in his country’s new […]
FG Upgrades Visa-on-Arrival Policy for Enhanced Security and Efficiency
The federal government has clarified that the visa-on-arrival policy has not been scrapped but upgraded to enhance efficiency and security. Earlier, Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo suggested plans to cancel the policy due to inefficiencies. However, in a statement on Tuesday, Zahrah Audu, Director-General of the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), confirmed that the […]
APC Dismisses ‘One-Man Show’ Claims, Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusivity
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected claims that it operates as a “one-man show,” insisting that the party remains committed to inclusivity and structured leadership. Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir el-Rufai recently criticized the APC, alleging that it has deviated from its core values and failed to convene key party meetings. However, following the […]
