Wike Slams PDP Over Unpaid Ground Rent for National Secretariat
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has criticized the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for failing to pay a N7.6 million ground rent on its National Secretariat land in Abuja, despite generating N33 billion from the sale of party forms. Speaking in Abuja on Friday while hosting officials of the Body of […]
FG Unveils Strategy to Address Power Crisis in Public Hospitals
The Federal Government has launched a comprehensive plan to tackle persistent power shortages in public hospitals, emphasizing the need for smart energy solutions to improve healthcare delivery. Speaking at the inauguration of the Implementation Committee for the National Dialogue on Power in the Health Sector in Abuja, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, […]
Five Arrested in Belgium Over Alleged Drink Spiking and Sexual Assault of Dozens of Women
Belgian authorities have arrested five men, including three bar managers, in connection with the rape and sexual assault of at least 41 women, according to local police and prosecutors. The investigation centers on drink spiking incidents that allegedly occurred between December 2021 and December 2024 in Kortrijk, a city in northwestern Belgium. The three bar […]
Five Injured in Amsterdam Stabbing Attack; Suspect in Custody
Five people were stabbed in central Amsterdam on Thursday in a broad daylight attack that prompted a rapid police response. Dutch authorities say the suspect was arrested shortly after the incident and is currently being treated for a leg injury sustained during his apprehension. Among the injured are two American citizens, a 67-year-old woman and […]
Powerful 7.7-Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Central Myanmar, Tremors Felt in Thailand and China
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, sending tremors across borders into Thailand and southwest China, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The epicenter was located approximately 16 kilometers (10 miles) northwest of Sagaing, at a depth of 10 kilometers, the USGS reported. The quake was felt across large parts […]
Senate Advances Bill for Same-Day Elections, Cost Reduction
The Senate has passed for second reading a bill seeking to amend the Electoral Act 2022 to mandate the conduct of all elections on the same day. Sponsored by Senator Saliu Mustapha (APC, Kwara Central), the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (SB.701) proposes: Holding Presidential, National Assembly, Governorship, and State Assembly elections on the same day Shortening the campaign period to cut election costs Allowing elected officials […]
Akpabio Declares Tinubu’s Second Term Certain, Confident of 2027 APC Victory
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has assured President Bola Ahmed Tinubu that his second term is secure despite opposition efforts ahead of the 2027 election. Speaking at a special Iftar/Lent dinner organized by the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) on Wednesday night in Abuja, Akpabio expressed confidence in the All Progressives Congress (APC) strengthening its political grip […]
Makinde Clarifies Sharia Panel Stance, Pledges Constitutional Adherence
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to constitutional governance, clarifying that the state will not oppose the proposed Sharia Panel as long as it aligns with the law. Addressing concerns about a media report suggesting Oyo State might challenge the panel in court, Makinde stated that citizens are free to […]
Experts Warn National Security Was Jeopardized as White House Defends Use of Signal for Yemen Strike Discussions
The White House on Wednesday defended its top national security officials amid growing backlash over their use of the encrypted messaging app Signal to discuss a pending U.S. military strike in Yemen—a move that former intelligence and defense officials say may have compromised national security. President Donald Trump and his national security team have not […]
Israeli Airstrike Kills Senior Hamas Spokesperson in Northern Gaza Amid Renewed Offensive
A senior Hamas spokesperson, Abdel-Latif Al-Qanoua, was killed in an Israeli airstrike targeting his tent in Jabalia, northern Gaza, according to Hamas-affiliated media on Thursday. The strike also injured multiple others. The attack is part of a renewed Israeli military campaign following the collapse of a two-month ceasefire. Medical sources report that separate airstrikes killed […]
