Trump Freezes U.S. Aid to South Africa Over Land Law and Genocide Case Against Israel

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order freezing financial aid to South Africa, escalating tensions between the two nations. The move follows Trump’s earlier threat to cut funding over South Africa’s new land law and its legal action against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing it of genocide. In a […]

Anyanwu Accuses PDP Governors, BoT of Plotting His Removal Over Wike Ties

Embattled National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Sam Anyanwu, has accused party governors and the Board of Trustees (BoT) of orchestrating efforts to remove him due to his close ties with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. In an exclusive interview with Saturday Tribune, Anyanwu alleged that calls for […]

Nigeria Expands Contactless Passport Renewal System to Europe

Nigeria has launched its Contactless Passport Renewal System across Europe, following its successful rollout in Canada. Speaking at the launch, the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, described the initiative as a pivotal step in enhancing government services for Nigerians abroad, aligning with the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda. “This innovative system is designed to eliminate […]

NNPC Debunks Reports of Explosion at Warri Refinery

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has dismissed reports of an explosion at the Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company (WRPC), calling them “completely false.” In a statement, NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, clarified that the refinery is undergoing routine maintenance, which necessitated a temporary shutdown of operations at WRPC Area 1. Soneye […]

Military Eliminates Notorious Terrorist Kingpins in Zamfara

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has confirmed the elimination of two notorious terrorist leaders, identified as Kachalla Gwammade and Kachalla Shehu, in a military operation in Zamfara State. Musa made the announcement on Friday during the closing ceremony of the CDS Joint Task Force Commanders Conference. According to military sources, the […]

Kenneth Okonkwo Slams Opposition Parties, Says They Failed Public Expectations

Former Labour Party (LP) chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo has criticized Nigeria’s opposition parties, stating that they have failed to meet public expectations. Okonkwo, who served as LP’s presidential campaign spokesperson in the 2023 elections, made the remarks on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily while reacting to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s claim that President Bola Tinubu’s administration allegedly paid N50 […]

Bode George Calls for Calm Amid PDP Leadership Crisis

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees member, Bode George, has called for calm among party leaders and members as tensions rise over leadership disputes and executive positions. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, George expressed concern that internal conflicts could destabilize the party, warning that the PDP risks becoming a “rudderless ship” if issues […]

Trump Administration Targets NYC’s Sanctuary Policies as ICE Raids Intensify

New York City, the nation’s largest sanctuary city, is facing increased pressure from the Trump administration, as U.S. Attorney General orders a pause in federal funding for cities that interfere with immigration enforcement operations. At the same time, the Adams administration has confirmed that it is cooperating with ICE agents during targeted immigration operations across […]

Trump’s Border Czar Warns Mexican Cartels Against Attacking U.S. Troops

“Border czar” Tom Homan has warned that President Donald Trump will not hesitate to deploy the U.S. military against Mexican cartels if they target American troops stationed along the southern border. “I think the cartels would be foolish to take on the military, but we know they’ve taken on the Mexican military before. Now, we […]

Trump Imposes Sanctions on ICC Over Investigations Targeting U.S. and Allies

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday, imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) in response to its investigations into the United States and its allies, including Israel. A White House official confirmed that the order introduces financial and visa restrictions on individuals and their families who assist ICC probes into […]