El-Rufai Hits Back at Omokri Over Genocide Allegations
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has fired back at ex-presidential aide Reno Omokri over allegations that he played a role in the genocide of Southern Kaduna Christians. Omokri had accused El-Rufai of enabling violence, demolishing the homes of political opponents, and paying off killer herdsmen during his tenure as governor. He also referenced El-Rufai’s […]
TETFund Set to Tackle Energy Crisis in Nigerian Universities, Backs Full Autonomy
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has raised concerns over the impact of rising electricity tariffs on Nigerian tertiary institutions, vowing to step in and address the crisis. TETFund’s Executive Secretary, Sonny Echono, reaffirmed the agency’s dedication to strengthening research capabilities within local institutions, eliminating the need to send research samples abroad. “We will continue […]
PDP South-East Defies Court, Reinstates Ali Odefa as Vice-Chairman
In a bold and defiant move, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the south-east re-elected Ali Odefa as its national vice-chairman during a dynamic zonal congress held on Wednesday at Michael Okpara Square in Enugu. The gathering also ushered in a fresh executive team, with James Ugwu named zonal secretary, Regina Uchebo as zonal treasurer, […]
Kanu’s Lawyers Urge CJN to Reassign Case Amid Judicial Controversy
The legal representatives of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), have urgently appealed to the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) to intervene in the stalled reassignment of Kanu’s case. In a compelling letter, lead counsel Aloy Ejimakor pressed the CJN to instruct the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court […]
APC Reacts to El-Rufai’s Absence at NEC Meeting
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has addressed the absence of former Kaduna governor Nasir el-Rufai at its National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held on Wednesday at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja. The meeting marked the first gathering of the NEC since August 2023. The NEC, APC’s highest decision-making body, includes state governors, serving and […]
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 […]
