Ogun Governor Approves Training for Top Civil Servants
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has approved a training programme for permanent secretaries, principals-general, general managers, and other senior management officers in the state. In a statement on Saturday, Kehinde Onasanya, the state’s head of civil service, said the training will be held at the Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona School of Governance Studies (OSKASOGS) […]
Oyo Govt Begins Bursary Payments to Indigene Students
The Oyo State Government has commenced bursary payments to indigene students studying Law, Medicine, and Aviation, as well as final-year students in universities and polytechnics across Nigeria. In a statement on Saturday, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Dr. Sulaimon Olanrewaju, said the initiative aims to support students who meet the required criteria. “The […]
El-Rufai Criticizes Tinubu’s Leadership, Calls for Opposition Unity
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has expressed disappointment in President Bola Tinubu’s administration, stating that he and his allies had hoped Tinubu would replicate his Lagos achievements on a national scale but had “failed woefully.” Speaking in an interview with BBC Hausa on Saturday, El-Rufai revealed that despite concerns over Tinubu’s alleged certificate forgery […]
Wike Backs Rivers Assembly, Blames SSG for Political Crisis
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and former Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has declared his support for the Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule, insisting that he will not interfere with its constitutional duties. Speaking at a civic reception in Abalama Town, Wike accused Secretary to the Rivers […]
Tinubu Focused on Economic Reforms, Not 2027 Election – Presidency
President Bola Tinubu is prioritizing economic reforms and shared prosperity for Nigerians rather than the 2027 presidential election, the presidency has said. Amid ongoing discussions among opposition leaders to form a coalition against Tinubu in 2027, presidential spokesperson Sunday Dare emphasized that the president is more concerned about delivering results than political competition. “President Tinubu […]
Another Columbia Student Arrested as Federal Crackdown on Campus Protesters Intensifies
Federal agents have arrested another student involved in pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed. Leqaa Korda was taken into custody by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) for allegedly overstaying her visa, which expired on January 26, 2022. DHS also stated that Korda had previously been arrested in 2024 in connection […]
Federal Appeals Court Sides with Trump Administration on DEI Ban
After a string of legal setbacks for the Trump administration, a federal appeals court delivered a victory on Friday night, allowing enforcement of two executive orders aimed at eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs from the federal government. A three-judge panel from the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Trump administration is […]
U.S. Airstrike in Iraq Kills ISIS Global Operations Chief Abu Khadijah
A U.S. airstrike in western Iraq on Thursday eliminated ISIS’ second-in-command and chief of global operations, Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rifai, also known as “Abu Khadijah,” along with another ISIS operative, U.S. officials confirmed. The precision strike, carried out by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) in coordination with Iraqi Intelligence and Security Forces, targeted Abu Khadijah in […]
Senate Passes Government Funding Bill, Averting Shutdown at Last Minute
The Senate has passed a House-approved government funding bill, preventing a shutdown that was set to take effect at midnight on Friday. The bill cleared the Senate in a 54-46 vote, following a contentious debate that saw some Democrats break ranks to support the measure. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) played a key role […]
FG Rejects Proposal for 200 New Universities, Urges Strengthening of Existing Ones
The federal government has voiced strong opposition to the National Assembly’s plan to establish nearly 200 new universities across the country. Speaking at a ministerial press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, Minister of Education Tunji Alausa disclosed that about 200 bills are currently before the National Assembly seeking to create new universities. He warned that […]
