Peter Obi: Nigeria Worse Off Than in IBB’s Era
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has lamented Nigeria’s regression since former military president Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) left office in 1992. In a statement on his X handle, Obi reacted to the launch of Babangida’s autobiography, A Journey in Service, where he acknowledged IBB’s contributions to Nigeria’s economy, particularly in […]
Brazilian Supreme Court Fines Elon Musk’s X $1.42 Million for Defying Court Orders
Brazil’s Supreme Court has ordered social media platform X, owned by billionaire Elon Musk, to pay a fine of 8.1 million reais ($1.42 million) for failing to comply with judicial directives, according to a ruling made public on Thursday. The penalty stems from a legal case last year, in which the Supreme Court mandated X […]
EU to Boost U.S. Gas Imports and Accelerate Renewables to Cut Russian Energy Dependence
The European Union plans to increase natural gas imports from the United States and other suppliers while accelerating its shift to renewable energy, as part of efforts to end reliance on Russian fossil fuels, EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen announced. Speaking in a joint media interview, Jorgensen stressed the urgency of cutting payments to Russia […]
Sri Lankan Gang Leader Assassinated in Courtroom by Gunman Disguised as Lawyer
A notorious gang leader, Sanjeewa Kumara Samararathne, was shot and killed inside a Colombo courthouse on Wednesday by a gunman disguised as a lawyer, in an attack that has deepened concerns over Sri Lanka’s escalating gang violence. According to police, the shooter used a revolver smuggled into the courtroom inside a hollowed-out book, brought in […]
Gov. Hochul Declines to Remove Mayor Eric Adams, Announces Oversight Measures Instead
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that she will not pursue proceedings to remove Mayor Eric Adams from office, emphasizing the will of the voters and the sanctity of democratic elections. At a press conference, Hochul stated: “My strong belief is that the will of the voters and the supremacy and sanctity of democratic […]
NOSDRA Confirms Oil Spill from Shell’s Pipeline in Bayelsa
The National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) has reported an oil spill from Shell’s underwater pipeline in Obololi, Southern Ijaw Local Government Area (LGA) of Bayelsa State. Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), confirmed the incident, stating that the spill occurred at approximately 2:10 p.m. on […]
Okpebholo: “The System, Not Me, Will Probe Past Governors”
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has stated that any investigation into past governors of the state will be conducted by the system, not by him personally. Speaking on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Okpebholo dismissed allegations of orchestrating a probe, insisting that due process would take its course. “I am not the one probing them. The system […]
AGF Warns Adeleke Against Fresh Osun LG Elections, Cites Court Ruling
The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has cautioned Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, against proceeding with a fresh local government election, describing the move as unconstitutional and legally untenable. In a statement on Thursday, Fagbemi emphasized the legal implications of the recent Court of Appeal judgment delivered […]
IBB Admits MKO Abiola Won June 12 Election, Expresses Regret Over Annulment
Former military president Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) has finally admitted that Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola won the June 12, 1993, presidential election, widely regarded as Nigeria’s freest and fairest. In his autobiography, “A Journey in Service,” launched in Abuja on Thursday, Babangida reflected on the controversial annulment, expressing regret and taking full responsibility for the decision. “I regret June 12. I accept […]
NNPP Targets 2027 Presidency with Kwankwaso as Candidate
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has declared its ambition to become Nigeria’s ruling party by 2027, with Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as its presidential candidate. Speaking at the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja on Thursday, NNPP National Chairman, Dr. Ajuki Ahmad, affirmed that the party is fully prepared to contest and […]
