Court Blocks Aiyedatiwa’s 2027 Re-Election Bid, Cites Eight-Year Constitutional Limit
A Federal High Court in Akure has ruled that Lucky Aiyedatiwa cannot seek another term as governor of Ondo State, declaring that the 1999 Constitution (as amended) bars elected executives from staying in office beyond eight years. Delivering judgment on Thursday, Justice Toyin Bolaji Adegoke held that the constitution does not allow an elected President, […]
Shock in Senate: Nine Lawmakers Dump PDP, LP, APGA for ADC
Nigeria’s political landscape witnessed a major shake-up on Thursday as nine senators abandoned their parties to join the African Democratic Congress, a move seen as one of the most notable shifts in the Nigerian Senate in recent months. The defections were officially announced during plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who read letters from the […]
Oil Surges Past $100 as Iran Attacks Disrupt Global Energy Supply
Global oil prices spiked sharply on Thursday, briefly crossing the $100 mark, as renewed attacks linked to Iran intensified fears of a major disruption to the world’s energy supply. The surge came despite efforts by the International Energy Agency and its member countries to stabilize the market by releasing a record 400 million barrels of […]
U.S., Allies Plan Massive Oil Release as Iran War Sends Prices Above $100
The United States and its allies are preparing a large release of emergency oil reserves after global energy prices surged amid the escalating conflict with Iran. Chris Wright, the U.S. energy secretary, said Wednesday that the International Energy Agency had unanimously agreed to coordinate with President Donald Trump on releasing 400 million barrels of oil […]
Explosive Boat Attacks Set Two Fuel Tankers Ablaze in Iraqi Waters, Killing One Sailor
Two fuel tankers caught fire in Iraqi waters late Wednesday after suspected explosive-laden Iranian boats launched attacks in the Gulf near Iraq, according to officials and media reports. The vessels targeted were the Marshall Islands–flagged Safesea Vishnu and the Zefyros, both of which had loaded fuel cargo in Iraq, Iraqi port officials told Reuters. One […]
First Week of Iran War Costs U.S. $11.3 Billion, Trump Administration Tells Congress
The first six days of the war with Iran have cost the United States at least $11.3 billion, officials in the administration of Donald Trump told lawmakers during a classified congressional briefing this week, according to a source familiar with the discussions. The estimate was presented to senators in a closed-door session on Tuesday, though […]
Insecurity Will End When Sponsors Are Arrested—Adeyeye
Dayo Adeyeye, a politician and lawyer, has said Nigeria’s insecurity will subside once those sponsoring banditry, kidnappings and other violent crimes are identified, arrested, and prosecuted. Adeyeye, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress and Chairman of the Board of the Nigerian Ports Authority, alleged that some disgruntled Nigerians are behind the rising wave of […]
Global Market Pressures Push Fuel Prices Up — Edun
The Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, says Nigeria’s rising fuel prices reflect global market realities, urging citizens to recognise the growing local refining capacity that is cushioning the economy. Speaking in an exclusive interview on Wednesday’s edition of Politics Today on Channels Television, Edun said the recent spike follows escalating tensions in the Middle East, which […]
FG Plans Nationwide School Internet Access to Boost Digital Learning
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to connect schools across Nigeria to reliable internet services in a major push to strengthen digital learning and expand access to modern educational tools. The initiative was discussed during a high-level meeting between the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, and the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun […]
Ex-Sokoto Governor Tambuwal Dumps PDP for ADC
Aminu Tambuwal, former governor of Sokoto State and current senator representing Sokoto South, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing persistent internal crises and ongoing conflicts within the party. In a letter dated March 11 and addressed to his ward chairman in Tambuwal/Shinfiri, Tambuwal said his decision followed “deep reflection” and “extensive consultations.” […]
