Biden Reflects on Legacy and Warns of Growing Oligarchy in Farewell Address
In his farewell address from the Oval Office, President Joe Biden reflected on his decades-long political career, celebrated his administration’s achievements, and issued a stark warning about the concentration of power among the nation’s wealthiest. As he prepares to transfer power to President-elect Donald Trump, Biden emphasized the resilience of American democracy during his tenure. […]
Sir Keir Starmer Solidifies Century-Long Alliance with Ukraine During Landmark Kyiv Visit
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has arrived in Kyiv to sign a historic 100-year partnership agreement with Ukraine, formalizing the UK’s ongoing economic and military assistance and pledging additional support. Downing Street confirmed the deal, emphasizing its significance for both nations’ futures. This visit marks Sir Keir’s first trip to Ukraine since taking office last […]
Wike Revokes Land Allocations of Governors and Political Figures in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has revoked the land allocations of some governors and other high-ranking political figures, including Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri, Imo Governor Hope Uzodimma, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, and PDP National Secretary Samuel Anyanwu. A total of 568 individuals, whose land allocations are in Maitama II, Cadastral Zone A10, […]
Federal Government Responds to Emir Sanusi’s Criticism of Economic Reforms
The Federal Government has expressed disappointment over remarks made by Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II, in which he criticized his decision to withhold support for the economic reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Speaking at the 21st memorial lecture of Chief Gani Fawehinmi in Lagos, Sanusi, the former Central Bank Governor, acknowledged the necessity of […]
ICPC Charges Jimi Lawal with Corruption and Money Laundering
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has charged Jimi Lawal, a former senior adviser to ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir el-Rufai, with corruption and money laundering. Lawal, who served as a counsellor at the Kaduna Economic Development Council from 2019 to 2023 and was an aide during El-Rufai’s first term, faces a […]
ASUU Urges National Assembly to Reject TETFund Abolition in Tax Reform Bill
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has called on the National Assembly and the National Economic Council to block any attempts to abolish the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) under the proposed Nigeria Tax Bill 2024. Speaking at Bayero University, Kano, ASUU Kano Zonal Coordinator, Professor Abdulkadir Muhammad, warned that the bill’s provisions to […]
Lagos PDP Urges EFCC to Probe Impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa
The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate Mudashiru Obasa, the impeached Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, and prosecute him if found guilty of allegations of misconduct and fraud. Speaking on the matter, PDP Spokesman Hakeem Amode stated […]
Emir Sanusi: “I Won’t Speak on Economy to Avoid Helping This Government”
The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, has declined to support the administration of President Bola Tinubu in explaining its economic policies, citing personal grievances and decades of poor governance as reasons for his decision. Speaking on Wednesday in Lagos as the chairman of the 21st Anniversary of Fawehinmiism (Gani Fawehinmi Annual Lecture 2025), […]
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Accepts Tinubu’s Invitation to Visit Nigeria
United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has accepted Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s invitation to visit Nigeria later this year. The invitation was extended during a bilateral meeting on Wednesday, held on the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025. Global leaders gathered at the event to discuss pressing […]
TikTok Users Flock to Xiaohongshu Amid Potential US Ban
As the likelihood of a TikTok ban in the United States looms, many American users are migrating to Xiaohongshu, a Chinese social media platform, pushing it to the top of the US App Store’s download charts. Dubbed “TikTok refugees,” these users view their shift to Xiaohongshu as a symbolic stance against the proposed ban. The […]
