Murder of Salome Adaidu by Gospel Singer Oluwatimileyin Ajayi Sparks Outrage
The alleged murder of Salome Adaidu by gospel singer Oluwatimileyin Ajayi has ignited widespread outrage on social media, with many demanding justice for the young woman. Philip P. Phinehas, a man who interacted with Salome on Facebook and WhatsApp, expressed deep sorrow over her death, questioning what the world was becoming. “I can’t believe this […]
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Arrested Amid Political Crisis
In an unprecedented event, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been arrested, becoming the first sitting president in the nation’s history to face such an action. His arrest comes amid an ongoing investigation into insurrection charges tied to his failed attempt to impose martial law—a move that led to his impeachment by parliament and […]
Biden Administration Plans to Remove Cuba from Terrorism Sponsor List in Prisoner Release Deal
The Biden administration announced plans to remove Cuba from the United States’ list of state sponsors of terrorism as part of an agreement tied to the release of 553 prisoners in Cuba. The White House confirmed the decision Tuesday after Cuba committed to gradually releasing individuals convicted of various offenses, including some believed to have […]
Nigeria Customs Records N196.94 Trillion Trade Value in 2024, Up 179%
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) achieved a groundbreaking trade value of N196.94 trillion in 2024, marking a 179.3% rise from N70.50 trillion in 2023, Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi announced on Tuesday. Adeniyi attributed this remarkable growth to strategic modernization and enhanced service delivery efforts initiated at the start of the year. “The total trade value handled […]
CBN Imposes N1.35 Billion Fine on Nine Banks for Cash Availability Failures
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has levied a N1.35 billion fine on nine Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) for failing to ensure sufficient Naira notes were available through Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) during the yuletide season. The affected banks include Fidelity Bank Plc, First Bank Plc, Keystone Bank Plc, Union Bank Plc, Globus Bank Plc, […]
Ndume Clarifies Stance on Tinubu, Advocates Policy Changes for Nigeria
Ali Ndume, the senator representing Borno South, has stated that his critiques are aimed at President Bola Tinubu’s policies, not the president himself. Speaking during Politics Today on Channels Television on Tuesday, Ndume emphasized his respect for Tinubu, describing him as a mentor he holds in high regard. The lawmaker, known for opposing certain policies of the […]
PDP Denounce False Claim of Egwu Replacing Odefa as Southeast Vice Chairman
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly refuted claims that Chidiebere Egwu had replaced Chief Ali Odefa as the Southeast Vice Chairman. In a statement issued in Abakaliki, state Chairman Mr. Onyemaechi Nwele and Secretary Ogbuefi Zacheus affirmed that Chief Odefa remains the legitimate National Vice Chairman for the Southeast. The PDP dismissed the allegation […]
Senate President Reaffirms Commitment to Electoral Reform Ahead of 2027 Elections
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has reaffirmed the National Assembly’s commitment to completing electoral reforms before the 2027 general elections, emphasizing the need for a system where every vote counts. Speaking as the Senate resumed after the yuletide break, Akpabio underscored the urgency of strengthening the electoral process for party primaries, congresses, and conventions. He described […]
Tinubu Appoints Folashade Adekaiyaoja as DSS Deputy Director-General
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mrs. Folashade Arinola Adekaiyaoja as the new Deputy Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), with the aim of bolstering the agency’s morale and enhancing its response to key security challenges. The appointment is part of a broader restructuring of the DSS, which will now have three Deputy Directors-General […]
Court Orders Immediate Release of Bashir Hadejia, Fines Police N10 Million
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the immediate release of politician and businessman Bashir Hadejia, declaring his arrest, detention, and home invasion unlawful. Presiding Judge Emeka Nwite delivered the ruling on Tuesday, imposing a N10 million fine against the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) for violating Hadejia’s fundamental human rights. The court also issued […]
