Recovery Efforts Halt in Potomac After Deadly D.C. Midair Crash; 40 Bodies Retrieved, Black boxes recovered
Following the nation’s first major commercial airline crash since 2009, dive teams have ended their search in the Potomac River after recovering all possible bodies without moving the submerged fuselage, sources familiar with the operation confirmed. The fatal collision occurred Wednesday night when a regional American Airlines passenger jet and a Black Hawk military helicopter […]
Myanmar Junta Extends State of Emergency, Delays Elections Amid Ongoing Conflict
Myanmar’s military government has extended the nation’s state of emergency for another six months, state media reported Friday, just a day before the fourth anniversary of the 2021 coup that ended a decade of democratic progress. The military seized power on February 1, 2021, overthrowing the elected civilian government of Aung San Suu Kyi. Since […]
Amaechi: Nigerian Politicians Are in Office to Steal, Kill, and Retain Power
Former Transport Minister, Rotimi Amaechi, has alleged that Nigerian politicians are primarily in office to steal, kill, and cling to power, criticizing the deeply corrupt political system. Speaking at the National Conference on Strengthening Democracy in Nigeria, Amaechi highlighted the lack of political integrity and the public’s short memory, which he said enables politicians to escape accountability. “All we hear here […]
AGF Fagbemi Defends IGP Egbetokun’s Tenure, Says Stay in Office Is Lawful
The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has defended the continuous stay of Kayode Egbetokun as Inspector-General of Police (IGP), asserting that his tenure remains lawful. In a statement issued on Thursday, Fagbemi explained that Egbetokun’s appointment, which commenced on October 31, 2023, is valid for a four-year term. The AGF referenced the Police Act amendment of 2024, which allows […]
Edo Governor Signs New Anti-Cultism Law with Death Penalty for Offenders
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has signed the Secret Cult and Similar Activities Prohibition Bill, 2025, into law, replacing the Edo State Secret Cult Prohibition Law, 2018. The new law, passed by the Edo State House of Assembly, took effect on January 24, 2025. Announcing the development on Thursday, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Fred Itua, stated that the […]
El-Rufai Slams Tinubu’s Defenders, Says Clowns Paid to Justify Government’s Actions
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has criticized the Tinubu-led administration, claiming that certain individuals are being paid to defend its actions. El-Rufai made the remarks in response to a post by Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, who had criticized him for his public comments on the APC government. Speaking at a national conference on strengthening democracy in […]
Sowore Granted ₦10M Bail, Leads Protest Against IGP Egbetokun
A Federal High Court has granted Omoyele Sowore, convener of the #RevolutionNow movement, bail set at ₦10 million with one surety in like sum. Justice Musa Liman ruled that the surety must be a responsible individual with landed property of equivalent value. The original property documents and a passport photograph must be submitted to the […]
Gov. Fintiri Criticizes FG’s Economic Policies, Says ‘Nigeria Is Bleeding’
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has strongly criticized the Federal Government’s economic policies, stating that they are worsening hardship for Nigerians. Speaking on Thursday at a meeting of the National Reconciliation Committee of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Bauchi, Fintiri lamented the economic downturn, urging the government to reconsider its policies. The meeting was attended by the Governors of Bauchi and […]
American Airlines Jet and Black Hawk Helicopter Collide Over Washington, D.C., Multiple Fatalities Confirmed
A regional American Airlines passenger jet and a Black Hawk military helicopter collided midair over Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night, marking the nation’s first major commercial airline crash since 2009. Law enforcement sources confirmed multiple fatalities, with several bodies recovered from the Potomac River. As of now, no survivors have been found, according to officials […]
Trump Signs Laken Riley Act, Strengthening Immigration Enforcement
President Donald Trump signed the Laken Riley Act on Wednesday, marking the first bill of his second term as part of a broader effort to crack down on illegal immigration. The new law mandates that federal authorities detain undocumented immigrants accused of crimes—including certain misdemeanors—pending potential deportation, even before a conviction. “Today’s signing brings us […]
