Nnamdi Kanu Doubts Justice from Abuja Courts, Calls Trial a “Sham”
The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has expressed doubts about receiving fair judgment from courts in Abuja, citing alleged political interference in his trial. This revelation was made by his Lead Counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, following a visit to Kanu at the Department of State Services (DSS) headquarters in Abuja. […]
Lagos Assembly Defends Obasa’s Impeachment, Insists Removal Followed Due Process
The Lagos State House of Assembly has reaffirmed its decision to impeach its former Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, dismissing his claims that the process was unconstitutional. Obasa was impeached on January 13 over allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of office. His removal came weeks after reports surfaced that he allegedly spent ₦17 billion on constructing […]
Festus Keyamo Rejects 700% Cost Hike in Abuja Runway Contract
Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo has criticized the sharp increase in the cost of constructing Abuja’s second runway from ₦90 billion to ₦532 billion, calling the variation outrageous and unreasonable. Speaking on Channels Television’s Hardcopy on Friday, Keyamo emphasized the need for public officials to act with integrity and accountability. “As public officers, we are entrusted with positions […]
President Tinubu to Attend Africa Heads of State Energy Summit in Tanzania
President Bola Tinubu is set to leave Abuja today for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to attend the Africa Heads of State Energy Summit, scheduled for January 27–28, 2025. The summit, themed “Mission 300,” aims to expand electricity access to 300 million Africans by 2030. It is being hosted by the Tanzanian government in collaboration with […]
NELFUND Reaffirms Commitment to Affordable Education with Innovative Loan Programs
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Akintunde Sawyerr, has reiterated the agency’s dedication to making quality education both accessible and affordable for all Nigerians. In a statement released on Friday to mark the International Day of Education, themed “AI and Education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation,” Sawyerr highlighted […]
Conan O’Brien Reflects on Hosting Oscars Amid Devastating LA Wildfires
Oscars host Conan O’Brien revealed Friday that he remains unable to return to his home due to the widespread destruction caused by the Los Angeles wildfires. Speaking at a press event, O’Brien assured reporters that the Academy Awards organizers are working to ensure the event is both sensitive and reflective of the tragedy impacting the […]
State Department Halts Most US Foreign Aid Programs in Sweeping Freeze
The US State Department has imposed a broad freeze on nearly all foreign aid programs, sparing only emergency food initiatives and military assistance to Israel and Egypt. The decision, announced Friday, places billions of dollars in global aid supporting health, education, development, and security at risk. In 2023, the US allocated approximately $60 billion to […]
Trump Administration Renames Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America and Restores Denali’s Name to Mount McKinley
The Trump administration has enacted two significant name changes to iconic US landmarks, sparking both praise and controversy. On Friday, the Interior Department announced that the Gulf of Mexico will now be referred to as the Gulf of America, while Alaska’s Denali will revert to its former name, Mount McKinley. The decisions were made through […]
Trump Administration Directs Federal Agencies to Terminate All DEI Positions and Offices
The Trump administration has mandated the elimination of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) roles within federal agencies, directing their termination within 60 days, according to a memo issued Friday by the Office of Personnel Management. This directive aligns with a series of executive orders signed by President Donald Trump since taking office earlier this week, […]
Tinubu Appoints Chairpersons for 43 Federal Agencies, Issues Non-Interference Directive
President Bola Tinubu has appointed chairpersons for 43 federal agencies and parastatals, alongside a new Managing Director for the Nigerian Railway Corporation and a Director-General for the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI). The appointments, announced by the President’s Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, take immediate effect. Tinubu also directed the chairpersons to […]
