Wike Confirms 1,659 FCTA Staff After Verification
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has approved the confirmation of the appointments of 1,659 staff of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). The affected staff were among the 2,281 workers who participated in a confirmation examination conducted by the FCT Civil Service Commission on February 28, 2026. In a statement issued […]
IGP Disu Appoints DCP Anthony Placid as New Police Force Spokesperson
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has approved the appointment of Deputy Commissioner of Police, Anthony Placid, as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force. The development was announced in a statement issued on Sunday by Benjamin Hundeyin, who signed as the outgoing spokesperson at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. […]
Sowore Vows to Unseat Tinubu in 2027
Human rights activist and pro-democracy campaigner Omoyele Sowore has declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election, stating that he aims to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Sowore said his proposed administration would prioritise addressing Nigeria’s electricity crisis and rising insecurity if elected. Speaking in an interview, the former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress said his ambition […]
Ndume Tells Tinubu: Act Decisively on Security Emergency
Senator Ali Ndume, former Senate Leader, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reinforce his national security emergency declaration with sustained and coordinated military operations against insurgents nationwide. Tinubu declared the emergency on November 26, 2025, following a surge of terrorist attacks in Kwara State, Kebbi State, and Niger State, which resulted in the abduction of over […]
Niger Sets March 23 Cut-Off for 2027 Election Aspirants
The Niger State Government has directed all political appointees and public office holders who intend to contest in the 2027 general elections to resign on or before March 23, 2026. The directive was issued by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Abubakar Usman, following the release of the revised 2027 electoral timetable by the […]
Iran’s Clerical Council Nears Decision on Khamenei Successor Amid Israeli Threats
Iran’s clerical body responsible for selecting the country’s next supreme leader says it has reached a preliminary consensus following the killing of Ali Khamenei, though some procedural issues remain unresolved. Mohammad-Mahdi Mirbagheri, a member of the Assembly of Experts, said the group has largely agreed on a path forward in choosing a successor. Speaking to […]
Federal Judge Rules Kari Lake’s Leadership of U.S. Media Agency Was Illegal
A federal judge on Saturday ruled that Kari Lake unlawfully served as the acting head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media for much of last year, invalidating a series of decisions she made that reduced staffing and scaled back operations at Voice of America. In his ruling, Royce Lamberth granted summary judgment to plaintiffs […]
Two Detained After Suspicious Devices Ignited During Protest Outside NYC Mayor’s Residence
Two individuals were taken into custody Saturday after authorities said a pair of “suspicious devices” were ignited during demonstrations outside Gracie Mansion, police said. The incident occurred as an anti-Islam protest led by conservative influencer Jake Lang unfolded near the mayor’s residence, alongside a counterdemonstration. Jessica Tisch, commissioner of the New York City Police Department, […]
Army Chief Vows Strong Action Against Insurgents
The Chief of Army Staff, Waidi Shaibu, has reassured Nigerians that troops under the Operation HADIN KAI are firmly managing the security situation in the North-East while intensifying operations against insurgent groups. Shaibu gave the assurance on Saturday in Maiduguri after a closed-door operational meeting with the Theatre Commander of the operation, Abdulsalam Abubakar, and […]
Tinubu Approves Salary Increase for Nigerian Military Personnel
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a salary increase for members of the Nigerian Armed Forces as part of efforts to improve the welfare of military personnel. Tinubu made the announcement during an interfaith breaking of fast with Service Chiefs at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The President said the welfare and accommodation challenges faced by military personnel would receive priority attention […]
