Trump Denies “Ceding Presidency” to Elon Musk Amid Growing Speculation
United States President-elect Donald Trump dismissed claims that he has “ceded the presidency” to billionaire Elon Musk, addressing the issue during a speech in Arizona. Trump praised Musk but unequivocally stated, “And no, he’s not taking the presidency,” calling the rumors another “hoax” propagated by political opponents. The comments follow Musk’s increasingly visible role in […]
Suspect in Custody After Woman Set on Fire and Killed on Brooklyn Subway
A person of interest is in custody, and charges are pending after a horrifying incident on Sunday morning where a woman was set on fire aboard a subway train in Brooklyn, resulting in her death. The NYPD responded to the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue subway station shortly before 7:30 a.m. after receiving a report of a […]
PDP Blames Tinubu’s Administration for Stampedes That Claimed 67 Lives
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has blamed the recent stampedes that resulted in over 67 fatalities on the “misery, poverty, and hunger” afflicting Nigerians under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. On Wednesday, over 35 people, mostly children, lost their lives during a stampede at a funfair in Ibadan, Oyo State. Similar tragedies occurred on Saturday during […]
FG Lifts Five-Year Mining Ban in Zamfara, Cites Security Improvements
The Federal Government has lifted the five-year ban on mining activities in Zamfara State, attributing the decision to significant improvements in the region’s security. Dele Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals Development, announced the policy shift during a press briefing on Sunday, with his spokesperson, Segun Tomori, confirming the development. “The Federal Government has lifted the […]
Deji Adeyanju Advocates for Minimum N250,000 Salary for Nigerian Lawyers
Human rights activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju has called for improved remuneration for lawyers in Nigeria to address the nation’s harsh economic realities. In a statement shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, December 21, Adeyanju asserted that no lawyer should earn less than ₦250,000 as a basic salary, excluding other benefits. He […]
Atiku Abubakar Criticizes 2025 Budget, Labels It “Inadequate and Unsustainable”
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized Nigeria’s proposed 2025 national budget, describing it as inadequate to tackle the country’s pressing structural issues. In a statement issued on Sunday, Atiku expressed concerns over the N48 trillion budget, which includes a revenue projection of N35 trillion and a deficit exceeding N13 trillion. He labeled the fiscal […]
Ndume Urges Withdrawal of Tax Reform Bills, Advocates Governance Reforms
Former Senate Chief Whip, Senator Ali Ndume, has urged the federal government to withdraw the proposed tax reform bills currently before the National Assembly, warning that their implementation could worsen Nigeria’s economic challenges. In a statement issued in Abuja, Ndume described the timing of the fiscal bills as inappropriate and called for broader consultations involving […]
Governor Fubara Denies APC Allegations, Reaffirms PDP Affiliation
Rivers State Governor, Siminialayi Fubara, has rejected accusations made by the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Chief Tony Okocha. Okocha had alleged that Governor Fubara was interfering in APC affairs by sponsoring court cases against the party. He also questioned why Fubara, who he claimed is not a member of […]
Trump Appoints TV Executive Mark Burnett as Special Envoy to the UK
US President-elect Donald Trump has named Mark Burnett, the British television executive behind The Apprentice, as his special envoy to the United Kingdom. Trump announced the appointment on Saturday, describing Burnett as a “distinguished figure” who would enhance diplomatic ties between the two nations. “Mark will work to strengthen US-UK relations by focusing on key […]
Grief and Outrage Erupt in Magdeburg After Deadly Christmas Market Attack
Magdeburg is grappling with grief and outrage after an attacker drove into a Christmas market through an emergency access lane, killing five people and injuring over 200. The tragedy has prompted questions about security measures and the suspect’s background, with German officials facing mounting criticism. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, along with regional leaders, visited the […]
