North Korean Troops Reportedly Killed in Combat Alongside Russian Forces in Kursk
North Korean troops have reportedly suffered casualties while fighting Ukrainian forces in Russia’s Kursk border region, according to the United States and Ukraine’s military intelligence agency (GUR). This marks the first reported deaths of North Korean soldiers since it emerged in October that Pyongyang had sent approximately 10,000 troops to bolster Russia’s war effort. Report […]
Russian Chemical Weapons Commander Igor Kirillov Killed in Moscow Blast; Ukraine Claims Responsibility
Igor Kirillov, head of Russia’s Radiation, Chemical, and Biological Protection Troops, has died in an explosion in Moscow, with Ukraine’s SBU security service claiming responsibility for the targeted operation. Kirillov, widely accused by the West of overseeing chemical weapon use in Ukraine, was killed alongside an aide when explosives concealed in an electric scooter detonated […]
Ex-Minister Bolaji Abdullahi Quits PDP, Hints Move to New Party
Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing the decision as a “difficult conclusion” but a necessary step. In a resignation letter dated December 16, 2024, and addressed to the Ubandawaki Ward Chairman of the PDP in Ilorin, Abdullahi expressed gratitude to the […]
Benin’s Electoral Commission Seeks INEC Collaboration for 2026 Elections
The President of the Commission Electorale Nationale Autonome (CENA) of the Republic of Benin, Dr. Sacca Lafia, has sought collaboration with Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure the success of Benin’s 2026 general elections. Dr. Lafia made the call on Monday during a study visit to INEC headquarters in Abuja. Leading a 12-member […]
FG Renames University of Abuja After Yakubu Gowon
The Federal Government has renamed the University of Abuja after Nigeria’s former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, in recognition of his contributions to the country’s stability. This was announced on Monday, December 16, 2024, by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting presided over by […]
Tinubu Appoints Eight New Permanent Secretaries in Federal Civil Service
President Bola Tinubu has appointed eight new permanent secretaries in the federal civil service to fill existing and upcoming vacancies across states and geopolitical zones. The newly appointed permanent secretaries are: Onwusoro Maduka Ihemelandu (Abia State) Ndiomu Ebiogeh Philip (Bayelsa State) Anuma Ogbonnaya Nlia (Ebonyi State) Ogbodo Chinasa Nnam (Enugu State) Kalba Danjuma Usman (Gombe […]
FEC Approves N47.96 Trillion 2025 Budget
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has given final approval to the 2025 budget, which will be presented by President Bola Tinubu. Addressing State House correspondents shortly after Monday’s FEC meeting, chaired by President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, revealed that the total expenditure for 2025 is […]
FG Approves Free Train Services for Nigerians During Festive Season
The Federal Government has approved free train services for Nigerians during the festive season, from December 20, 2024, to January 5, 2025. This announcement was made by Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, on Monday, following the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa. Idris explained that the initiative […]
EFCC Busts Syndicate of 792 Cryptocurrency Fraud and Romance Scam Suspects in Lagos
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 792 suspects for alleged involvement in cryptocurrency investment fraud and romance scams in a groundbreaking operation conducted in Lagos. The raid took place on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at the syndicate’s hideout an imposing seven-storey building known as the Big Leaf Building located at No. 7, […]
FBI Leadership Shake-Up: Christopher Wray to Resign as Director by Jan. 20
The ongoing political saga surrounding the FBI took another twist this week as Christopher Wray announced he will step down as director at the end of President Joe Biden’s administration on Jan. 20. Wray’s resignation follows President-elect Donald Trump’s recent pledge to replace him with Kash Patel, a contentious figure who has defended Jan. 6 […]
