Tensions Escalate as Hormuz Restrictions Return and Ceasefire Faces Strain
Iran said it has reimposed “strict control” over the Strait of Hormuz, reversing its earlier declaration that the vital shipping route was fully open. Officials cited the ongoing U.S. naval blockade as the reason for tightening restrictions on vessel movement through the key waterway. The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that its blockade […]
Momodu Defends Atiku’s 2027 Ambition, Dismisses Age Criticism
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, has rejected growing calls for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to step aside ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Atiku, who will be 80 by the time of the polls, has faced criticism over his age. However, Momodu, a loyal ally, described the campaign against […]
PDP Clarifies Anyanwu Appeal, Says No Suspension Ever Existed
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by Abdulrahman Mohammed, has clarified that the appeal filed by its National Secretary, Samuel Anyanwu, was not related to any suspension from the party. In a statement, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Haruna Mohammed, said reports suggesting otherwise were misconstrued and misrepresented. He added that the party has […]
Nigeria to Deploy 200 Special Forces to Türkiye for Advanced Training
Nigeria has concluded plans to send 200 Special Forces personnel to Türkiye for advanced military training, Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, confirmed. Musa made this known on Saturday at the 5th Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Türkiye after a meeting with his Turkish counterpart, Yasar Guler. He said the move signals a new phase in defence […]
Atiku Faults NBC Advisory, Warns of Threat to Press Freedom
Former Vice President and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the recent Code of Conduct advisory issued by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), describing it as an attempt to restrict press freedom and limit free expression ahead of elections. In a statement posted on his X handle on Saturday, Atiku […]
Oil Prices Plunge, Stocks Rally After Iran Signals Strait of Hormuz Reopening
Global oil prices fell sharply Friday and U.S. stock markets surged to record highs after Iran signaled that the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened to commercial shipping. U.S. crude dropped 11.4% to $83.85 per barrel, its lowest level since March 10, while Brent crude declined 9% to $90.38. The declines marked one of the […]
Trump Administration Extends Waiver on Russian Oil Amid Energy Pressures
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday reversed an earlier position and extended a sanctions waiver allowing continued purchases of Russian oil and petroleum products. The U.S. Treasury Department issued a new license permitting such transactions through May 16, replacing a previous 30-day waiver that had expired. The move is seen as part […]
Israel Seeks Clarification After Trump Says Strikes in Lebanon ‘Prohibited’
Israel has requested clarification from the White House after U.S. President Donald Trump said the country was “prohibited” from carrying out airstrikes in Lebanon—remarks that appeared to contradict the terms of a recently announced ceasefire. According to sources familiar with the matter, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his advisers were taken aback by Trump’s statement, […]
Tinubu Signs ₦68.32tn 2026 Budget, Extends 2025 Spending Timeline
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, authorising a total federal expenditure of ₦68.32 trillion for the fiscal year. The President also assented to an amendment extending the implementation period of the 2025 budget from March 31 to June 30, 2026, to allow the completion of ongoing capital projects. This […]
2027: ADC Warns Tinubu Faces “Millions of Angry Nigerians”
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has warned that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu risks a major defeat in the 2027 general elections, saying he will be contesting against “millions of Nigerians” facing severe hardship under his administration. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party was reacting to comments by the […]
