Kwankwaso Urges Stronger North–South-East Alliance, Calls for National Unity
Vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has called for closer political and social ties between Northern Nigeria and the South-East, saying both regions share a longstanding relationship that should be strengthened for national unity. Speaking during an interview with BBC Igbo on Wednesday, Kwankwaso said Nigeria’s political history demonstrates […]
Court Seizes 48 Properties Linked to Ex-AGF Malami
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the final forfeiture of 48 properties allegedly linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), to the Federal Government, ruling that the assets were reasonably suspected to have been acquired with proceeds of unlawful activities. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik delivered the judgment […]
NPC Unveils Digital Birth, Death Registration Platform
The National Population Commission (NPC) has launched an online birth and death registration system under its Electronic Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (E-CRVS) platform. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, NPC Chairman, Aminu Yusuf, said the platform became operational on July 1, 2026, and is now available across all 36 states and […]
Bamidele Pushes Financial Autonomy for State Police
Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, has called for constitutional financial autonomy for proposed state police services, arguing that guaranteed funding is essential to protect them from interference by political office holders, business interests, criminal groups and other influential actors. Bamidele, who also serves as Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on the Review of […]
Spain and Gibraltar Enter New Era as Border Controls Are Removed
Spain and the British overseas territory of Gibraltar have begun a new chapter in their relationship with the removal of long-standing border controls, ending years of uncertainty and easing travel for thousands of daily cross-border commuters. The changes took effect on Wednesday after the United Kingdom and the European Union formally signed a landmark treaty […]
U.S. Launches Fresh Strikes on Iran as Naval Operations Intensify in Strait of Hormuz
The United States has launched another round of military strikes against Iran, with U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) saying the operation is aimed at reducing Tehran’s ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement released Tuesday, CENTCOM said American forces resumed offensive operations and reinstated a naval blockade targeting vessels traveling […]
Theresa May Urges Britain’s Next Prime Minister to Prioritize U.S.-UK Ties
Former British Prime Minister Theresa May has urged Britain’s next leader to focus on the enduring strategic relationship with the United States rather than allowing personal or political differences with President Donald Trump to shape bilateral ties. Her comments come as the United Kingdom prepares for another change in leadership, with the Labour Party expected […]
Gov. Eno Unveils ₦3.2bn Education Support Package for Students
Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has approved an increase in the state bursary award from ₦20,000 to ₦50,000 per beneficiary as part of efforts to reduce the financial burden on students and improve access to quality education. The governor also approved the release of ₦1.3 billion for the payment of bursaries to eligible students […]
Osun Police Arrest Suspected Fake PFIPC Director-General
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested Adeniyi Adeyemi, the self-acclaimed Director-General of the disputed Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC), following weeks of investigation into the activities of the alleged non-existent agency. Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Iniedu, confirmed that Adeyemi was arrested by operatives of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) in Osun State. “We have just confirmed the arrest of Mr. […]
Natasha Calls for Rehabilitation of Rescued Oyo Schoolchildren
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has called on the Federal and Oyo State Governments to provide psychological support, trauma counselling and rehabilitation for schoolchildren and teachers rescued after spending more than 50 days in captivity in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. Speaking during Tuesday’s Senate plenary while contributing to a motion on the successful rescue operation, the senator commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the […]
