APC Never Promised Instant Miracles — Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led government never promised Nigerians instant solutions to the country’s challenges, insisting that its focus remains on delivering long-term and sustainable progress. Akpabio made the remarks on Friday during the inauguration of a seven-kilometre road and bridge project in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). His […]
Taraba Govt. Suspends Mining Operations Over Security Threats
The Taraba State Government has ordered the immediate suspension of all mining activities across the state following intelligence reports of emerging security threats that could undermine the peace currently enjoyed in the area. Governor Agbu Kefas approved the shutdown as part of efforts to prevent potential security breaches and maintain stability across the state. The […]
Tinubu Grants Customs CG Adeniyi Six-Month Extension
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a six-month extension of the tenure of the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi. The extension was disclosed in a statement issued by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, who noted that the additional six months will be Adeniyi’s final tenure extension. According to the Presidency, the extension is […]
IGP Appoints Anietie Iniedu as New Nigeria Police Spokesman
Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tunji Disu has appointed Anietie Iniedu as the new Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Nigeria Police Force. The appointment was announced on Friday in a statement issued by the outgoing Force spokesman, Anthony Placid, who described Iniedu as an experienced police officer with a strong background in public communication, operational […]
Delay in U.S.-Iran Talks Raises Questions Over Path to Lasting Peace
Plans for U.S. and Iranian negotiators to meet in Switzerland on Friday have been shelved, creating fresh uncertainty over efforts to transform a temporary ceasefire framework into a comprehensive peace agreement after more than three months of conflict. The postponement comes as renewed violence in Lebanon threatens to complicate an already fragile diplomatic process. Israeli […]
Israel-Hezbollah Clashes Threaten Fragile U.S.-Iran Peace Agreement
A new wave of fighting between Israel and Hezbollah has raised concerns about the stability of the recently signed U.S.-Iran agreement, as intense clashes in southern Lebanon threaten to undermine efforts to end months of regional conflict. The Israeli military carried out overnight strikes across southern Lebanon into Friday, targeting what it described as militant […]
U.S.-Iran Agreement Ends Hostilities, but Many Iranians Remain Skeptical
The United States and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending hostilities between the two countries and establishing a framework for future negotiations. President Donald Trump signed the agreement Wednesday evening during the G7 summit in France, alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, who hosted the gathering. Trump hailed the accord as a […]
FG Launches Nationwide Digital TV Switch Over
The Federal Government has officially launched Nigeria’s Digital Switch Over (DSO) programme, describing it as a landmark move to modernise the country’s broadcasting sector and expand digital access across the nation. The initiative, which signals Nigeria’s long-anticipated transition from analogue to digital terrestrial television broadcasting, is expected to reach over 40 million households and generate […]
Kingibe Disowns Report Behind Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Suspension
The Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ireti Kingibe, has denied signing the report that led to the suspension of Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan by the Senate. Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended in February 2025 following a dispute involving Senate President Godswill Akpabio, with the disciplinary process handled by the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, […]
NEC Unveils ₦83.2bn Climate Flood Intervention Plan
The National Economic Council has approved ₦83.2 billion for interventions under the Anticipatory Action Task Force (AATF) to reduce the impact of flooding and other climate-related emergencies across Nigeria. The approval was granted at the council’s 158th meeting held on Thursday in Abuja, following a presentation by the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning […]
