Peter Obi Criticizes Nigeria’s Democracy, Calls for New Vision at Ondo Rally
Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in Nigeria’s 2023 elections, has voiced concerns about the state of democracy in the country, calling it “suffering.” Obi made these remarks on Monday during a campaign rally in Akure, Ondo State, where he was supporting the party’s governorship candidate, Sola Ebiseni, ahead of the Saturday election. […]
IPMAN Secures Direct Supply Deal with Dangote Refinery to Ensure Affordable Fuel Distribution
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has finalized a direct supply agreement with Dangote Refinery, a strategic move expected to make fuel more affordable and accessible across Nigeria. IPMAN President Abubakar Garima announced the deal at a briefing in Abuja, highlighting it as a breakthrough for petroleum product distribution. Garima explained that IPMAN […]
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Criticizes Southeast Governors for “Betrayal” Over Kanu’s Prolonged Detention
The socio-political group Ohanaeze Ndigbo has strongly condemned Southeast governors for what it terms “intentional negligence” regarding the prolonged detention of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). In a statement issued by Secretary General Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Ohanaeze accused the governors of a “deliberate betrayal” of the Igbo people, citing […]
Atiku to Tinubu: “I’m Not Jealous, Focus on Easing Nigerian Hardship”
Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has sharply criticized President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, accusing them of exacerbating hardship for Nigerians. In a statement released by his Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, on Monday, Atiku urged Tinubu to prioritize good governance rather than targeting political opponents. The […]
Singaporean Man Charged in Stabbing of Catholic Priest During Mass Amid Rising Crime Concerns
A Singaporean man, Basnayake Keith Spencer, appeared in court on Monday charged with stabbing a Catholic priest during Mass over the weekend, though authorities confirmed no evidence suggests a religious or terrorist motive behind the attack. The 37-year-old allegedly attacked 57-year-old parish priest Christopher Lee Kwong Heng with a foldable knife during Saturday evening Mass […]
Amsterdam Police Detain Pro-Palestinian Protesters Defying Ban Amid Rising Tensions Following Violent Clashes
In Amsterdam, police detained dozens of pro-Palestinian demonstrators on Sunday after they defied a ban on public protests in the city. Hundreds gathered in Dam Square, calling for an end to the conflict in Gaza and voicing opposition to the protest ban. The ban on demonstrations was implemented by Amsterdam’s Mayor Femke Halsema after a […]
Trump Appoints Tom Homan as Border Czar, Elise Stefanik as UN Ambassador Ahead of White House Return
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has announced two significant appointments in preparation for his return to the White House in January. Trump has named Tom Homan, 62, as the “border czar.” Homan, who previously served as acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), will oversee national border security, including the southern and northern borders as […]
Four Nigerians Achieve Milestone Electoral Wins in the U.S. and Australia
In a show of Nigerian influence abroad, four Nigerians Dr. Oye Owolewa, Segun Adeyina, Adeyemi Mobolade, and Chiaka Barry have recently secured prominent elected positions in the United States and Australia. Abdur-Rahman Balogun, spokesperson for the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), made the announcement on Sunday, celebrating their achievements in representing Nigerian excellence on the […]
CJN Kudirat Kekere-Ekun Urges Upholding Ethics and Morality in Nigerian Judiciary
Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, highlighted that while the majority of Nigerian judges are ethically grounded and diligent, a small number continue to undermine the judiciary’s credibility. She made this statement during a public discourse titled “Ethics, Morality, and the Law” organized by the Movement for Islamic Culture and Awareness (MICA), a non-profit […]
Army Chief Oluyede Urges Sokoto Residents to Support Military Against Lakurawa Threat
Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, Acting Chief of Army Staff, has called on the people of Sokoto State to bolster their support for military operations aimed at tackling the Lakurawa armed group. On a recent operational visit, General Oluyede emphasized his focus on assessing troop readiness and seeking greater community involvement in the security effort. “I […]
