FG Orders Withdrawal of Passports from Nigerians Who Renounce Citizenship
The Federal Government has directed the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to immediately withdraw or deactivate the passports of individuals who have officially renounced their Nigerian citizenship. The directive was issued by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who stated that some individuals who have completed the renunciation process still retain Nigerian passports. “This directive applies […]
Melania Trump Adviser Says First Lady Spoke Out to ‘Set the Record Straight’ on Epstein Claims
A senior adviser to First Lady Melania Trump said her surprise White House remarks denying any ties to Jeffrey Epstein were intended to directly address and refute persistent allegations. Marc Beckman, a close adviser to the first lady, explained her decision during an appearance on Fox & Friends on Friday, emphasizing her determination to defend […]
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Recovering From Injuries After Deadly Airstrike, Sources Say
Iran’s newly installed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is recovering from serious injuries sustained in an airstrike that killed his father at the outset of the war, according to individuals familiar with his inner circle. Sources told Reuters that Khamenei suffered significant facial disfigurement and injuries to one or both legs during the attack on the […]
Iran Enters Peace Talks With Strategic Leverage From Control of Strait of Hormuz
Iran heads into high-stakes peace negotiations this weekend in Pakistan with what analysts describe as its strongest bargaining position in weeks: control over the Strait of Hormuz. The narrow, roughly 100-mile-long waterway is a critical global chokepoint, carrying about 20% of the world’s oil and natural gas supply. By regulating which vessels can pass through […]
Tinubu Promises Steady Power Supply, Infrastructure Boost
Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to delivering stable electricity to support economic growth, industrialisation, and national development. The President gave the assurance on Thursday during the commissioning of key projects in Bayelsa State, including a 60-megawatt Independent Power Project (IPP) in Elebele, Ogbia Local Government Area. Acknowledging existing challenges in the power sector, […]
Tax Reforms: Oyedele Acknowledges Errors, Vows Corrections
Taiwo Oyedele has acknowledged that Nigeria’s newly introduced tax reform laws contain errors, assuring that steps are underway to address the identified issues. Oyedele made the disclosure during a fireside chat at the 2026 annual conference of the Nigerian Bar Association Section on Legal Practice, themed “From Policy to Practice: Making Sense of Nigeria’s New Tax […]
INEC Delays Nationwide Voter Revalidation Until After 2027 Polls
The Independent National Electoral Commission has postponed its planned nationwide voter revalidation exercise until after Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. The decision was announced on Friday after a meeting between the Commission and Resident Electoral Commissioners. According to INEC, the exercise remains an important part of efforts to keep the national voter register accurate and credible, […]
Tinubu Admits Fuel Price Strain, Says Government Seeking Relief
President Bola Tinubu has acknowledged the growing hardship Nigerians are facing as petrol prices continue to rise, while assuring citizens that his administration is working on measures to ease the pressure. Speaking on Friday during the inauguration of projects in Bayelsa State, Tinubu said he understands the public’s concerns over the rising cost of living. […]
US Tightens Visa Rules Over Alleged Religious Freedom Violations in Nigeria
The United States has begun enforcing new visa restrictions targeting individuals accused of violating religious freedom in Nigeria, in a move aimed at curbing global religious persecution. According to Mark Walker, the policy is already in effect and will be used to bar offenders from entering the country. “We have already executed on this policy, […]
Bwala Reveals Throat Surgery After Viral Al Jazeera Clash
Daniel Bwala, an aide to President Bola Tinubu, says he underwent throat surgery just days after his heated interview with Mehdi Hasan on Al Jazeera. Speaking on News Central’s 60 Minutes with Mr Kay, Bwala disclosed that the procedure took place eight days after the interview and said he has since recovered. “Eight days after […]
