Iyabo Obasanjo Returns To PDP Days After Quitting APC
A fresh political twist has emerged in Ogun State as former senator and daughter of ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo, Iyabo Obasanjo, has made a dramatic return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) barely a week after resigning from the All Progressives Congress (APC). The former Ogun Central lawmaker rejoined the PDP after exiting the APC, where […]
Trump Says Iran Deal to Be Signed Friday, Promises Reopening of Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump says a landmark agreement with Iran is set to be signed on Friday, expressing confidence that the deal will restore stability to the region and reopen a key global energy route. The announcement follows months of heightened tensions that began when Trump declared the start of “major combat operations” against Iran on […]
G7 Leaders Gather in France Amid Trade Tensions and Questions Over U.S. Global Leadership
Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) major industrialized nations are set to convene in the French lakeside resort of Evian-les-Bains on Monday, with growing concerns over global trade disputes, geopolitical conflicts and the future role of the United States in international affairs expected to dominate discussions. The three-day summit, running from June 15 to […]
Norwegian Crown Princess’s Son Sentenced to Four Years in Prison for Rape and Abuse
Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been sentenced to four years in prison after being convicted on multiple criminal charges, including rape. The 29-year-old was found guilty on two of four rape charges brought against him and acquitted on the remaining two counts. He was also convicted of assault […]
Britain to Ban Under-16s From Social Media in Major Online Safety Crackdown
Britain will prohibit children under the age of 16 from accessing a range of social media platforms, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday, describing the move as “a big moment for our country.” Speaking at a news conference, Starmer said the government was determined to protect children from harmful online content and excessive screen […]
Atiku: FG’s Power Bond Signals Fiscal Recklessness
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the Federal Government’s plan to raise another bond to settle debts in the power sector, describing the move as a “scandalous display of fiscal recklessness” and an indication of deepening institutional opacity. In a statement issued through his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku accused […]
Presidency Counters Critics, Cites FAAC Boost for States
The Presidency has said that increased Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) disbursements to states are easing pressure on governors and reducing their reliance on bank loans to fund development projects. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, stated this on Sunday in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, during an engagement with editors and […]
Oshiomhole Drags Akpabio Into NNPC Influence Scandal
Fresh political tension has erupted in the Senate following allegations by Senator Adams Oshiomhole, who accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of having personal interests in the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and benefiting indirectly through family-linked appointments. Speaking on the Mic On Podcast hosted by Seun Okinbaloye, Oshiomhole alleged that Akpabio’s daughter was placed in what […]
South-East Will Back Tinubu in 2027 — Umahi
Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, has expressed confidence that the South-East will support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, describing the region’s 2023 presidential election outcome as an “accident of history” that will not repeat itself. Speaking on Saturday during an inspection of federal projects in the South-East under the Renewed Hope […]
Buratai: Banditry Could Begin Attacking Top Politicians Soon
Former Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai, has warned that Nigeria’s worsening insecurity could escalate to a point where top government officials, including governors, ministers, and senators, may become direct targets if urgent action is not taken. Buratai issued the warning while reacting to the killing of retired Major General Abubakar Rabe by bandits, describing […]
