Atiku Advocates for Six-Year Presidential Term and Rotation Among Geopolitical Zones
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has called on the National Assembly to amend the Constitution to establish a single six-year term for Nigeria’s presidency. Abubakar, who was the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, also proposed that the presidency rotate among the country’s six geopolitical zones. In a memorandum presented to the […]
House of Representatives Protests Subordination of Speaker in National Honours Rankings
The House of Representatives has expressed its disapproval of the Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR) being awarded to Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, urging that he receive equal recognition alongside Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who was honored with the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON). The announcement of these honors […]
Trudeau Survives Second Non-Confidence Motion Amid Growing Conservative Pressure
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has survived a second non-confidence motion in Parliament within two weeks. The motion, introduced by the opposition Conservatives, aimed to topple Trudeau’s minority Liberal government and trigger a federal election. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre failed again to secure enough support from other political parties for the motion, which accused the […]
Iran Launches Missile Attack on Israel Following IDF Operation in Lebanon
At around 19:30 local time, phones across Israel buzzed with an urgent alert: “You must enter a protected area immediately and remain there until further notice.” This message, sent by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Home Front Command, warned of imminent danger, referring to the instructions as “life-saving.” Missiles had been launched toward Israel from […]
Walz and Vance Clash Over Key Issues in Sole Vice Presidential Debate, Offering Sharper Critiques of Running Mates
Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance faced off for the first and only debate of the election season, delivering a more civil exchange compared to the previous presidential debates. Though the tone was cordial, both candidates sharply criticized their opponents’ presidential running mates on key issues such as gun violence, reproductive […]
PDP Criticizes Tinubu’s Independence Day Speech Calls It Empty Rhetoric
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has sharply criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s speech on Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day, describing it as “lethargic and filled with misleading claims of performance.” In a statement from its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, the PDP argued that the President’s address failed to address the significant economic and security challenges […]
FG Disburses ₦122 Billion to Boost Gas Infrastructure, Signs Agreements with Six Companies
The Nigerian Federal Government has disbursed ₦122 billion to six companies from the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF) to enhance gas utilization across the country. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, announced the funding during the signing of agreements with the companies in Abuja. The six beneficiaries Asiko Energy Holdings […]
Governor Soludo Announces ₦70,000 Minimum Wage and Free Education in Anambra
Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, has revealed that his administration will begin paying a new minimum wage of ₦70,000 starting in October 2024. The announcement was made during a parade ceremony at Dr. Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka, in celebration of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day. Governor Soludo also introduced free education for senior students in all […]
Kwankwaso Calls PDP a ‘Dead Party,’ Slams APC for Losing Connection with Nigerians
Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate for the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), has characterized the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as a “dead party” and criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for being out of touch with the harsh economic realities faced by Nigerians. He made these statements during the NNPP’s National Executive […]
Peter Obi Warns Nigeria is on a “Keg of Gunpowder”
Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has issued a stark warning that Nigeria is sitting on a “keg of gunpowder,” urging the nation to confront its pressing challenges. His statement came in recognition of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day anniversary. The former governor of Anambra State expressed his support for protests organized by youth […]
