At Least 30 Dead, Hundreds Missing in North Carolina After Hurricane Helene’s Devastating Floods
At least 30 people have been confirmed dead, with many more missing, in North Carolina’s Buncombe County following catastrophic flooding caused by Hurricane Helene. The full extent of the storm’s destruction became clearer on Sunday, with Buncombe County, home to the mountain city of Asheville, identified as the worst-hit region. “We are facing biblical devastation,” […]
Mayor Eric Adams Vows to Continue Governing Amid Federal Charges, Pleads Not Guilty
Four days after a five-count indictment was unsealed, New York City Mayor Eric Adams faces a growing legal battle. The mayor is set to appear in court on Wednesday for a conference that could reveal when his trial may begin. Adams’ defense team plans to file a motion to dismiss the case entirely. Adams has […]
FG Unveils 64 CNG Buses to Cut Transportation Costs Ahead of Independence Celebrations
The Federal Government has officially handed over 64 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to representatives from the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), and the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). The presentation took place at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja on Sunday, coinciding with Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary celebrations. Leading […]
APGA Dominates Anambra LG Elections, Securing All 21 Chairmanship Seats
The Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission (ANSIEC) has declared the results of the local government elections held on Saturday, revealing that the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has won all 21 local council chairmanship positions. The results were announced by the commission’s chairperson, Genevieve Osakwe, on Sunday in Awka. In addition to the chairmanship victories, […]
Nnamdi Kanu’s Family Appeals for His Release in Honor of Late Igbo Leader
The family of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has made a heartfelt appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging him to release Kanu in tribute to the late Ohanaeze Ndigbo President General, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, who passed away in July 2024 and is scheduled for burial on […]
Governor Uzodinma Urges Nigerians to Foster Unity and Hope Amid Challenges
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has urged Nigerians to demonstrate patriotism by promoting peace and unity for the nation’s continued progress. Speaking during an Independence Day Church Service at Maria Assumpta Cathedral in Owerri, Uzodinma highlighted that Nigeria has many reasons to be thankful to God for the 64 years since gaining independence. He expressed […]
Rivers Governor Fubara Declares: ‘No One Can Control the State’ Amid Tensions with Wike
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has declared that no single individual has the authority to control the state, affirming his commitment to standing for the truth and safeguarding the interests of the Rivers people. He made this statement during a thanksgiving service at St. Paul Cathedral in Port Harcourt on Sunday. Fubara’s remarks come […]
Nigerian Senate Divided Over Inclusion of State Police in Constitutional Review
The Senate remains divided on the proposal to incorporate state police into the Nigerian constitution, a contentious topic that elicited differing views during a retreat hosted by the Senate Committee on Constitution Review in Kano, in partnership with the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC). While there was unanimous agreement on granting full autonomy to […]
NYC Mayor Eric Adams Pleads Not Guilty to Bribery and Fraud Charges, Attends Church Service Following Arraignment
A day after pleading not guilty to federal charges, New York City Mayor Eric Adams spent part of his Saturday at the Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York in Queens, attending the installation service for a new reverend. During his remarks, Adams highlighted the significance of the moment, stating, “A new marquee player has […]
Devastating Floods and Landslides in Nepal Claim Over 100 Lives, Dozens Still Missing
Severe floods and landslides in Nepal have claimed the lives of at least 100 people, with dozens still missing following two days of torrential rainfall, officials reported on Sunday. The heavy downpours have inundated areas around the capital, Kathmandu, leaving many stranded on rooftops and prompting rescue operations by raft. Thousands of homes near rivers […]
