Atiku Criticizes FG Response to Rising Violence, Calls for Urgent Security Reforms
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has voiced grave concerns about the Federal Government’s apparent indifference towards the escalating violence across Nigeria. In a statement shared on X, Atiku condemned the recent tragic events in Yobe, which resulted in significant loss of life, as well as the widespread devastation affecting villages in Katsina, Sokoto, and other […]
CDDN Rebukes NLC’s Allegations as Self-Serving and Misleading
Citizens for Democratic Dividends in Nigeria (CDDN) has strongly criticized the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and its president, Joe Ajaero, accusing them of misleading the public and exploiting dissatisfaction for personal benefit. In a statement issued by its Executive Director, Comrade Ahmad Musa Idris, the CDDN dismissed the NLC’s claims of betrayal as an insult […]
Kenneth Okonkwo Calls for New Political Leadership in 2027
Kenneth Okonkwo, former spokesperson for the Labour Party (LP) during the 2023 presidential campaign, has emphasized the need for new political leaders in Nigeria by 2027. Speaking on Tuesday during an interview on Arise Television, Okonkwo criticized both the ruling and opposition parties, stating that they have failed the Nigerian people. Okonkwo specifically called for […]
PDP Slams Tinubu’s Administration for Fuel Price Hike Policies
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has vehemently condemned the recent fuel price hike, which has now surpassed N1,000 per litre, calling it a “brutal assault” on Nigerian citizens. In a statement released on Wednesday, the PDP accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of being “anti-people” and neglectful of the severe economic struggles faced by millions. Debo […]
NEC Approves N3 Billion Relief Funds for States to Address Flooding and Natural Disasters
To address the ongoing flooding and natural disasters across Nigeria, the National Economic Council (NEC) has approved N3 billion in relief funds for each state government. This decision was announced during the 144th NEC meeting held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Wednesday. Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed shared that the funds are intended […]
Obasanjo: Nigeria Not Difficult To Governance
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has attributed Nigeria’s ongoing challenges to a lack of effective leadership, asserting that the country is not inherently difficult to govern. Obasanjo made these remarks during a Q&A session at the inaugural memorial lecture for the late Akintola Williams, organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) in Lagos. […]
Former Aide to NY Governors Charged as Undisclosed Agent of Chinese Government
A former aide to New York governors Kathy Hochul and Andrew Cuomo, Linda Sun, was arrested at her Long Island home on Tuesday and charged with acting as an undisclosed agent of the Chinese government, according to prosecutors. Sun, 41, who served in various roles within New York state government, including as deputy chief of […]
U.S. Charges Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar and Others Over Deadly October 7 Attack in Israel
The U.S. has charged Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and several other prominent figures in the group over their involvement in a deadly attack in Israel on October 7th last year. The Justice Department announced indictments against six Hamas members, including seven charges such as the murder of dozens of U.S. citizens, conspiracy to finance terrorism, […]
12 Migrants, Including Six Children, Drown as Boat Sinks Off French Coast Amid Ongoing Smuggling Crisis
French rescue workers swiftly packed up their gear, dismantling medical tents, stretchers, and security cordons with practiced precision. After the last bodies were removed from the quayside in Boulogne, the ambulances and red emergency vehicles departed, leaving a handful of officials standing near the harbour wall, amid frayed fishing nets. “It’s so upsetting,” lamented Boulogne’s […]
Seven Dead, Including Three Children, in Lviv Amid Fresh Russian Attacks on Ukraine
Seven people, including three children, were killed in Lviv, Ukraine, during a new wave of Russian attacks overnight, according to the city’s mayor. Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovy reported that the city was targeted with drones and hypersonic missiles early Wednesday. Among the victims were a baby, two girls aged nine and 14, and a midwife, […]
