Nnamdi Kanu’s Legal Team Accuses SSS of Denying Access in Retaliation for Judge’s Exit
The legal team of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has accused Nigeria’s State Security Service (SSS) of denying them access to Kanu. Kanu has been in detention since his controversial extradition from Kenya in 2021 and is facing terrorism charges. Aloy Ejimakor, Kanu’s special counsel, shared a video […]
Anambra Holds First Local Government Elections in 11 Years Amidst Opposition Protests
Today, eligible voters in Anambra State will elect their local government executives for the first time since 2013, when the last election took place under former Governor Peter Obi. For over a decade, local councils were run by caretaker committees, a practice continued by Governor Charles Soludo until a recent Supreme Court ruling deemed it […]
Buba Galadima Criticizes Tinubu’s Appointees for Prioritizing Personal Gains
Buba Galadima, a prominent figure in the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), has expressed disappointment in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, accusing some of the president’s appointees of prioritizing personal gains over national service. In an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Galadima emphasized that he expected Tinubu to assemble a team of experts to […]
Former Taraba Governor Darius Ishaku Arrested by EFCC on N27 Billion Fraud Charges
Former Taraba State Governor Darius Ishaku has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) due to allegations of fraud amounting to N27 billion. Ishaku, who completed his eight-year tenure in 2023, was taken into custody at his Abuja residence in the early hours of Friday. Sources within the EFCC reported that Ishaku […]
CSO Applauds FCT Minister Nyesom Wike’s Influence in Tinubu’s Cabinet
The Centre for Transparency and Accountability, a leading Civil Society Organization (CSO), has praised Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, as an invaluable asset to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s cabinet. During a press conference in Abuja on Friday, the organization’s president, Moses Adam, commended President Tinubu for prioritizing competence over party affiliation in […]
Trump Agrees to Last-Minute Meeting with Zelensky Despite Ongoing Criticism
Donald Trump has agreed to a surprise meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Trump Tower on Friday, reversing his earlier stance amid sharp criticism of Zelensky on the campaign trail. This development comes just days after Trump publicly chastised Zelensky for not reaching a peace deal with Moscow. The former U.S. president, who had […]
Tropical Storm Helene Weakens Over Georgia, Death Toll Rises to Three
Hurricane Helene has downgraded to a tropical storm over Georgia, with maximum sustained winds of 70 mph (110 kph), according to the National Hurricane Center. The storm, now moving further inland, was located around 40 miles east of Macon and 100 miles southeast of Atlanta, traveling north at 30 mph as of 5 a.m. After […]
NYC Mayor Eric Adams Faces Calls to Resign
New York City Mayor Eric Adams was indicted on federal charges Thursday, accused of accepting bribes and illegal campaign contributions from foreign sources. According to the indictment from the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Manhattan, Adams allegedly “compounded his gains” by exploiting the city’s matching funds program, which amplifies small-dollar donations. The indictment claims Adams unlawfully […]
NYC Mayor Eric Adams to Face Court Arraignment on Bribery and Wire Fraud Charges Today
A federal judge has confirmed that New York City Mayor Eric Adams will make his initial court appearance for arraignment at noon on Friday in Lower Manhattan. Adams will appear before Magistrate Judge Katharine Parker and is expected to undergo the standard arrest procedures, including booking and fingerprinting, ahead of his court appearance. He is […]
FG Outlines President Tinubu’s Economic Reforms for Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary
The Federal Government has announced a range of transformative policies under President Bola Tinubu aimed at addressing historical challenges and positioning Nigeria as an economic powerhouse. This was disclosed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during a press conference in Abuja, marking the unveiling of activities for Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary. […]
