Minister Wale Edun Reaffirms FG Commitment to Affordable Food and Inflation Reduction
During the National Economic Dialogue 2024, hosted by the Nigerian Economic Summit Group in Abuja, Finance Minister Wale Edun reiterated the government’s dedication to making food more accessible and affordable for Nigerians. He emphasized that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains steadfast in its efforts to reduce inflation. Edun acknowledged Nigeria’s 25-year journey […]
U.S. Official Criticizes Netanyahu’s Remarks as Unhelpful in Finalizing Gaza Ceasefire Deal
A senior U.S. administration official has criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for making “maximalist statements” that are seen as unhelpful to finalizing a ceasefire deal. This criticism comes during a crucial period of regional diplomacy led by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is working to advance a ceasefire and hostage release agreement […]
Obamas Rally Democrats at DNC, Urge Voters to Back Kamala Harris in Tight Race Against Trump
On Tuesday night at the Democratic National Convention, Michelle and Barack Obama delivered strong endorsements for Kamala Harris, urging party supporters across the U.S. to turn out and vote to defeat Donald Trump in November. “Hope is making a comeback,” Michelle Obama declared to the Chicago crowd, echoing her husband’s famous “hope and change” campaign […]
Murtala Yakubu Ajaka Optimistic as Supreme Court Reviews Kogi Governorship Dispute
The Supreme Court has begun hearings on the contested governorship election in Kogi State, with Murtala Yakubu Ajaka, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate, expressing strong confidence in a favorable outcome. Ajaka, challenging the election results declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in favor of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of the All Progressives […]
Oby Ezekwesili Calls Presidency, NASS ‘Bandits’ for Prioritizing Luxury Over Citizens’ Welfare
Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has delivered a scathing critique of the Nigerian presidency and the National Assembly, accusing them of prioritizing personal luxury over the well-being of the nation’s citizens. In an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Ezekwesili expressed her outrage over purchasing a new presidential aircraft, a decision she believes reflects […]
Northern Leaders Plan Summit to Shape Region’s Political Future Ahead of 2027 Elections
As the 2027 general elections approach, northern leaders are moving to host a significant meeting to determine the region’s political trajectory. The initiative, spearheaded by the League of Northern Democrats (LND), was announced during a gathering in Abuja on Tuesday. Key figures expected to attend the upcoming summit include Vice President Kashim Shettima, governors, former […]
PDP Sends Delegation to Prevent Governor Fubara from Defecting
Amid ongoing speculation about Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s political future, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dispatched a high-powered delegation to Rivers State to dissuade the governor from leaving the party. Led by Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BoT), Senator Adolphus Wabara, the delegation included former Chairman Ahmed Makarfi, elder statesman Olabode George, and Senator […]
Court of Appeal Orders Yahaya Bello to Face Arraignment
The Court of Appeal has directed former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello to present himself for arraignment, overturning an earlier decision by the Kogi State High Court. This ruling, delivered on Tuesday, prevents Bello from taking any further actions regarding the charges against him until he has been formally arraigned. Bello has been in hiding […]
Iran Behind Cyberattacks on Trump and Harris Campaigns, U.S. Intelligence Confirms
U.S. intelligence officials have confirmed that Iran was behind the recent cyberattack on Donald Trump’s presidential campaign. In a joint statement, the FBI and other federal agencies revealed that Iran sought to interfere in the U.S. election to “stoke discord and undermine confidence in our democratic institutions.” On August 10, the Trump campaign initially pointed […]
Hillary Clinton Backs Kamala Harris to Shatter the ‘Highest Glass Ceiling’ as First Female President
Hillary Clinton, speaking at the Democratic National Convention, expressed her hope that Kamala Harris will finally shatter the “highest, hardest glass ceiling” in America by becoming the first female president. Reflecting on her own experience as the first woman to secure a major party nomination for president, Clinton emphasized that each barrier broken paves the […]
