Kwankwaso Urges Nigerians to Use Ballot Power Over Protests
Leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has urged Nigerians to leverage their voting power for change instead of participating in the planned nationwide protests. Speaking to newsmen in Kano, Kwankwaso acknowledged the nation’s frustration with bad governance and the strong urge to protest. “In these trying times, our nation stands […]
Gov. Obaseki, Christian Leaders Launch Feeding Programme in Edo State
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki, in collaboration with leaders from the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), and other Christian organizations, has inaugurated the second phase of the Christian Feeding Programme (CFP). This initiative aims to distribute 56,250 bags of 10KG rice across the state’s three senatorial districts to alleviate the […]
FG Tightens Border Security Ahead of August 1st Nationwide Protests
The Federal Government has intensified security measures at all borders in preparation for the nationwide protests against bad governance, scheduled to start on August 1st. Kemi Nandap, the Comptroller General of Immigration Service, has instructed all Zonal Heads, State Command Comptrollers, and Divisional Immigration Officers (DIOS) to enhance surveillance and vigilance at the country’s borders. […]
French Rail Network Hit by Coordinated Arson Attacks, Disrupting High-Speed Trains
Three out of ten French high-speed trains will be canceled on Saturday due to a series of “coordinated” arson attacks. Prime Minister Gabriel Attal stated that security forces are actively searching for the “saboteurs” responsible for paralyzing rail networks just ahead of the Olympic Games opening. The national rail company SNCF announced that services on […]
Trump VP Pick JD Vance Defends Controversial “Childless Cat Ladies” Remarks
Donald Trump’s vice-presidential candidate JD Vance has defended his resurfaced comments from 2021, in which he referred to Democratic politicians as a “bunch of childless cat ladies with miserable lives.” The remarks have drawn significant criticism this week, with actress Jennifer Aniston among those condemning the 39-year-old Republican. “Obviously, it was a sarcastic comment. People […]
Rivers State High Court Halts PDP Congresses Amidst Fubara-Wike Tensions
A Rivers State High Court has issued a new injunction, preventing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from conducting its planned congresses within the state. This action comes amidst ongoing tensions between Governor Sim Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. The court’s order effectively halts the PDP’s congress activities, which aimed to elect new party officials […]
Governor Alia Seeks CBN’s Support for Benue State’s Economic Development
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has appealed to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for assistance in optimizing the state’s economy, aiming to foster growth, create jobs, and develop critical infrastructure and technology. During a visit to CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso, Governor Alia highlighted Benue’s abundant opportunities in agriculture, solid minerals, and other sectors. He […]
Tinubu Establishes Health Sector Coordination Unit
President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of the Sector-wide Coordinating Office-Programme Management Unit (SCO-PMU) under the Office of the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare. Presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale announced that the SCO-PMU will report to a Steering Committee/Ministerial Oversight Committee chaired by the minister. This committee comprises the Minister of State, the […]
IGP Identifies Foreign Sponsors of Planned Protests, Imposes Stricter Guidelines
Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olukayode Egbetokun has announced the identification of foreign sponsors behind the planned August 1, 2024 protests, intended to incite violence and cause widespread destruction. While the IGP did not disclose the identities of these sponsors, he emphasized the need for stricter control measures. In a press briefing in Abuja, the IGP […]
VP Shettima Advocates for Action Over Protest Amid Economic Challenges
Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for constructive action rather than protests, recognizing the challenges Nigerians face due to recent economic reforms, especially the removal of fuel subsidies. At a high-level meeting held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Shettima revealed the federal government’s involvement in the Grand Challenges Nigeria (GCNg) Project. This global health […]
