ADC Sets May 25 Presidential Primary, Fixes ₦100m Nomination Fee
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has released its timetable for the 2026 primary elections, scheduling its presidential primary for May 25, 2026, and pegging the nomination form at ₦100 million. The timetable, announced in a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, outlines key activities including the sale of forms, screening of aspirants, […]
Taiwan President Defends Global Engagement During Surprise Visit to Eswatini
Lai Ching-te said Taiwan has the right to engage internationally and cannot be isolated, as he arrived in Eswatini for an unannounced visit that Taipei says Beijing attempted to obstruct. Speaking alongside King Mswati III, Lai emphasized that Taiwan, officially known as the Republic of China, is a sovereign nation whose people deserve a role […]
Trump Warns of Possible Renewed Strikes on Iran Amid Ongoing Talks
U.S. President Donald Trump said Saturday he could authorize new military action against Iran if tensions escalate, even as both sides continue exchanging proposals aimed at ending the conflict. “If they misbehave, if they do something bad… it’s certainly a possibility,” Trump told reporters when asked about the prospect of fresh strikes. The warning comes […]
FG Summons South African Envoy Over Renewed Attacks on Citizens
The Federal Government has summoned South Africa’s Acting High Commissioner following fresh reports of attacks targeting Nigerians and their businesses in South Africa. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that the envoy has been invited to a meeting scheduled for Monday, May 4, 2026, in Abuja, where Nigeria is expected to formally express its concerns […]
Adeboye: God Has Already Decided Nigeria’s Next President
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Enoch Adeboye, has said that Nigeria’s next president ahead of the 2027 general elections has already been determined by God. Adeboye made the remark during a workers’ meeting at Redemption City along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, stressing that while political participation is important, the final outcome […]
Gov. Fintiri Picks Form for Adamawa North Senate Race
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has obtained a nomination form to contest the Adamawa North Senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections. The form was presented to him on Saturday in Mubi, the socio-economic hub of the northern zone, by supporters who purchased it on his behalf. Fintiri, an indigene of Madagali Local Government Area, […]
Bala Mohammed Dumps PDP, Joins APM Ahead of 2027 Elections
Governor Bala Mohammed has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the Allied Peoples Movement, marking a significant political shift ahead of the 2027 general elections. Mohammed announced the move on Saturday at the Bauchi Government House, alongside APM National Chairman Yusuf Dantalle and other party stakeholders. “After extensive consultation, we have taken a […]
Trump Tells Congress Iran War Has Ended, Aiming to Avoid Authorization Fight
U.S. President Donald Trump informed lawmakers Friday that hostilities in the Iran conflict have “terminated,” a move designed to blunt growing pressure from Congress to formally authorize the military campaign. In a letter to Capitol Hill, the White House argued that a ceasefire with Tehran — first reached in early April and since extended — […]
U.S. to Withdraw Thousands of Troops From Germany Amid Rising Tensions
The United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany over the next six to 12 months, the Pentagon announced Friday, following through on a warning from U.S. President Donald Trump amid escalating tensions with Berlin. The move comes after a public dispute with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who criticized Washington’s handling of the Iran […]
2027: Bamidele Cautions APC Members on Disloyalty
Senate Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has cautioned party members in Ekiti State against disloyalty and internal sabotage ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking in Ado Ekiti during a stakeholders’ meeting of APC leaders in Ekiti Central Senatorial District, Bamidele warned that opposition parties, particularly the African Democratic Congress, […]
