Peter Obi Identifies the Real Sponsors Behind Nationwide Protest
Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Mr. Peter Obi, has clarified that the true sponsors of the nationwide protest planned for August 1 are “hunger, unemployment, inflation, corruption,” among other societal issues. During an interview at the installation ceremony of Rotract Prof. Nkemdili Nnonyelu as the 8th District Governor of Rotary […]
Rocket Strike Kills 11 Children and Teens on Israeli Soccer Field, Sparking Fears of Broader War
A rocket strike on a soccer field in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights on Saturday killed at least 11 children and teens, marking the deadliest attack on an Israeli target along the northern border since fighting began between Israel and Hezbollah. The incident has raised fears of a broader regional conflict. Israel has blamed Hezbollah for […]
Presidency Debunks Fake ‘Tinubu Speaks’ Statement
The presidency has denounced a viral statement titled “Tinubu Speaks,” falsely attributed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as fake. In a brief statement on Saturday, Presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale clarified that the widely circulated message did not come from the Presidency. “Based on recent inquiries, I wish to reiterate that this is fake and does […]
Nigeria’s Power Generation Dips by 13.68% in Q2 2024
Nigeria’s electricity generation capacity decreased to 4,249.10 megawatts in the second quarter of 2024, down from 4,922.26 MW in the same period of 2023, as reported by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The Q1 2024 report revealed a 13.68% decline in available electricity from 27 power plants connected to the national grid, marking a […]
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 […]
