Tinubu Begins Multi-Country Trip for Economic, Climate Talks
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to depart Abuja on May 2, 2026, for a multi-country trip to France, Kenya, and Rwanda, where he will participate in high-level engagements focused on economic growth, investment, and climate action. The visit was disclosed in a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Tinubu’s […]
Insecurity, Poverty Now National Emergencies — Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared insecurity and poverty as national emergencies, warning that both continue to undermine jobs, productivity, and economic stability across the country. Speaking in a goodwill message to mark Workers’ Day at Eagle Square, Abuja, and represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, Tinubu described […]
Adebutu Declares Fresh Bid for Ogun Governorship in 2027
Ladi Adebutu, the 2023 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, has formally declared his intention to contest again in the 2027 election. Adebutu, who narrowly lost the 2023 race to incumbent governor Dapo Abiodun by 13,915 votes, made his renewed ambition known in a letter dated April 30, 2026, addressed […]
Osun Government: Education Sector Improving, Not in Decay
The Osun State Government has dismissed allegations by the All Progressives Congress (APC) that public schools in the state are suffering from poor infrastructure and a shortage of teachers. The rebuttal was issued in Osogbo by Temitope Mustapha, Chairman of the Osun State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), during a workshop for members of the state’s […]
APC Picks Yusuf Buhari for Katsina Reps Seat
Yusuf Buhari, son of former President Muhammadu Buhari, has emerged as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Daura/Sandamu/Mai’adua Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to reports by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Yusuf was adopted unopposed during a stakeholders’ meeting held in Katsina State on April 28, […]
House Passes DHS Funding Bill, Ending Record Shutdown
The House on Thursday approved a Senate-backed funding measure for the Department of Homeland Security, bringing an end to a record 76-day shutdown that had disrupted agency operations. The bill, passed by voice vote, funds most DHS components—including the Transportation Security Administration, Federal Emergency Management Agency, United States Coast Guard, United States Secret Service, and […]
Oil Prices Rise After Volatile Trading as Legal Debate Over Iran Conflict Intensifies
Oil prices edged higher Friday following a turbulent trading session that saw benchmark crude briefly spike to multi-year highs before pulling back. Brent crude for June delivery surged to $126.41 per barrel before settling at $114.01 ahead of the contract’s expiration on Thursday. The July Brent contract rose 0.9% to $111.42 in early trading Friday, […]
Prosecutors Release Video of Attempted Attack at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
Federal prosecutors on Thursday released video footage showing the moment an armed suspect attempted to breach security at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, allegedly targeting U.S. President Donald Trump. The video was shared by Washington, D.C.’s top federal prosecutor, Jeanine Pirro, amid speculation that a Secret Service agent injured during the incident may have […]
May Day Protests Set to Sweep U.S. as Activists Call for Nationwide Walkouts
Large-scale demonstrations are expected across the United States on Friday as organizers mobilize for May Day protests opposing policies under U.S. President Donald Trump and what they describe as growing influence of wealthy elites in government. The coordinated actions, branded “May Day Strong,” are planned in cities nationwide—from Boston to San Francisco—and include calls for […]
INEC Reinstates Mark, Aregbesola as ADC Leaders After Supreme Court Ruling
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reinstated David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola as recognised leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on its official portal, marking a significant shift in the party’s prolonged leadership crisis. According to updates on INEC’s website, Mark is now listed as National Chairman, while Aregbesola is recognised as National […]
