2027: Gov. Nwifuru Appeals for Votes Despite APC Failures
Governor Francis Nwifuru has appealed to residents of Ebonyi State to forgive the shortcomings of his administration and those of elected lawmakers, while urging continued support for the All Progressives Congress ahead of the 2027 general elections. The governor made the appeal on Sunday during a democracy thanksgiving service held at the Government House Chapel […]
Atiku to Wike: Rivers People Are Not Your Personal Property
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has responded to remarks by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, insisting that Rivers people are intelligent enough to decide who to support in the 2027 presidential election. Atiku said no politician, regardless of influence or position, can determine how an entire […]
NLC Raises Minimum Wage Demand to ₦1 Million
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected a proposed ₦100,000 national minimum wage, describing it as insufficient and far below what Nigerian workers require under current economic conditions. The reaction follows a proposal by Kwara State Governor and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, who urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider […]
Tuggar Dismisses Claims of Rift With Tinubu
Former Minister of Foreign Affairs and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has clarified that his recent comments regarding the APC governorship primary in Bauchi State were misrepresented, insisting he did not in any way attack President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a statement issued through his media aide, Alkasim Abdulkadir, Tuggar […]
U.S. Military Disables Cargo Ship Accused of Violating Iranian Port Blockade
The U.S. military said Saturday that it disabled a merchant vessel attempting to enter an Iranian port in defiance of a U.S.-enforced maritime blockade, striking the ship’s engine room after repeated warnings were ignored. According to U.S. Central Command, the Gambia-flagged cargo ship Lian Star failed to respond to more than 20 warnings issued by […]
Trump Slams Judge After Kennedy Center Ruling, Signals Retreat From Overhaul Plans
President Donald Trump on Saturday sharply criticized the federal judge who blocked his proposed overhaul of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, calling the ruling politically motivated and warning that the institution could face an uncertain future. In a lengthy post on Truth Social, Trump attacked U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper, describing […]
Japan Rejects ‘Neo-Militarism’ Claims, Calls for Dialogue and Transparency in Asia-Pacific
Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has rejected accusations that Japan is pursuing a path of “neo-militarism,” insisting that the country remains committed to peace, international law and open dialogue with the global community. Speaking at the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue, Koizumi said Japan’s record as a peace-loving nation remains unchanged despite recent efforts to strengthen its […]
Trump Plans Rally After Artists Withdraw From Great American State Fair
President Donald Trump is planning to headline a major rally in Washington, D.C., after several performers pulled out of the entertainment lineup for the upcoming Great American State Fair. Freedom250, the organization behind the event, announced Saturday that Trump will lead the fair’s opening ceremony on June 24 as part of celebrations marking America’s 250th […]
NSC, EFCC Partner to Strengthen Transparency in Nigeria’s Sports Sector
The National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have launched a partnership aimed at promoting transparency, accountability and ethical standards in Nigeria’s sports sector. The collaboration was unveiled during a technical meeting held at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja, where NSC Chairman, Shehu Dikko, outlined ongoing reforms under the RHINSE […]
Lagos Retains Monthly Environmental Sanitation Exercise
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the monthly environmental sanitation exercise, declaring the initiative a permanent strategy for maintaining a cleaner and healthier environment across the state. The declaration was made during the second edition of the reintroduced sanitation exercise held simultaneously across Lagos State on Saturday. Wife of the Governor, Ibijoke […]
