Sources: Donald Trump’s New York Gun Permit to be Revoked Following Conviction
The NYPD will revoke former President Donald Trump’s gun permit following his conviction on 34 felony counts in Manhattan last week, sources say. Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon is a federal crime. Trump’s gun permit was initially suspended after his criminal indictment last year by the Manhattan District Attorney’s office. On May […]
Investigators Link Suspected Gilgo Beach Serial Killer to Two More Deaths
On Thursday morning, new details are expected to emerge as suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann returns to court for the unsealing of an indictment. Investigators believe they have connected the 60-year-old man to the deaths of two additional women. Heuermann has already pleaded not guilty to the murders of four other women. This […]
Congestion Pricing Suspension Sparks Fallout; TWU Plans Rally
Governor Kathy Hochul’s surprising decision to delay congestion pricing has sparked widespread reactions. Originally set to begin on June 30th, the program has now been postponed indefinitely, despite the gantries designed to read license plates and toll drivers still standing. Hochul announced the delay just before 10 a.m. on Thursday, causing a ripple effect of […]
PDP Denies Merger Talks with Other Parties
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed rumours of merger negotiations with other political parties. In a statement by National Publicity Secretary Debo Ologunagba after the PDP National Working Committee’s 587th meeting in Abuja, the party asserted its capability to win elections independently. Ologunagba emphasized that while the PDP welcomes returning members, it is not […]
Obasanjo Advises Governors to Prioritize Food Security and Well-Being
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo urged governors to focus on food security and policies enhancing people’s well-being during the inauguration of 136 housing units in Sokoto, acquired by the state government for N1.8 billion. Obasanjo praised Governor Ahmed Aliyu for his leadership in transportation, agriculture, and housing within his first year. Aliyu highlighted his commitment to […]
Reps Urges FG to Align New Minimum Wage with Cost of Living
The House of Representatives has called on the federal government to ensure the new minimum wage reflects the country’s cost of living. This resolution was passed during Wednesday’s plenary session after a motion by Minority Whip Isa Ali. On Monday, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) began an indefinite strike over […]
IGP Appoints Yetunde Longe as First Female Secretary of Nigeria Police Force
Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has appointed Yetunde Longe as the first female secretary of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). Longe, an Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), has been recognized for her dedication and competence since joining the force as a Cadet ASP on March 3, 1990. Egbetokun stated that this “historic appointment” aligns with […]
Tinubu Prioritizes Infrastructure Under Renewed Hope Agenda
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing infrastructural development as part of the Renewed Hope Agenda. This pledge was highlighted during the commissioning of the Inner Southern Expressway (ISEX) from the Outer Southern Expressway (OSEX) to the Southern Parkway in Abuja. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Tinubu expressed pride in the […]
Shehu Sani Alleges Massive Looting by Ex-Governor El-Rufai
Former Kaduna Central senator Shehu Sani has reiterated his accusations that ex-Governor Nasir El-Rufai and his associates systematically looted Kaduna State over an eight-year period. Sani’s comments follow a report by the Kaduna State Assembly, which claims that El-Rufai’s administration embezzled over N423 billion and calls for the former governor’s investigation and prosecution. Reacting to […]
“After Israeli Withdrawal: Al-Shifa Hospital Scenes Reveal Mass Graves and Body Bags”
On April 1, Israeli forces withdrew from Gaza City’s al-Shifa hospital complex after conducting their second raid there. Palestinians, surveying the charred remains, described the scene as reeking of death. Throughout the eight-month war, hospitals have repeatedly come under attack. Israel has claimed these facilities are used as bases by Hamas, a claim the group […]
