Ogun Now Competes Only With Lagos, Says Abiodun
Governor Dapo Abiodun says Ogun State has witnessed rapid economic and infrastructure growth, placing it among the top-performing states in the country. Speaking in Abuja during the APC national convention, the governor credited the progress to sustained reforms and investment-focused policies implemented by his administration. “My state is the fastest growing economy in this country. […]
ICPC Grants El-Rufai Temporary Release to Bury Mother
Former Nasir El-Rufai has been granted temporary bail by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission following the death of his mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai. The release allows him to carry out funeral rites for his late mother, who died on Friday in Cairo after an illness. His son, Bashir, confirmed the development […]
Edun: Nigeria on Path to Recovery Despite Economic Hardship
Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has said Nigeria is on a path of economic stabilisation and recovery despite current hardships. Edun spoke on Friday at the All Progressives Congress (APC) national convention in Abuja, where he addressed concerns over the economic situation and defended ongoing reforms. “The hardship we […]
Power Supply Will Improve Soon, Tinubu Assures Nigerians
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the ongoing power outages across the country will soon ease, with improvements expected in the coming days. The President gave the assurance on Friday while speaking at the National Convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja, amid growing concerns over declining electricity generation. “I assure […]
INEC Extends Party Register Submission Deadline to May 10
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for political parties to submit their membership registers for the 2027 general elections to May 10, 2026, offering greater flexibility in the electoral timetable. The adjustment was announced by INEC National Commissioner Mohammed Haruna following concerns raised by political parties over the earlier window of […]
Iran Tightens Grip on Strait of Hormuz, Slashes Shipping and Disrupts Global Oil Flows
Iran appears to be consolidating control over the Strait of Hormuz, effectively positioning itself as the gatekeeper of one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. Evidence from communications with international maritime authorities and reports from passing vessels suggests Iran has implemented a system resembling a “toll checkpoint,” requiring ships to enter Iranian-controlled waters and […]
Trump to Add Signature to U.S. Currency in Unprecedented Treasury Move
President Donald Trump’s signature is set to appear on U.S. currency for the first time under a plan announced by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, marking the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence on July 4. The move represents a historic departure from longstanding practice, as U.S. banknotes have traditionally carried only the signatures […]
Senate Advances Partial DHS Funding Deal, Excluding ICE, in Step Toward Ending Shutdown
The Senate early Friday approved a partial funding package for the Department of Homeland Security, a key step toward ending most of the 42-day shutdown that has disrupted federal operations. The measure, passed by voice vote, provides funding for major DHS components but excludes Immigration and Customs Enforcement and parts of Customs and Border Protection, […]
Nigeria’s Security Woes Are Man-Made — APC Chieftain
Joe Igbokwe, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has described Nigeria’s security challenges as “man-made,” accusing some politicians of sponsoring violence for personal political gain. In a post on his official Facebook page, Igbokwe claimed that politicians who lose elections often instigate unrest by using “uneducated street urchins” to create insecurity and score […]
INEC Approves Oluyede as PDP Ekiti Candidate
The Independent National Electoral Commission has formally listed Wole Oluyede as the Peoples Democratic Party candidate for the Ekiti State governorship election scheduled for June 20. The commission also published Ogunsakin Ayodeji as Oluyede’s running mate. Adedayo Oketola confirmed that the decision follows the judgment of the Court of Appeal in Akure. Earlier, INEC had excluded Oluyede’s name from the list of PDP candidates, but the […]
