Trump Approval Rating Hits New Low Amid Rising Prices and Iran War Backlash
President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped to its lowest level since returning to office, as economic pressures and opposition to the war with Iran weigh on public opinion, according to a new poll. The latest survey from Reuters/Ipsos, released March 24, found that 36% of Americans approve of Trump’s job performance, down from 40% […]
Democrat Wins Special Election in Trump’s Palm Beach District in Surprise Upset
Democrats secured a notable victory in a special election in Palm Beach, flipping a Florida state House seat that includes President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence. First-time Democratic candidate Emily Gregory defeated Republican Jon Maples, who had been endorsed by Trump, in the race for Florida’s District 87 seat. The outcome marks a significant reversal from […]
Fuel Hike: Makinde Grants ₦10,000 Transport Relief to Workers
Governor Seyi Makinde has approved a ₦10,000 monthly transportation support fund for civil servants in Oyo State in response to rising petrol prices across the country. The governor announced the intervention during the YEAP-SAFER support disbursement and stakeholder engagement programme held in partnership with the Fashola Agribusiness Hub. Makinde said the initiative, which will run for an initial […]
Power Outages: Adelabu Says Relief Coming in Two Weeks
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has apologised to Nigerians over the current epileptic power supply, assuring that noticeable improvements will begin within two weeks. Speaking with journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, Adelabu attributed the situation to gas supply shortages affecting power generation, but expressed optimism that ongoing interventions would soon ease the crisis. He said […]
Makinde Reaffirms PDP Loyalty, Vows Full Participation in 2027 Elections
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has dismissed speculations about a possible defection from the Peoples Democratic Party, assuring members that the party will field candidates for all elective positions in the 2027 general elections. Makinde gave the assurance on Monday night during a stakeholders’ meeting attended by party leaders from the state’s 33 local councils, where decisions were […]
2027: Oyo APC Refutes Consensus Ticket Claim for Alli
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has dismissed reports claiming that Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South Senatorial District, has been chosen as the party’s consensus candidate for the 2027 governorship election. Describing the reports as speculation, the party urged the public to disregard them. The rumour had alleged that Alli was endorsed […]
APC Launches Digital Media Committee Ahead of National Convention
Niger State Governor Umaru Bago on Tuesday inaugurated the All Progressives Congress (APC) digital and new media sub-committee in Abuja, ahead of the party’s national convention scheduled for March 27–28 at Eagle Square. As chairman of the sub-committee, Bago urged members to ensure effective communication before, during, and after the convention, highlighting the importance of […]
Trump Ties DHS Funding to Election Bill, Deepening Shutdown Standoff
President Donald Trump has rejected a potential compromise to end the shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security, instead urging Republicans to hold out for passage of his sweeping election overhaul, the SAVE America Act. Trump first outlined the strategy on social media before reiterating it during remarks in Memphis, calling on lawmakers to delay […]
Senate Confirms Markwayne Mullin as Homeland Security Secretary Amid Immigration Backlash
The Senate on Monday confirmed Markwayne Mullin as the new head of the Department of Homeland Security, placing a close ally of President Donald Trump in charge of the nation’s immigration enforcement apparatus at a politically sensitive moment. Mullin, 48, was approved in a 54–45 vote, with nearly all Republicans backing his nomination along with […]
Iran Fires Missiles at Israel as Ceasefire Talks Falter and Conflict Deepens
Iran launched multiple waves of missiles at Israel on Tuesday, the Israeli military said, underscoring the intensifying conflict despite U.S. claims of progress toward a potential ceasefire. The escalation came a day after President Donald Trump said there had been “very good and productive” discussions aimed at halting the war. However, Iranian officials denied that […]
