FG Approves $500m Lagos Airport Modernisation, Rail Link Plan
A major push to reposition Lagos as West Africa’s aviation hub is underway, as the Federal Government says it has committed about $500 million to the reconstruction and modernisation of the demolished international terminal of the Murtala Muhammed Airport (MMA), Lagos. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, disclosed this on Monday during […]
Abure Warns NDC Against ‘Overreliance’ on Peter Obi Supporters
Factional National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, has cautioned the leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress against what he described as the increasing influence of Peter Obi and his supporters within the party. In a statement issued on June 8, 2026, Abure reacted to reports of internal disagreements within the NDC over the […]
Labour Unions Threaten Nationwide Action Over Insecurity
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have warned that workers across the country may be advised to stay away from their workplaces if the Federal Government fails to tackle the worsening insecurity situation. President of the NLC, Joe Ajaero, said Nigerian workers now face life-threatening risks simply by going to […]
Tinubu Swears In Tegbe, Enikanolaiye as New Ministers
Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday swore in Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power and Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, completing the replacement of cabinet members who recently resigned to pursue political ambitions. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the State House in Abuja and was attended by the ministers’ spouses […]
Senate Fast-Tracks State Police Bill Amid Security Concerns
After years of national debate and rising insecurity across the country, the push for state police may finally be approaching a decisive moment in the Senate. Lawmakers on Monday signalled a major shift in urgency, placing the controversial proposal at the heart of ongoing constitutional amendment discussions. Speaking during a media briefing with Senate correspondents, […]
Powerful Earthquake Hits Southern Philippines, Killing at Least 15 and Triggering Tsunami Alerts
A powerful earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Monday morning, killing at least 15 people, damaging buildings and prompting tsunami warnings across parts of Asia. According to the United States Geological Survey, the magnitude 7.8 quake occurred off the coast of the island of Mindanao shortly before 7:40 a.m. local time (2340 GMT Sunday). The […]
Trump Ends NBC Interview After Heated Exchange Over Election Claims
President Donald Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC’s Meet the Press following a contentious exchange over his continued claims regarding election fraud and questions surrounding compensation for individuals charged in connection with the January 6 Capitol attack. The interview, conducted by NBC moderator Kristen Welker in Wisconsin on Friday and broadcast Sunday, became increasingly […]
Trump and Mamdani Expected at Madison Square Garden as Knicks Host NBA Finals Game 3
Madison Square Garden is expected to be packed with enthusiastic New York Knicks fans on Monday night as the team returns home for Game 3 of the NBA Finals, but attention may also be focused on two high-profile political figures expected to be in attendance. President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani […]
Datti Baba-Ahmed Denies Rift With Peter Obi, Affirms Mutual Respect
Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has dismissed claims of a rift between him and former presidential candidate Peter Obi, insisting that their relationship remains strong despite political differences after the 2023 general election. Speaking on Channels Television’s Inside Sources, Datti said attempts to create division between him and Obi would fail, stressing that […]
Iyabo Obasanjo Quits APC, Cites Marginalisation in Ogun
Former senator representing Ogun Central, Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress, citing alleged disrespect, unfair treatment, and marginalisation by the party’s leadership in Ogun State. Obasanjo-Bello, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, conveyed her decision in a resignation letter dated May 31 and addressed to the Ogun APC Chairman, Yemi Sanusi. The […]
