Israeli Strikes in Southern Lebanon Kill 19 Amid Fragile Ceasefire
Israeli airstrikes across southern Lebanon on Tuesday killed at least 19 people, including women and children, according to Lebanon’s Health Ministry, as violence continued despite a fragile U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. Lebanese officials said the dead included four women and three children. The Israeli military did not immediately comment on the reported casualties […]
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Raises Concerns Over Supreme Court’s Handling of Louisiana Voting Rights Case
Ketanji Brown Jackson on Monday publicly criticized the Supreme Court’s handling of a recent Louisiana voting rights dispute, warning that the court risks appearing politically motivated when dealing with election-related cases. Speaking at an event hosted by the American Law Institute in Washington, Jackson said the court must be especially cautious when addressing politically sensitive […]
2027: I’m Running for President, Not Vice President — Amaechi
Former Rivers State Governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, has declared that he remains fully in the race for the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), dismissing suggestions that he should step down for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Amaechi made the clarification on Tuesday following speculation over possible consensus arrangements […]
‘I Was Accused of Plotting Against Tinubu’ — Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has revealed that some individuals from Borno State once warned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu against wearing traditional outfits gifted to him, alleging the clothes had been spiritually manipulated and could lead to his death. Shettima made the disclosure on Tuesday during the public presentation of My Life of Duty and Allegiance, the […]
Peter Obi emerges as NDC’s sole Presidential aspirant
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, is set to emerge as the presidential flag bearer of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) after becoming the only aspirant to purchase the party’s Expression of Interest and Nomination forms ahead of the 2027 general election. The development comes amid deepening divisions within the opposition coalition previously built […]
EFCC Arrests Ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman After Conviction
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested former Minister of Power Saleh Mamman following his recent conviction over alleged financial misappropriation linked to major power projects. EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede confirmed that Mamman was arrested around 3:30 a.m. on Tuesday in Kano. Speaking during a press briefing, Olukoyede recalled that the EFCC had […]
LIRR Strike Ends After Deal Reached Between MTA and Rail Unions
The strike that shut down the Long Island Rail Road for the first time in 32 years is set to end after transit officials and union leaders reached a tentative agreement Monday night, according to Kathy Hochul. “Tonight, the MTA reached a fair deal with the five LIRR unions that delivers raises for workers while […]
Russia Launches Massive Nuclear Drills Involving Missiles, Submarines and Strategic Forces
Russia began a large-scale three-day nuclear military exercise Tuesday that will include simulated launches of ballistic and cruise missiles, according to the Russian Defense Ministry. The drills are designed to rehearse “the preparation and use of nuclear forces in the event of aggression,” the ministry said. Russian officials stated that approximately 64,000 personnel and 7,800 […]
Judge Blocks Immigration Arrests Around Manhattan Court Buildings
Federal immigration agents can no longer carry out arrests in and around three Manhattan buildings that host immigration proceedings unless exceptional circumstances exist, a federal judge ruled Monday. The decision by P. Kevin Castel immediately halts a practice introduced during the administration of Donald Trump that allowed agents to detain individuals appearing for mandatory immigration […]
Abba Yusuf Fires Back At Kwankwaso Over ‘Frequent Attacks’
Abba Kabir Yusuf has openly criticised his former political ally and mentor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, warning that his continued silence should not be mistaken for weakness. The Kano governor made the remarks on Monday during the official affirmation of Sulaiman Kawu Sumaila as the All Progressives Congress senatorial candidate for Kano South in Rano. The […]
