Aregbesola Warns APC: Defections No Guarantee of 2027 Win
National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rauf Aregbesola, has warned the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) that the influx of governors into the party does not assure electoral victory in the 2027 general elections. Aregbesola gave the warning while speaking at the launch of a book written by the ADC’s National Publicity Secretary. He dismissed claims that […]
Akpabio Hails Tinubu as Most Christian-Friendly President
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has described President Bola Tinubu’s administration as the most Christian-friendly government since the creation of Nigeria, citing the President’s commitment to fairness across religious lines. Akpabio made the remark on Tuesday in Jos during a reception rally held at the Jos Polo Ground to formally receive Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang […]
2027: Abati Says Tinubu Must Retain Shettima
Veteran journalist and former presidential aide, Dr. Reuben Abati, has urged President Bola Tinubu to retain Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 general election, insisting that the President must demonstrate courage and consistency by standing by his chosen running mate. Abati made the call on Tuesday while speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show, where […]
Trump and White House Distance Themselves From Early Claims After Fatal Minneapolis Shooting
President Donald Trump and White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt are stepping back from inflammatory statements made by senior administration officials following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis. In the immediate aftermath of Saturday’s incident, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Deputy White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller publicly […]
Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino Returns to California Post as Federal Leadership Shifts in Minneapolis
Customs and Border Protection commander-at-large Greg Bovino is returning to El Centro, California, to resume his role as chief of that border sector, according to multiple sources familiar with the move. The commander-at-large position was a temporary assignment. Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said Monday that Bovino “has NOT been relieved of […]
El-Rufai Labels Tinubu’s N100bn Deduction Impeachable
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has alleged that President Bola Tinubu has been deducting N100 billion every month from the federation account without approval, describing the action as grounds for impeachment. Speaking on Arise Television’s “Prime Time”, El-Rufai said the unauthorised deductions have persisted for over 15 months, totaling N1.5 trillion. “Government data. I’m not […]
Nigerian Youth Condemn Politicians’ Exploitation, Demand Inclusion
Nigerian youths have raised concerns over what they describe as the persistent exploitation of young people by politicians, mobilised during elections only to be sidelined once power is secured. The statement was made by Aliyu Bin Abbas, President of the National Youth Alliance (NYA), on Monday during the inauguration of NYA chairmen from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory […]
DHQ Confirms Coup Plot Against Tinubu
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed that some officers of the Nigerian Armed Forces plotted to overthrow President Bola Tinubu, marking an official admission of the alleged coup attempt first reported in October 2025. The confirmation followed months of speculation after the Federal Government abruptly cancelled the military parade scheduled for October 1, 2025, to […]
Atiku’s Son Says Tinubu Unstoppable in 2027
Abba Atiku, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has declared that his father has no chance of defeating President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Abba made the statement on Monday in Yola, Adamawa State, while completing his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). He obtained his party membership card at Gwadabawa […]
Tinubu Arrives Ankara for State Visit, Set to Meet Erdogan
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Ankara, the capital of the Republic of Turkiye, on a State visit. The development was confirmed in a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. According to Onanuga, the president’s aircraft touched down at precisely 9.03 pm local time at the Ankara […]
