Multiple Injured in Shooting at Party Near Arcadia Lake in Oklahoma
At least 10 people were hospitalized following a shooting at a party near Arcadia Lake in Edmond on Sunday night, according to local authorities. The incident occurred around 9 p.m., said Emily Ward, a spokesperson for the Edmond Police Department, during a press briefing. Police confirmed that 10 victims were transported to nearby hospitals with […]
2027: Obi, Kwankwaso Join NDC in Opposition Shift
Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi and former Kano State Governor Musa Kwankwaso have formally joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the 2027 general elections, marking a major shift in Nigeria’s opposition political landscape. Both politicians received their NDC membership cards at a ceremony held after a closed-door meeting with party leaders, drawing […]
Atiku Plans to Engage U.S. on Nigeria’s ‘Worsening Crisis’
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has announced plans to visit the United States to engage policy and institutional stakeholders over what he described as the “alarming deterioration” of Nigeria’s security, governance, and economy. In a statement issued by his media aide, Paul Ibe, Atiku said Nigeria is facing a “full-blown internal crisis” that can no longer […]
APC Stakeholders Push Benjamin Kalu for Abia 2027 Race
A fresh political push has emerged in Abia State as stakeholders within the All Progressives Congress (APC) purchased expression of interest and nomination forms for the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, urging him to contest the 2027 governorship election. The forms were formally presented to him in Abuja on Saturday by […]
Gov. Nwifuru Reinstates Officials, Issues Political Warning
Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has approved the recall of all suspended government officials, except those from the Ministry of Lands whose cases are still under investigation. The governor announced the decision on Sunday during a church service marking the 2026 Father’s Day celebration at the Government House Chapel in Abakaliki, according to a statement […]
ADC Sets May 25 Presidential Primary, Fixes ₦100m Nomination Fee
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has released its timetable for the 2026 primary elections, scheduling its presidential primary for May 25, 2026, and pegging the nomination form at ₦100 million. The timetable, announced in a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, outlines key activities including the sale of forms, screening of aspirants, […]
Taiwan President Defends Global Engagement During Surprise Visit to Eswatini
Lai Ching-te said Taiwan has the right to engage internationally and cannot be isolated, as he arrived in Eswatini for an unannounced visit that Taipei says Beijing attempted to obstruct. Speaking alongside King Mswati III, Lai emphasized that Taiwan, officially known as the Republic of China, is a sovereign nation whose people deserve a role […]
Trump Warns of Possible Renewed Strikes on Iran Amid Ongoing Talks
U.S. President Donald Trump said Saturday he could authorize new military action against Iran if tensions escalate, even as both sides continue exchanging proposals aimed at ending the conflict. “If they misbehave, if they do something bad… it’s certainly a possibility,” Trump told reporters when asked about the prospect of fresh strikes. The warning comes […]
FG Summons South African Envoy Over Renewed Attacks on Citizens
The Federal Government has summoned South Africa’s Acting High Commissioner following fresh reports of attacks targeting Nigerians and their businesses in South Africa. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that the envoy has been invited to a meeting scheduled for Monday, May 4, 2026, in Abuja, where Nigeria is expected to formally express its concerns […]
Adeboye: God Has Already Decided Nigeria’s Next President
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Enoch Adeboye, has said that Nigeria’s next president ahead of the 2027 general elections has already been determined by God. Adeboye made the remark during a workers’ meeting at Redemption City along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, stressing that while political participation is important, the final outcome […]
