NJC: Oyewole for Supreme Court, 35 Judicial Appointments Confirmed
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has recommended the elevation of Justice Joseph Olubunmi Oyewole of the Court of Appeal to the Supreme Court and approved the appointment of 35 judges for various courts across Nigeria. The decisions were made during the NJC’s 110th meeting on Tuesday under the chairmanship of the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun. Justice Oyewole, currently presiding over the Enugu […]
2027 Polls a Fight for Nigeria’s Survival — Aisha Yesufu
Popular activist Aisha Yesufu has described the 2027 general elections as a defining moment for Nigerians, warning that the upcoming polls amount to a battle for the nation’s survival. In a post on X, Yesufu cautioned citizens against waiting for miracles or external intervention to fix Nigeria’s problems, stressing that the responsibility for the country’s future rests squarely on Nigerians […]
Rising Food and Utility Costs Hit Lower-Income Households as Inflation Persists
Prices for everyday household necessities climbed in December compared with the previous month, even as overall inflation remained steady. The trend highlights uneven price pressures across income groups, with lower-income households bearing the greatest strain. Economists welcomed signs of stabilization in the latest government inflation report released Tuesday, pointing to easing “core” inflation — which […]
U.S. Estimate Puts Greenland Acquisition at Up to $700 Billion as Trump Pushes Purchase Plan
The United States could be required to pay as much as $700 billion to achieve President Donald Trump’s ambition of acquiring Greenland, according to three individuals familiar with internal cost estimates. The figure was developed by policy scholars and former U.S. officials during strategic planning discussions surrounding Trump’s proposal to purchase the 800,000-square-mile Arctic island […]
Tambuwal: Nigeria’s Elections Not Fully Decided by Voters
Aminu Tambuwal, former Governor of Sokoto State and ex-Speaker of the House of Representatives, has said that elections in Nigeria are not entirely determined by the will of the electorate. Speaking on Prime Time, an Arise Television programme, the senator representing Sokoto South attributed the state of the country’s elections to systemic flaws, compromise by officials, […]
Falana Wins $25,000 Privacy Damages From Meta
The Lagos State High Court sitting at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) has awarded $25,000 in damages in favour of human rights lawyer, Mr. Femi Falana (SAN), in his suit against Meta Platforms Inc. over alleged invasion of privacy. Justice Olalekan Oresanya held that Meta, a global technology company that hosts and monetises content for commercial […]
Court Sacks PDP Ekiti Guber Candidate, Orders Fresh Primary
A Federal High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, has sacked Dr Wole Oluyede as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and ordered a rerun of the party’s primary election. Delivering judgment, Justice Babs Kuewumi upheld allegations of irregularities brought before the court by Prince Funso Ayeni, who challenged the conduct of […]
U.S. Delivers Military Supplies to Boost Nigeria’s Security Operations
The United States has delivered critical military supplies to Nigerian security agencies to strengthen ongoing security operations across several parts of the country. The development was disclosed on Tuesday by the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) in a post shared on X (formerly Twitter). “U.S. forces delivered critical military supplies to our Nigerian partners in Abuja. This delivery supports Nigeria’s […]
Unlikely Alliance: Trump Engages Progressives to Advance Credit Card and Housing Reforms
President Donald Trump is seeking unexpected political partners as he introduces a new policy agenda aimed at tackling Americans’ affordability concerns and strengthening Republican prospects ahead of the midterm elections — including outreach to progressive lawmakers. On Monday, Trump called Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts following her speech criticizing Democrats for being overly aligned with […]
Orange County Officials Respond to Community Fears Over Possible ICE Facility in Chester
Local officials in Orange County addressed growing community concerns Monday night following reports that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) may be considering a new facility in the town of Chester. Residents packed a village board meeting to voice fears and opposition, even though officials confirmed no formal plans or permit applications for such a […]
