Ihedioha Officially Joins ADC, Registers at Ward Level in Imo
Former Imo State Governor, Emeka Ihedioha, has formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), months after his exit from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in April 2024. Ihedioha had announced in July 2025 that the ADC would become the new political platform for him and his supporters. On Monday, he completed his registration at Mbutu […]
NAFDAC Assures Nigerians Nestlé Infant Formulae Sold Locally Are Safe
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has moved to allay public concerns following a voluntary global recall by Nestlé UK of its SMA Infant Formula in over 50 countries over the possible presence of cereulide, a toxin. In a statement issued by the Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Christianah Adeyeye, […]
2027: ADC Faces Political Irrelevance Without Peter Obi — Fayose
Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has warned that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) could slide into political irrelevance ahead of the 2027 general elections if it fails to present Peter Obi as its presidential candidate. Fayose made the remarks on Monday during an interview on Arise Television, where he analysed opposition politics, the internal […]
Tinubu Prioritises Troop Welfare, Equipment — Defence Minister
The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd), has reaffirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains fully committed to ensuring that the Armed Forces and other security agencies are adequately equipped, properly motivated, and well cared for to effectively discharge their constitutional duties. Musa stated this in Abuja while speaking at the Inter-Denominational Church Service for the Armed Forces Celebration and […]
China, EU Strike Deal on Electric Vehicle Exports, Easing Trade Tensions Over Chinese EVs
China announced Monday that it has reached an agreement with the European Union concerning exports of Chinese-made electric vehicles to the bloc, marking a potential turning point in trade tensions over the fast-growing EV market. Beijing’s Commerce Ministry said the EU will introduce guidelines establishing minimum pricing for Chinese auto exporters. While the ministry did […]
Federal Prosecutors Launch Criminal Investigation Into Fed Chair Jerome Powell Amid Clash With Trump Administration
Federal prosecutors have opened a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, marking a dramatic escalation in the Trump administration’s growing confrontation with the central bank’s independence. Powell confirmed the investigation in a statement Sunday night, saying it stems from his earlier testimony to Congress regarding the multi-year renovation of Federal Reserve buildings. However, […]
No Toll for Third Mainland Bridge — FG
The Federal Government has refuted claims that the recently rehabilitated Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos will be tolled, describing such reports as “unfounded.” Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, clarified the position on Sunday during the inauguration of a ₦40 billion Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) Camera Control Centre on the bridge. Umahi explained that tolling the bridge is neither feasible nor advisable […]
Jandor Hails APC Surge as E-Registration Gains Ground
Dr Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is firmly positioned to win the 2027 general elections, attributing the party’s advantage to its expansive structure and ongoing electronic membership registration exercise. Adediran, the Lead Visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Movement, spoke after participating in the APC’s e-registration exercise at Ward G, Irewe, in […]
Yahaya Bello Trial Continues, EFCC Confirms
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has reaffirmed that the prosecution of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, is ongoing, stressing that the anti-graft agency has discharged its responsibility and that the matter now lies with the judiciary. Olukoyede made the clarification amid public concerns over the pace of the trial, […]
Wike: Only Tinubu Has Power to Sack Me
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed calls for his removal from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s cabinet, insisting that only the President has the constitutional authority to sack him. Wike made the remarks on Sunday during the final leg of his “thank you” visit to Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, amid growing […]
