Colombian Gets 19 Years in Russian Court for Ukraine Fight
A Russian-backed court in occupied Ukraine sentences Colombian Oscar Mauricio Blanco Lopez to 19 years for joining Ukraine's army. Read the full report on foreign fighters' fate.
Category : Politics
Kano Assembly Mourns Two Lawmakers Who Died Hours Apart
Kano State House of Assembly plunged into mourning as lawmakers Aminu Sa’adu Ungogo and Aliyu Yusuf Daneji died within hours on Wednesday. Learn about their lives and legacies.
Anioma State: Group Calls on Tinubu, SE Lawmakers for Support
Anioma group urges President Tinubu and Southeast legislators to support the Anioma State creation bill, framing it as reclaiming 'lost Igbo territories'. The bill is currently at the caucus stage in the National Assembly.
Tinubu Support Group Shares Festive Relief in South East
The South East Renewed Hope Agenda (SERHA) distributed food items to vulnerable households, bringing festive cheer and praising President Tinubu's vision. Read more.
Calabar Municipal Council Presents ₦13bn 2026 Budget
Apostle James Anam, Chairman of Calabar Municipal Council, presents a ₦13 billion budget for 2026, focusing on economic growth, infrastructure, and healthcare. Read the full breakdown.
Northern Elders Quote Bible, Quran for Unity at Christmas
Northern Elders Forum cites Bible & Quran in Christmas message, urging Nigerians to embrace peace, unity, and safety. Read their full call for national reflection.
ICRC DG Calls for Love, Hope, National Devt at Christmas
ICRC DG Dr. Jobson Ewalefoh's Christmas message urges Nigerians to embrace love, hope, and a renewed commitment to national development as the nation confronts challenges.
Ex-Minister Malami, Son Charged with ₦1.014bn Money Laundering
The Federal Government has filed 16 charges against ex-Attorney General Abubakar Malami and his son for allegedly laundering over ₦1 billion. Get the full details on this major anti-corruption case.
US Bans 5 Europeans Over 'Censorship' of American Viewpoints
The Trump administration has banned five Europeans, including a former EU commissioner, from entering the US. They are accused of coercing tech firms to censor American viewpoints. Read the full details.
Two Kano State Assembly Members Die Within Hours
Kano State is in mourning after the sudden deaths of two serving House of Assembly members, Hon. Aminu Sa’adu and Hon. Sarki Aliyu Daneji, on Wednesday, December 24. Details emerge.
Zelenskyy Unveils 20-Point Peace Framework for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy reveals a new 20-point peace plan to end the war, seeks direct talks with Donald Trump. Key issues include Donbas sovereignty and a national referendum.
Ex-AGF Malami Accuses EFCC of Defying Court Bail Order
Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami condemns EFCC's continued detention despite a court-granted bail. Read the full details of the legal standoff in Abuja.
Tinubu: No one should suffer for practising their faith
President Bola Tinubu's 2025 Christmas message champions religious freedom and unity in Nigeria. He vows to protect all faiths and calls for peaceful coexistence. Read his full address.
Renowned Diplomat Christopher Mbanefo Dies at 95
Nigeria mourns the loss of elder statesman Christopher Mbanefo, former UN envoy and education leader, who died at 95. Read his life story and legacy.
NUPRC Leads 357 MDAs in ICPC Ethics Assessment
Nigeria's upstream oil regulator, NUPRC, ranked first in the ICPC's 2025 ethics evaluation. The top score signals strong governance reforms and boosts investor confidence in the sector. Read the full analysis.
Atiku: Tinubu Breaches Constitution on LG Autonomy
Atiku Abubakar accuses President Tinubu of defying a Supreme Court judgment on local government financial autonomy, calling it a political strategy and a breach of oath. Read the full details.
EFCC traces N212bn properties to ex-minister Malami
The EFCC has uncovered 41 properties worth over N212 billion linked to former Attorney General Abubakar Malami. Read the full breakdown and charges.
Gombe Governor Dismisses 4 Aides for Assault
Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has dismissed four aides following a probe into the physical assault of a councillor. Get the full details and official statement here.
$570k Raised for Nigerian on Saudi Death Row
Hope rises for Nigerian Suleimon Olufemi after $570,000 blood money is raised by Seyi Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu, and others for his release from Saudi death row. Read the full story.
EFCC Traces N212bn Properties to Ex-AGF Malami
The EFCC has traced 41 properties valued at N212.9 billion to former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami. He faces money laundering charges. Read the full list and details.
Adamawa Governor Fintiri pardons farmer on death row
Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has granted a state pardon to farmer Sunday Jackson, who was sentenced to death for killing a herder. The decision, part of Christmas clemency, sparked jubilation in Yola. Read the full story.
Zelensky reveals US-Ukraine plan to end Russian war
President Zelensky details a 20-point US-led draft to end the Ukraine war. While some concessions were won, major hurdles on territory, NATO, and a referendum remain. Read the full analysis.
Zelensky Reveals 20-Point US-Ukraine Peace Plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky details a new US-backed 20-point plan to end the war with Russia, covering security, reconstruction, and EU membership. Read the full proposal.
Guinea-Bissau Junta Releases 6 Detained Opposition Politicians
Guinea-Bissau's military rulers release six opposition members detained since the November coup, calling it a step towards constitutional order. Read the latest on the crisis.
Ayere Kingdom's Asiwaju I Defects to APC in Kogi
Prince Olatunji Olusoji, the Asiwaju I of Ayere Kingdom, has formally joined the APC in Kogi State, pledging to mobilise support for Governor Ododo's administration. Read about this major political shift.
AbdulRazaq Tells APC Stakeholders Focus is on Legacy
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq declares his administration's focus is on building lasting legacies, not a political dynasty, as commissioners showcase unprecedented infrastructural and human capital development records.
Senate President Offers Jobs to Sons of Deceased Police Aide
Senate President Godswill Akpabio grants automatic employment to the two sons of his late police rider, DSP Hussani Ibrahim, who died in a Lagos-Ibadan expressway accident. Read the full story.
Fayose Blasts Senators for Greeting President's Son
Isaac Fayose criticises Senate leaders for lining up in the sun to welcome Seyi Tinubu, calling it sycophantic and undemocratic. Read the full story and netizens' reactions.
Court Grants Malami Bail, Fixes Jan 5 for Hearing
An FCT High Court has granted interim bail to former AGF Abubakar Malami, with conditions including passport surrender. Full hearing set for January 5, 2026. Read the latest details.
Trump's Official Christmas Portrait Released by White House
The White House released President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump's official Christmas portrait. The festive decorations, themed 'Home is Where the Heart Is,' feature 51 trees and thousands of lights. Public tours are open.
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