Kaduna Governor Presents N985.9bn 2026 Budget
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani presents a N985.9 billion 2026 budget, focusing on infrastructure, education, and grassroots development. Read details of the plan and its allocations.
Category : Politics
Aba Traders Protest 'Unjustifiable' Levies Under Governor Otti
Aba traders face hardship as government operatives impose high levies and seal shops at night. APC chieftain Paul Ikonne condemns the actions as tyrannical. Read more.
Trump Lashes Out at Reporter Over MRI Query
US President Donald Trump insulted a female reporter who asked about his recent MRI scan results. This marks the third such incident in one month. Get the full details and watch the video.
Nigerian Cleric Calls Muslim-Muslim Ticket 'Christian Genocide'
Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo insists Nigeria's Muslim-Muslim presidency is a form of genocide against Christians. He demands Vice President Shettima's removal to correct the imbalance. Read the full interview details.
IBB Breaks Silence, Advises PDP's Turaki on Party Rebuild
Former President Ibrahim Babangida has finally spoken on the PDP crisis, charging new chairman Kabiru Turaki to rebuild the party, correct past mistakes, and unite ahead of the 2027 elections. Read his full advice.
Adeleke imposes 24-hour curfew on Osun's Igbajo
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has declared a 24-hour curfew in Igbajo, Boluwaduro LGA, following a violent unrest linked to the death of embattled monarch Prince Adegboyega Famodun. Read the full details.
China & Africa Launch Modernisation Initiative at G20
At the 2025 G20 Summit in South Africa, China and Africa launched a landmark initiative for joint modernisation. Learn how this partnership aims to tackle debt, boost tech, and reshape global governance for the Global South.
Court Shifts Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan's Trial to 2026
An FCT High Court has adjourned the criminal defamation case against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to February 2026. Read the full details of the court's ruling and the legal arguments presented.
Youths Trained to Combat Rising Tech-Facilitated Abuse
CEWHIN trains 50 youths in Osogbo on digital safety & reporting TFGBV, as Zamfara First Lady launches 16 Days Activism. Learn how to fight online abuse.
24-Hour Curfew Imposed on Igbajo, Osun State
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Igbajo following unrest. Security agencies are on red alert to restore order. Read the full details here.
Wike Revokes Abuja Properties of Ganduje, Patience Jonathan, Others
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has revoked 1,095 property titles in Abuja for unpaid charges. The list includes ex-govs Ganduje, Duke, and ex-First Lady Patience Jonathan. Read the full details.
Cleric Calls for VP Shettima's Removal Over Persecution Claims
Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo urges the National Assembly to sack Vice President Kashim Shettima, alleging a Muslim-Muslim ticket enables persecution of Christians. Read the full details.
Nigeria's development lags as women face exclusion
Stakeholders warn Nigeria's progress will slow unless gaps in women's empowerment, finance, and political participation are closed. Experts cite information, resource, and skills gaps as major barriers.
Why APC Suspended Senator Gbenga Daniel
Ogun State Government reveals Senator Gbenga Daniel's suspension stems from supporting PDP's Adebutu in 2023. Read the full details of the political clash and allegations.
Trump Extends US Asylum Freeze Indefinitely
President Trump announces an indefinite freeze on asylum decisions for 19 countries, citing security concerns after a deadly D.C. shooting. Details on the policy and affected nationalities.
Niger Puts Nationalized Uranium on International Market
Niger's military junta announces sale of Somair uranium globally, defying France's Orano. This move marks a major geopolitical shift towards Russia and impacts Europe's energy security. Read the full analysis.
Ex-Tinubu Adviser Says President Should Not Seek Re-Election
Former Tinubu adviser Hakeem Baba-Ahmed urges President Bola Tinubu not to contest the 2027 election, stating he lacks the urgency to fix Nigeria's problems. He advises supporting a younger successor.
UK Politician Tulip Siddiq Gets 2-Year Jail Term
British-Bangladeshi MP Tulip Siddiq sentenced in absentia to two years in jail by a Bangladeshi court on corruption charges. She denies all allegations, calling it a political witch-hunt.
Malami Faults EFCC Over Abacha Loot Recovery Allegations
Ex-AGF Abubakar Malami dismisses EFCC's claims of duplicating $322.5m Abacha loot recovery as 'baseless'. He details cost-saving efforts and labels the probe a political witch-hunt. Read the full story.
US-Nigeria Talks on Middle Belt Peace and Security
A US Embassy delegation met President Tinubu's aide, Dr Abiodun Essiet, in Abuja to discuss peace initiatives and security collaboration in Nigeria's North Central region. Learn the key outcomes.
Amaechi Rejects Atiku's VP Offer, Eyes Presidency
Rotimi Amaechi dismisses reports of being a vice-presidential candidate for Atiku Abubakar in 2027. The former minister declares his sole ambition is to contest for president under the ADC coalition.
Trump-backed candidate leads Honduras presidential poll
Nasry Asfura, backed by US President Trump, leads Honduras' presidential election. Trump threatened to cut aid if his candidate lost. Get the latest results and analysis.
Bakare: Trump's Nigeria CPC Designation Driven by Oil Interest
Pastor Tunde Bakare claims President Trump's 'Country of Particular Concern' label for Nigeria aims to access its oil wealth, not protect Christians. He urges Tinubu's government to negotiate a strategic deal.
APC Group's Message to Otti Before Tinubu Meeting
The Abia APC Renaissance Group outlines critical demands for Governor Alex Otti ahead of his meeting with President Bola Tinubu. Read the full details and political implications.
Amaechi Denies Atiku VP Rumours, Eyes Presidency
Rotimi Amaechi dismisses speculation of being Atiku's 2027 running mate. His aide confirms he is solely pursuing the presidency under the ADC, asserting it's the South's turn. Read the full details.
Otti Visits Nnamdi Kanu in Sokoto, Discusses Release
Abia State Governor Alex Otti visited detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu at Sokoto Correctional Centre, assuring him of intensified efforts for his freedom. Read the full details of the high-level visit and discussions.
Trump Ultimatum to Maduro Escalates Venezuela Crisis
President Trump demands Maduro's immediate resignation, closes Venezuelan airspace. Experts warn of imminent military operations targeting the regime. Read the latest.
Ex-NEF Spokesman: Tinubu Shouldn't Seek Re-election
Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, former NEF spokesperson, says President Tinubu lacks the drive to fix Nigeria and should support a younger, more capable successor in 2027. Read his full critique.
Ex-PDP Spokesman Metuh Defects to Ruling APC
Former PDP National Publicity Secretary, Olisa Metuh, has officially defected to the APC, citing abandonment by his former party during his legal trials. He revealed President Tinubu's crucial support. Read his full statement and the implications for 2027
El-Rufai Condemns Unequal Sentencing in Nigeria
Kaduna lawmaker Bello El-Rufai criticises the life sentence for IPOB's Nnamdi Kanu versus 20 years for a Boko Haram convict. He warns inconsistent justice worsens insecurity and calls for state police.
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