Syrian president visits Russia for second time in four months
Relations between the two countries “continue to progress,” Vladimir Putin has said Russian President Vladimir Putin met with his Syrian counterpart, Ahmed al-Sharaa, on Wednesday to discuss Syria’s reconstruction, bilateral cooperation, and Moscow’s role in the country. This was Al-Sharaa’s Read more…
Naira redesign: Court sets June deadline to conclude Emefiele’s trial
A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, has fixed ten fresh hearing dates to conclude the trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Godwin Emefiele, who is facing charges related to the naira redesign, filed by the Read more…
Senate Defers Electoral Act Amendment, Plans Executive Session
The Senate has deferred consideration of the report on the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Enactment) Bill, 2026, resolving to reconvene in an executive session to further scrutinise the proposed legislation before taking a final decision. The decision followed deliberations Read more…
No going back on main market closure, don’t push me to demolish it – Soludo warns traders
The governor of Anambra State, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, has said there is no going back on the order to shut down the Main Market in Onitsha, a decision that has generated tension in the state since it was made on Read more…
Presidency blasts Atiku over ‘military dictatorship’ remarks
…says former VP’s remarks willful distortion of history For describing the present administration as worse than military rule, the Presidency on Wednesday took a swipe at former vice president and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential aspirant, Atiku Abubakar. Speaking on Read more…
Closure of Onitsha Main Market: Non indigenes urged to be law abiding
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Association of Non Indigenes Welfare in Anambra State(ANISA/ANIAS), has urged non indigenes in Anambra State to remain law abiding while the government is working round the clock to resolve the issue of Onitsha Main Market closure amicably. Read more…
Gov Soludo gets applaud from non indigenes in Nnewi
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Non indigenes in Nnewi North LGA and environs have applauded the Anambra State governor, Prof Charles Soludo over his security initiatives and landmark infrastructural development of the State. The Special Adviser to Nnewi North Mayor on Non Read more…
Poland and Baltics have made ‘big mistake’ with Russia – Kremlin
Everyone that comes to power there “begins to hate Russians with a passion,” Dmitry Peskov has said Poland and the Baltic states have made a “big mistake” in historically demonizing Russia rather than working with it to mutual benefit, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Read more…
More Resignations Hit Kano Governor’s Cabinet After Defection To APC
The wave of resignations trailing Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has continued, with two additional Commissioners quiting the Kano State Executive Council. Speculations have also intensified amongst political observers and people of the State Read more…
Court strikes out Nnamdi Kanu’s motion seeking transfer from Sokoto prison
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Tuesday struck out an ex-parte motion filed by the convicted leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, seeking his transfer from the Sokoto Correctional Centre to either Kuje or Read more…
Investigation uncovers Col who plotted Tinubu’s ouster
•Interim report reveals military officers targeted President, VP, ministers, and key installations; arrests ongoing An interim investigation report into the alleged coup plot against President Bola Tinubu’s government has revealed that a clandestine network of military officers coordinated by an Read more…
Presidency allays fears over Tinubu’s health after fall on Turkey’s visit
The Presidency has dismissed concerns about President Bola Tinubu’s health during his state visit to Turkey, blaming a minor stumble on a poorly laid carpet. The incident occurred at a welcome reception in Ankara, where the president tripped twice. An official Read more…
Syrian president visits Russia for second time in four months
Relations between the two countries “continue to progress,” Vladimir Putin has said Russian President Vladimir Putin met with his Syrian counterpart, Ahmed al-Sharaa, on Wednesday to discuss Syria’s reconstruction, bilateral cooperation, and Moscow’s role in the country. This was Al-Sharaa’s Read more…
Senate Defers Electoral Act Amendment, Plans Executive Session
The Senate has deferred consideration of the report on the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Enactment) Bill, 2026, resolving to reconvene in an executive session to further scrutinise the proposed legislation before taking a final decision. The decision followed deliberations Read more…
No going back on main market closure, don’t push me to demolish it – Soludo warns traders
The governor of Anambra State, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, has said there is no going back on the order to shut down the Main Market in Onitsha, a decision that has generated tension in the state since it was made on Read more…
Presidency blasts Atiku over ‘military dictatorship’ remarks
…says former VP’s remarks willful distortion of history For describing the present administration as worse than military rule, the Presidency on Wednesday took a swipe at former vice president and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential aspirant, Atiku Abubakar. Speaking on Read more…
JUST IN: Senegal beat Morocco, clinch 2025 AFCON trophy
The Teranga Lions of Senegal have won the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a lone-goal victory over hosts Morocco. Pape Gueye scored in the fourth minute of extra time to secure victory for Senegal at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Read more…
Peter Obi hails Super Eagles’ AFCON third-place finish
Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi has congratulated the Super Eagles on their third-place finish at the Africa Cup of Nations, praising the team’s resilience and fighting spirit throughout the tournament. Nigeria secured the bronze medal Read more…
On Course! Eagles thrash Mambas to book q’final slot
Nigeria booked a comfortable place in the quarter-finals with a commanding 4–0 victory over Mozambique at the Fez Stadium, producing one of their most convincing performances of the tournament. The Super Eagles took control early and were rewarded in the 20th Read more…
AFCON 2025: Nigeria beat Uganda 3-1 to finish group stage unbeaten
Nigeria maintained their perfect record at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a 3-1 victory over Uganda in their final Group C match at the Fez Stadium in Morocco on Tuesday. Paul Onuachu opened the scoring in the 28th Read more…
Naira redesign: Court sets June deadline to conclude Emefiele’s trial
A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, has fixed ten fresh hearing dates to conclude the trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Godwin Emefiele, who is facing charges related to the naira redesign, filed by the Read more…
No going back on main market closure, don’t push me to demolish it – Soludo warns traders
The governor of Anambra State, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, has said there is no going back on the order to shut down the Main Market in Onitsha, a decision that has generated tension in the state since it was made on Read more…
Closure of Onitsha Main Market: Non indigenes urged to be law abiding
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Association of Non Indigenes Welfare in Anambra State(ANISA/ANIAS), has urged non indigenes in Anambra State to remain law abiding while the government is working round the clock to resolve the issue of Onitsha Main Market closure amicably. Read more…
You cannot force people to go out on Mondays, IPOB tells Gov Soludo
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Indigenous People of Biafra(IPOB) yesterday told Gov Charles Soludo that he cannot force people to go to market or work on Mondays. IPOB also warned Gov Soludo, against penalizing residents who observe the Monday sit-at-home in the Read more…
Electoral Act Amendments: Reps raise campaign spending limits, make BVAS, electronic transmission compulsory
The House of Representatives has doubled or tripled campaign spending limits for candidates while approving strict provisions on voter accreditation, result transmission and sanctions for electoral officers. The House of Representatives has approved a significant increase in campaign spending limits for candidates Read more…
FAMILY OF LATE BISHOP CRIES OUT FOR HELP
By Don Peter Okoro Confusion and anxiety have gripped the ancient kingdom of Ozubulu Ekwusigo LGA of Anambra State over the Community’s refusal to bury one of their own in his own compound. The story of Bishop Emmanuel Nwadioramma the Read more…
PDP suspends guber candidate, Ezenwafor over alleged compromise during Anambra election
The Peoples Democratic Party, Anambra State chapter, has suspended its candidate in the just-concluded governorship election, Mr. Jude Ezenwafor. Ezenwafor was at the Light House, Awka, the seat of government of the state, congratulating the governor of the state, Prof. Read more…
Sorry Trump, we’re not ready
United States President, Donald Trump, has served notice of getting his military stomp Nigeria, gun-a-blazing. By air strikes or raw land infantry invasion, the US military will test their established military efficiency in Nigeria. Mission? To stop the killing of Read more…