Iran tightens control of Hormuz after US calls off renewed attacks
Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz as it tightened its grip on the strategic waterway after U.S. President Donald Trump announced he was indefinitely calling off attacks, with no sign of peace talks restarting. The status of Read more…
Abducted UniJos graduate, John Arum regains freedom
John Arum, the University of Jos, UniJos, graduate, who was recently kidnapped by terrorists have regained his freedom. In a video clip currently making the rounds on social media, John could be seen with family members thanking God for his Read more…
Paul Okoye Speaks For The First Time After Twin Brother Changes Their Shared Birthday
Nigerian pop star Paul Okoye, of the P-Square music duo, eventually made a post said to be the first ever since his twin brother, Peter Okoye, openly distanced himself from him. Paul seemed unruffled by his brother’s outburst and change Read more…
BREAKING: Supreme Court reserves judgment in ADC leadership crisis
The Supreme Court of Nigeria on Wednesday reserved judgment in an appeal filed by David Mark, challenging the jurisdiction of the court to interfere in the internal affairs of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). A five-member panel of the apex Read more…
BREAKING: Supreme Court reserves judgment in PDP leadership crisis
The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment in the appeal filed by the Kabiru Tanimu Turaki-led Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) seeking to overturn the ruling of the Court of Appeal, which nullified the conduct of the party’s national convention, held Read more…
Edun, Dangiwa resigned over health, gratitude, not sacked, Presidency says
The Presidency has clarified that former Finance Minister Wale Edun and Housing Minister Ahmed Musa Dangiwa resigned voluntarily, debunking reports that they were sacked and rumours of dismissal by President Bola Tinubu. In a State House press release, Special Adviser Read more…
2027: Aspirants laud Soludo’s option A4 for APGA primaries
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, aspirants to the various political positions under the platform of All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) in Anambra State have commended Governor Chukwuma Soludo for adopting the Option A4 system of voting in the party’s Read more…
Anambra Organized Labour Assures New HoS of Synergy, Partnership
By Uzo Ugwunze Organized Labour in Anambra State led by Comrade Humphrey Emeka Nwafor has reassured the Head of Service, HoS, Anambra State, Ngozi Anuli Iwouno, Esq. mni of synergy and partnership for a hitch-free industrial relations. Comrade Nwafor, Chairman Read more…
Russia knows how Ukraine conflict will end – Putin
Moscow will continue pursuing its goals, the Russian president has said Russia’s adversaries are busy thinking about how to “shape” the country’s victory in the Ukraine conflict, Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested. The president made the remarks in response to comments Read more…
NBC notice: Nigeria is drifting dangerously — Peter Obi
A presidential aspirant on the platform of the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC), Peter Obi, on Tuesday said Nigeria is drifting dangerously. His remarks came after the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) cautioned broadcasters against bullying of guests, misuse of platforms and Read more…
Diezani Tells London Court She Was Made Scapegoat Over Subsidy Crisis
The trial of former Nigerian petroleum minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, resumed on Day 23 at the Southwark Crown Court in London, with the ex-minister telling the court she was unfairly blamed and effectively made a scapegoat for decisions taken at the Read more…
Tinubu sacks Edun, Dangiwa, elevates Oyedele as Finance Minister
President Bola Tinubu has effected a major shake-up in his economic team, sacking Finance Minister Wale Edun and Housing Minister Ahmed Dangiwa, while appointing tax expert Taiwo Oyedele as the new Minister of Finance. The President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, effected Read more…
BREAKING: Supreme Court reserves judgment in ADC leadership crisis
The Supreme Court of Nigeria on Wednesday reserved judgment in an appeal filed by David Mark, challenging the jurisdiction of the court to interfere in the internal affairs of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). A five-member panel of the apex Read more…
BREAKING: Supreme Court reserves judgment in PDP leadership crisis
The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment in the appeal filed by the Kabiru Tanimu Turaki-led Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) seeking to overturn the ruling of the Court of Appeal, which nullified the conduct of the party’s national convention, held Read more…
Edun, Dangiwa resigned over health, gratitude, not sacked, Presidency says
The Presidency has clarified that former Finance Minister Wale Edun and Housing Minister Ahmed Musa Dangiwa resigned voluntarily, debunking reports that they were sacked and rumours of dismissal by President Bola Tinubu. In a State House press release, Special Adviser Read more…
Anambra Organized Labour Assures New HoS of Synergy, Partnership
By Uzo Ugwunze Organized Labour in Anambra State led by Comrade Humphrey Emeka Nwafor has reassured the Head of Service, HoS, Anambra State, Ngozi Anuli Iwouno, Esq. mni of synergy and partnership for a hitch-free industrial relations. Comrade Nwafor, Chairman Read more…
AFCON ’25: Odegbami faults CAF verdict, backs Senegal
Former international, Segun Odegbami, has faulted the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for awarding the 2025 AFCON title to Morocco. Odegbami described CAF’s decision to overturn the Jan. 18 final result as “bizarre, condemnable and unjustifiable.” He noted that Senegal Read more…
JUST IN: CAF declares Morocco winner of AFCON 2025
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has declared Morocco winner of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The continental football umpire disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday night. Senegal defeated hosts Morocco 1-0 in a highly-controversial final match 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…
Iran tightens control of Hormuz after US calls off renewed attacks
Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz as it tightened its grip on the strategic waterway after U.S. President Donald Trump announced he was indefinitely calling off attacks, with no sign of peace talks restarting. The status of Read more…
PRESS STATEMENT
“It’s Not My Fault That You Can’t Read; Atiku Bombs Tinubu in Scathing Reply” Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has launched a blistering counterattack on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, accusing him of hypocrisy, historical distortion, and political desperation. In a Read more…
Iran declares Hormuz ‘completely open’ to all commercial vessels
Tehran has announced the complete reopening of the waterway for the entire duration of the ceasefire in Lebanon Passage for all commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz is now completely open, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi declared on Read more…
Brazilian firm, Petrobras, teams up with Arthur Eze’s Oranto Petroleum in offshore oil block operation in Central Africa
Brazil’s Petrobras has signed an agreement to acquire 75 per cent stake and assume operatorship of Block 3 offshore São Tomé and Príncipe from Oranto Petroleum. The oil block is currently held by Oranto Petroleum, which has a 90 per cent Read more…
2027: Aspirants laud Soludo’s option A4 for APGA primaries
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, aspirants to the various political positions under the platform of All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) in Anambra State have commended Governor Chukwuma Soludo for adopting the Option A4 system of voting in the party’s 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…