US military carries out fresh strikes on Iran, prompting Iran attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain
The U.S. military said on Wednesday it launched fresh strikes on Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open to shipping, triggering Iranian attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain in the latest escalation to derail efforts to end the war. The Read more…
Senate clears Customs’ N1.3tn spending, N11tn revenue plan
The Senate on Wednesday approved the 2026 budget proposal of the Nigerian Customs Service, endorsing a revenue target of N11.074tn and an expenditure estimate of N1.295tn for the 2026 fiscal year. The approval followed the consideration and adoption of the Read more…
El-Rufai demands ICPC retraction over alleged court order breach
Former Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has rejected allegations by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) that he abused medical privileges and violated a court order. In a statement by his Media Adviser, Muyiwa Adekeye, Read more…
Commotion in House of Reps over motion to summon Tinubu
Commotion enveloped the House of Representatives plenary yesterday as lawmakers clashed over a motion seeking to summon President Bola Tinubu to explain delays in the implementation of the 2025 Appropriation Act. The motion which was predicated upon the inability of the Read more…
‘I may not be alive to contest in 2027 election’ – Peter Obi
Mr Obi, a former Governor of Anambra State, disclosed this in a podcast interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, which was posted on Facebook on Wednesday. The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, says he Read more…
THE STRUGGLE IN NNEWICHI MUST CONTINUE — Prof. Obi Nwosu
By Don Peter Okoro JP UN Eminent Professor of Gynaecology and Obstetrics and former Dean Faculty of Medicine Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Prof. Obi Nwosu has submitted that the protest and struggle by the Nnewichi Quarter of Nnewi, Anambra State must Read more…
Ejiofor Calls on African Leaders To Rise Against Xenophobic Terrorism in South Africa
.. Says Lawful Nigerians abroad deserves the full protection of diplomatic engagement By Uzo Ugwunze Human Rights Lawyer and Social Critic Sir Ifeanyichukwu Ejiofor Esq has called on African Leaders to look into the matter involving the dignity, security, property, Read more…
Ignore Unverified HIV Figures on Social Media, Verify Through Official Channels Says ANSACA Boss
By Uzo Ugwunze The Executive Director of the Anambra State AIDS Control Agency (ANSACA), Dr. Nkem Okeke, has urged members of the public to rely on verified information from official health authorities for HIV-related updates, warning against the spread of Read more…
Mass defection hits APGA in Nnewi North as 155 members join ADC to support Kingsley Obiukwu
By Ijeoma John , Nnewi Over 155 members of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Nnewi North Local Government of Anambra State have defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The event at the local government women leader’s house Read more…
Iran targets sites in Bahrain, Kuwait after wave of US strikes
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they targeted U.S. military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait on Wednesday after the U.S. launched a wave of military strikes on Iran in response to attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. In the latest Read more…
Xenophobia: Nigerian lawmakers reject calls to use proceeds from MTN, DStv to compensate victims
The Senate instead mandated its Committee on Foreign Affairs to investigate the attacks on Nigerians in South Africa and report back in two weeks. The Senate on Tuesday rejected calls by some of its members to nationalise South African companies Read more…
El-Rufai’s Wife to Tinubu: My Husband Doesn’t Deserve Persecution After Working for Your Victory
The wife of former Kaduna State Governor, Hajiya Asiya El-Rufai has said that her husband does not deserve persecution having worked for the victory of President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 elections. Asiya, who stated this on Tuesday in Abuja while Read more…
US military carries out fresh strikes on Iran, prompting Iran attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain
The U.S. military said on Wednesday it launched fresh strikes on Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open to shipping, triggering Iranian attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain in the latest escalation to derail efforts to end the war. The Read more…
Commotion in House of Reps over motion to summon Tinubu
Commotion enveloped the House of Representatives plenary yesterday as lawmakers clashed over a motion seeking to summon President Bola Tinubu to explain delays in the implementation of the 2025 Appropriation Act. The motion which was predicated upon the inability of the Read more…
‘I may not be alive to contest in 2027 election’ – Peter Obi
Mr Obi, a former Governor of Anambra State, disclosed this in a podcast interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, which was posted on Facebook on Wednesday. The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, says he Read more…
THE STRUGGLE IN NNEWICHI MUST CONTINUE — Prof. Obi Nwosu
By Don Peter Okoro JP UN Eminent Professor of Gynaecology and Obstetrics and former Dean Faculty of Medicine Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Prof. Obi Nwosu has submitted that the protest and struggle by the Nnewichi Quarter of Nnewi, Anambra State must Read more…
2026World Cup: African Fans support Mexico against the South Africa
By Ezeakukwu Emmanuel Nsoedo The xenophobic unofficial policy driven by some South African citizens against fellow African residents has resulted in African countries fans rooting for Mexico to win. Many of these fans who had made different caricatures on Facebook Read more…
BREAKING: Cristiano Ronaldo finally wins Saudi Pro League with Al-Nassr
Al Nassr captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has finally won the Saudi Pro League title. They were confirmed champions on Thursday, thanks to a 4-2 win over relegation battlers Damac. The title race had gone down to the final day after Al-Nassr Read more…
Ndi Anambra urged To Invest in Sports for All Round Development of School Children
.. As MoLS Oba hosts 2026 Interhouse Sports By Uzo Ugwunze Ndi Anambra especially from the Non governmental and private sectors have been urged to invest in Children’s Sports for all round development and empowerment. The call was made during Read more…
Marusya Ifeoma Madubuko: Those who see ballet dancers as unserious ignorant, close-minded
(Continued from yesterday) Marusya Ifeoma Madubuko is an American-Nigerian artist and professional ballet dancer whose craft and sterling stage presence have earned her an enviable reputation in the United States and, indeed, across the globe. In the concluding part of Read more…
Senate clears Customs’ N1.3tn spending, N11tn revenue plan
The Senate on Wednesday approved the 2026 budget proposal of the Nigerian Customs Service, endorsing a revenue target of N11.074tn and an expenditure estimate of N1.295tn for the 2026 fiscal year. The approval followed the consideration and adoption of the Read more…
Commotion in House of Reps over motion to summon Tinubu
Commotion enveloped the House of Representatives plenary yesterday as lawmakers clashed over a motion seeking to summon President Bola Tinubu to explain delays in the implementation of the 2025 Appropriation Act. The motion which was predicated upon the inability of the Read more…
Xenophobia: Nigerian lawmakers reject calls to use proceeds from MTN, DStv to compensate victims
The Senate instead mandated its Committee on Foreign Affairs to investigate the attacks on Nigerians in South Africa and report back in two weeks. The Senate on Tuesday rejected calls by some of its members to nationalise South African companies Read more…
Iran fires missiles at commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz, Axios reports
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards fired at least two missiles at commercial ships transiting through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday night, Axios reported, citing two U.S. officials. Two commercial ships suffered significant damage but had no casualties, the report said, citing 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…