US lifts naval blockade as Iran’s supreme leader says Trump made deal ‘out of desperation’
The US has dropped its naval blockade of Iran after the two countries signed a deal to end the war in the Middle East. US Central Command confirmed the end of the blockade on X “in accordance with the President’s direction”, Read more…
FG issues guidelines for transition to new tax regime
“The document provides a framework for managing transitional issues while ensuring that the new laws are not applied retrospectively,” says Taiwo Oyedele, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. The Federal Government has released guidelines to govern the Read more…
APC Applauds Tinubu, Wike On Inauguration Of Appeal Court Complex, Judges’ Quarters
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated President Bola Tinubu and mnister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on the inauguration of the newly completed Court of Appeal Complex with state-of-the-art amenities. The ruling party also applauded both Read more…
We didn’t call for SEDC Board dissolution – Igbo youth leaders
By Uzo Ugwunze Leadership of the Igbo Youth Leaders and Stakeholders Assembly has dissociated itself from a recent report by one Mazi Nnabuike purportedly targeted at undermining present board of the South East Development Commission, SEDC. Nnabuike, who claims life Read more…
Nigeria’s N200trn debt lacks clear impact, Obi raises concern
The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (ADC), Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed concern over Nigeria’s rising debt profile, arguing that the country’s growing borrowings have not translated into visible improvements in the lives of ordinary citizens. Obi Read more…
Anambra couple held as police probe 10-year-old boy abuse
A 30-year-old woman, Chisom Chukwukere, who allegedly brutalised a 10-year-old boy in Awada, Obosi, in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State, has been arrested by the police. Her husband, Chukwudi, was also arrested over allegations that the couple Read more…
NDC exempts Obi, Kwankwaso from party’s anti-defection oath
The Nigeria Democratic Congress has excluded its presidential candidate, Peter Obi and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, from a newly introduced party requirement mandating candidates to sign an anti-defection oath. The party’s National Secretary, Ikenna Enekweizu, disclosed this on Wednesday Read more…
Anambra LG elections will hold as scheduled, ANSIEC reassures
From Ifeoma EjioforThe Commissioner in charge of Information and Publicity in Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission (ANSIEC), Awka, Chief Anthony Nnalue Chinedu, has reassured that the August 29th local government elections in the State will hold as scheduled.Chief Chinedu, who Read more…
Trump defends Iran deal amid criticism: 5 takeaways
President Trump defended a memorandum of understanding (MOU) released Wednesday that ends the war with Iran, even as he suggested it may not be “permanent” during a press conference from the Group of Seven (G7) summit in Évian-les-Bains, France. Read more…
I’m ready to die for Nigeria — Peter Obi
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has declared his readiness to lay down his life for Nigeria, stating that the nation must declare a decisive war against the non-state actors currently terrorising the country rather than Read more…
Abdulsalami canvasses removal of military decrees “smuggled” into 1999 Constitution
The former head of state, whose administration promulgated the Constitution, urged the government to amend or remove such provisions through democratic processes to ensure they align with democratic principles. A former Nigerian Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, has called for Read more…
Peter Obi, Kwankwaso, Dickson storm Nasarawa for NDC campaign finale
Top leaders of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), including former Bayelsa State Governor Seriake Dickson, the party’s presidential candidate Peter Obi and his running mate Rabiu Kwankwaso, are expected in Akwanga, Nasarawa State, on Thursday for the grand finale of Read more…
US lifts naval blockade as Iran’s supreme leader says Trump made deal ‘out of desperation’
The US has dropped its naval blockade of Iran after the two countries signed a deal to end the war in the Middle East. US Central Command confirmed the end of the blockade on X “in accordance with the President’s direction”, Read more…
FG issues guidelines for transition to new tax regime
“The document provides a framework for managing transitional issues while ensuring that the new laws are not applied retrospectively,” says Taiwo Oyedele, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. The Federal Government has released guidelines to govern the Read more…
APC Applauds Tinubu, Wike On Inauguration Of Appeal Court Complex, Judges’ Quarters
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated President Bola Tinubu and mnister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on the inauguration of the newly completed Court of Appeal Complex with state-of-the-art amenities. The ruling party also applauded both Read more…
NDC exempts Obi, Kwankwaso from party’s anti-defection oath
The Nigeria Democratic Congress has excluded its presidential candidate, Peter Obi and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, from a newly introduced party requirement mandating candidates to sign an anti-defection oath. The party’s National Secretary, Ikenna Enekweizu, disclosed this on Wednesday 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…
FG issues guidelines for transition to new tax regime
“The document provides a framework for managing transitional issues while ensuring that the new laws are not applied retrospectively,” says Taiwo Oyedele, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. The Federal Government has released guidelines to govern the Read more…
We didn’t call for SEDC Board dissolution – Igbo youth leaders
By Uzo Ugwunze Leadership of the Igbo Youth Leaders and Stakeholders Assembly has dissociated itself from a recent report by one Mazi Nnabuike purportedly targeted at undermining present board of the South East Development Commission, SEDC. Nnabuike, who claims life Read more…
Nigeria’s N200trn debt lacks clear impact, Obi raises concern
The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (ADC), Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed concern over Nigeria’s rising debt profile, arguing that the country’s growing borrowings have not translated into visible improvements in the lives of ordinary citizens. Obi Read more…
Oshiomhole: Akpabio Shielding NNPC Based on His Personal Interest in National Oil Firm
The simmering dispute between Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and Senator Adams Oshiomhole escalated at the weekend, with the former governor of Edo State alleging that Akpabio’s defence of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) was driven by personal interests 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…