The Latest: 2 US aircraft go down and 1 crew member missing as war in Iran takes a dramatic turn
One U.S. service member was rescued and at least one was missing after two U.S. military planes went down in separate incidents including the first shoot-down since the war began nearly five weeks ago. It was the first time U.S. aircraft have Read more…
Plateau killings: Attackers studied residents – Gov Mutfwang
Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, has revealed that attackers in the recent deadly Jos massacre used the community’s sense of security, studying residents’ behaviour and mimicking National Drug Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, operations to strike unexpectedly, leaving both citizens and Read more…
ADC accuses INEC chair of contempt, insists on proceeding with congresses
The INEC chairperson also denied the ADC’s accusation that the electoral commission had taken sides due to the interpretation of the order of the appellate court. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Chairperson of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Read more…
Easter: Defend yourselves, Northern CAN tells members
The Christian Association of Nigeria, on Thursday, said Christians in the northern part of the country must take proactive steps to defend themselves against persistent attacks. The declaration followed the Palm Sunday attack on Angwan Rukuba community in Jos North Read more…
Oil Prices Surge to 4-year Highs Amid Escalating Persian Gulf Tensions
WTI crude oil futures skyrocketed over 11 per cent on Friday, breaching $112 per barrel—the highest level in nearly four years—as traders reassessed supply risks from the intensifying war in the Persian Gulf. Brent crude followed suit, climbing more than Read more…
Yusufu Turaki: Nigeria won’t have peace as long as some states practise Sharia
Elder statesman, Prof Yusufu Turaki, has said that the backwardness, crises, conflicts and many other human vices in the north are because of wrong political geography, ethnic, religious and regional differences that have inundated the entire region. Turaki, Middle Belt leader, Read more…
Amb. Ikebunwa Lotanna Attends “One Girl, Two Skills” Graduation in Nnewi, Donates ₦1 Million to Support Young Girls, Other Cash Grants for the Top 10 Best-performing Graduates
By Ijeoma John, Nnewi Amb. Ikebunwa Lotanna, PhD (H.C), a frontline House of Representatives aspirant for Nnewi North, Nnewi South, and Ekwusigo Federal Constituency, today attended the graduation ceremony of the One Girl, Two Skills Empowerment Programme held at Obi Read more…
Easter: Police operatives dominate key areas in Anambra
From Ifeoma Ejiofor As Christians across Anambra State commence the Easter celebrations, the State Police Command has activated the final phase of its security architecture, strategically dominating key areas to enhance safety across the State. The Police Public Relations Officer(PPRO) Read more…
Trump derides NATO over no-show in Iran war
The US president has threatened to halt arms supplies to Ukraine after European leaders refused to join the campaign US President Donald Trump has lashed out at NATO and key European leaders, deepening tensions within the bloc over the war Read more…
2027: You cannot impose single candidacy on Nigerians – Kwankwaso to INEC amid ADC crisis
A former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has warned the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, that they cannot impose a single candidate on Nigerians in the 2027 elections. Kwankwaso said this in a statement posted on his verified X Read more…
‘Our congresses, convention will take place’ – ADC dares INEC
Amid the controversy surrounding recognition by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has insisted on proceeding with its planned congresses and national convention. Bolaji Abdullahi, ADC National Publicity Secretary, announced this on Thursday while speaking Read more…
Jos killings: Outrage as Tinubu stops at airport before flying to Lagos
Nigerians have expressed displeasure over President Bola Tinubu’s decision to address the people of Plateau State from the departure lounge of the Yakubu Gowon Airport in Hyeipang. The airport is about a 40-minute drive to Jos, the state’s capital, where Read more…
ADC accuses INEC chair of contempt, insists on proceeding with congresses
The INEC chairperson also denied the ADC’s accusation that the electoral commission had taken sides due to the interpretation of the order of the appellate court. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Chairperson of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Read more…
Yusufu Turaki: Nigeria won’t have peace as long as some states practise Sharia
Elder statesman, Prof Yusufu Turaki, has said that the backwardness, crises, conflicts and many other human vices in the north are because of wrong political geography, ethnic, religious and regional differences that have inundated the entire region. Turaki, Middle Belt leader, Read more…
Amb. Ikebunwa Lotanna Attends “One Girl, Two Skills” Graduation in Nnewi, Donates ₦1 Million to Support Young Girls, Other Cash Grants for the Top 10 Best-performing Graduates
By Ijeoma John, Nnewi Amb. Ikebunwa Lotanna, PhD (H.C), a frontline House of Representatives aspirant for Nnewi North, Nnewi South, and Ekwusigo Federal Constituency, today attended the graduation ceremony of the One Girl, Two Skills Empowerment Programme held at Obi Read more…
2027: You cannot impose single candidacy on Nigerians – Kwankwaso to INEC amid ADC crisis
A former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has warned the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, that they cannot impose a single candidate on Nigerians in the 2027 elections. Kwankwaso said this in a statement posted on his verified X 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…
Oil Prices Surge to 4-year Highs Amid Escalating Persian Gulf Tensions
WTI crude oil futures skyrocketed over 11 per cent on Friday, breaching $112 per barrel—the highest level in nearly four years—as traders reassessed supply risks from the intensifying war in the Persian Gulf. Brent crude followed suit, climbing more than Read more…
Trump issues new warning to Tehran, Iran calls US peace proposals ‘unrealistic’
President Donald Trump warned on Monday that the U.S. would obliterate Iran’s energy plants and oil wells if Tehran does not open the Strait of Hormuz, after Tehran described U.S. peace proposals as “unrealistic” and fired waves of missiles at Read more…
$6bn Loans In 4 Hours: Atiku Slams Tinubu, Senate
Former Vice President and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has expressed deep concern over reports that the Senate approved President Bola Tinubu’s request for a fresh $6 billion external loan within a record time—reportedly less than Read more…
Sit at Home: Mixed Reactions as Idemili North Mayor Praises Some Traders, Seal Shops at Nkpor Markets
By Uzo Ugwunze The Mayor of Idemili North, Hon Stanley Nkwoka has praised several markets within his LGA for complying with Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s ‘No more Monday sit at home directive. Conducting his usual Monday weekly Market inspection to ensure 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…