Senate outburst: Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan should apologise – Lawyer
A senior lawyer, Monday Ubani, SAN, has advised Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to admit her mistake and apologize after her recent outburst in the Senate. During a session, Akpoti-Uduaghan had a heated exchange with Senate President Godswill Akpabio, disrupting proceedings. Ubani criticized her actions, saying they were inappropriate and disrespected the Senate as an institution. While […]
PDP NWC kicks as Wike’s camp holds South-South zonal congress in Calabar
The internal crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has intensified as a faction loyal to Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), organized the South-South Zonal Congress in Calabar, Cross River State. This event took place despite a court order prohibiting it. A High Court in Port Harcourt had earlier issued […]
Osun LG Poll: Police Have Sealed our Office – OSSIEC Chairman, Abioye
The chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), Hashim Abioye, has expressed concern after police sealed the commission’s headquarters in Osogbo. Speaking on a radio program on Rave FM, Abioye said he was surprised by the development. However, he confirmed that the local government election had started in polling units across the state. […]
Release of 602 Palestinian prisoners delayed as Israel weighs next steps
The release of 602 Palestinian prisoners, planned after a hostage return on Saturday, has been delayed. Reports say Israel informed Palestinian officials in the West Bank that the release will now happen at 8:00 pm this evening. An Israeli source, quoted by Hebrew media, said that after the prime minister’s security consultation tonight, leaders will […]
El-Rufa’i acknowledges Atiku’s role in Obasanjo economic reforms
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar played a key role in shaping Nigeria’s economy during President Olusegun Obasanjo’s time in office. From 1999 to 2007, Atiku was responsible for overseeing the privatization of national assets. The Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE), led by Nasir El-Rufai at the time, operated under his supervision. Recently, former Kaduna State […]
BREAKING: NAFDAC uncovers prohibited drugs at Onitsha Bridgehead Market
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has discovered prohibited drugs hidden inside plumbing material shops at the Onitsha Bridgehead drug market in Anambra State. NAFDAC shared the news on its X account, along with a video showing the raid. Officials seized two trailer loads of unregistered narcotics, banned tramadol, and […]
Serie A: I never wanted to offend Lookman – Gasperini
Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini has cleared the air after his comments on Ademola Lookman’s penalty miss caused controversy. After Atalanta’s home defeat to Club Brugge in the UEFA Europa League, Gasperini criticized Lookman for taking a penalty, calling him “one of the worst penalty takers” he had seen. This upset the Nigerian forward, who […]
Make your new housing project affordable for Abia masses – NUJ to state govt
The Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Abia State Council, has called on the state government to ensure that its planned housing estates are affordable for ordinary citizens. The government recently announced plans to build four new housing estates in Umuahia, Aba, and Ukwa. While NUJ welcomed this initiative, they emphasized the need for transparency in […]
Transfer: Boniface on Newcastle United radar
Newcastle United are looking to sign Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface this summer. Reports say the Premier League club has already started talks with the Nigerian forward’s representatives. Boniface, 24, is currently under contract with the German club until 2029. However, Bayer Leverkusen may allow him to leave if they receive a suitable offer. Saudi […]
U.S DOGE: ‘I want you to get more aggressive’ – Trump tells Elon Musk
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has encouraged tech billionaire Elon Musk to take a more aggressive approach in improving government operations. Musk leads the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a new agency created by Trump to modernize federal technology and boost productivity. Trump signed an Executive Order to establish the department on his Inauguration Day. […]