President Trump Orders USS Gerald R. Ford Strike Group to Middle East, Expanding U.S. Naval Presence Amid Iran Nuclear Talks
U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered the redeployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford, the U.S. Navy’s largest aircraft carrier, from the Caribbean Sea to the Middle East in a significant escalation of military posture amid ongoing nuclear negotiations with Iran. The carrier will join the USS Abraham Lincoln and accompanying warships already operating in […]
2027: INEC reacts as Atiku, others kick against general election dates
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has responded to concerns raised over the scheduled dates for the 2027 general elections. The commission recently announced that presidential and National Assembly elections will hold on February 20, 2027, while governorship and state assembly elections are set for March 6, 2027. Party primaries are expected to take place […]
Ebonyi community petitions Nwifuru, others over alleged demolition of ancestral homes
Tension is growing in Isiophumini Ishieke, Mbeke Autonomous Community in Ebonyi Local Government Area, as residents protest the alleged demolition of homes and market stalls. The community has petitioned Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru and other authorities over actions reportedly linked to Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi. The dispute centres on the proposed remodelling of the Nwori Isiophumini […]
Zamfara APC condemns vandalism of Tinubu’s billboards
The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the reported destruction of billboards displaying images of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Gusau. The party described the act as troubling and warned that such incidents could increase political tension in the state. In a statement issued by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Yusuf […]
El-Rufai denies involvement in Dadiyata’s abduction
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has denied any involvement in the abduction of Nigerian social media critic Abubakar Idris, popularly known as Dadiyata. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time, he stated that he had no prior knowledge of the activist before news of his disappearance surfaced. El-Rufai explained that he only […]
EPL: Didi Hamann names team to stop Arsenal from winning quadruple this season
Former Liverpool midfielder Didi Hamann has predicted that Bayern Munich could be the team to stop Arsenal from winning four trophies this season. He believes the German giants have what it takes to eliminate the Gunners when both sides meet in the UEFA Champions League knockout stage. Arsenal are currently competing on multiple fronts, including […]
Frequent death of patients in emergency situations sparks concern among Nigerians
Growing reports of patients dying during emergency situations have triggered serious concern across Nigeria. Many citizens allege that delays in treatment, poor response systems, and hospital negligence are contributing to avoidable deaths. What once seemed like isolated incidents has now developed into a nationwide debate about the state of the country’s healthcare system. Medical experts […]
Davido blasts Sophia Momodu’s lawyer after court hearing over daughter Imade
Nigerian music star Davido has publicly criticised the lawyer representing Sophia Momodu after a recent court hearing over the custody of their daughter, Imade Adeleke. The court session focused on issues surrounding joint custody arrangements. Shortly after the hearing, Davido took to social media to express his frustration. He accused the lawyer of acting unprofessionally […]
Enugu Mourns As Senator Okey Ezea Is Laid To Rest In Itchi
Enugu State came together in solemn reflection as the late Okey Ezea was laid to rest in Itchi, Igbo-Eze South Local Government Area. Family members, political associates, and sympathisers gathered to honour the memory of the former lawmaker, whose passing has been described as a great loss to the state. Among dignitaries present was the […]