NAWOJ pushes for Special Seats Bill in Adamawa
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists has intensified advocacy for the proposed Special Seats Bill, urging stakeholders in Adamawa State to support legislation that would increase women’s representation in government. The group says stronger inclusion will improve decision-making and democratic balance. During a recent engagement, the association explained that the bill is designed to create […]
Man Slumps And Dies After DNA Test Reveals Child Is Not His
A Nigerian family is at the center of a heartbreaking incident that has sparked widespread reaction online, after a man reportedly died moments after receiving DNA test results indicating he was not the biological father of the child he had been raising. According to viral social media posts and eyewitness accounts, the man had recently […]
At Least 25 Soldiers Killed After Raid on Mexico’s Most Wanted Cartel Leader, Official Says
At least 25 members of Mexico’s National Guard were killed in a wave of coordinated attacks in the western state of Jalisco following the death of alleged cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho,” authorities confirmed Monday. Mexico’s Security Secretary Omar Garcia Harfuch announced the toll during a joint morning press conference with […]
More Than 10,000 Flights Canceled Across US Amid Massive Snowstorm
More than 10,000 flights were canceled across the United States between Feb. 22 and Feb. 24 as a powerful Nor’easter swept through the East Coast, unleashing heavy snow, damaging winds, and coastal flooding that severely disrupted air travel and daily life. According to data from FlightAware, airlines canceled 3,440 flights on Feb. 22, followed by […]
Police neutralise bandits in Kaduna, arrest gun runners
The Kaduna State Police Command has reported major successes in intelligence-led operations, dislodging bandit camps and arresting suspected gun runners across Kajuru, Tafa, Igabi, and Kauru LGAs. Several bandits were neutralised during clashes, while others escaped with injuries. Police recovered an array of illegal weapons, including AK-47 rifles, sub-machine guns, fabricated firearms, and large quantities […]
Elections are won through performance not street drama, buying corn – Wike
The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has stated that elections are won through performance, not “street drama” or short-term gestures like buying corn during campaigns. He made the remarks while handing over 54 construction equipment to 18 LGAs in Edo State. Wike criticized politicians who try to appear close to ordinary citizens only during election season, […]
Osun Assembly passes amended bill on local government laws
The Osun State House of Assembly has approved an amended bill updating laws that regulate local government administration. Lawmakers said the revision aims to strengthen governance, improve accountability, and align council operations with current legal standards. According to officials, the amendment introduces clearer guidelines on how local councils should function and manage public resources. Supporters […]
Barcelona: ‘He refused to greet me’ – Laporta says his relationship with Messi strained
Joan Laporta has revealed that his relationship with Lionel Messi remains strained, saying the football icon once refused to greet him. He made the remark while reflecting on their tense history since the player’s emotional exit from FC Barcelona. Laporta explained that although he still respects Messi’s achievements, their personal connection has cooled over time. […]
Kwankwaso laments Kano government’s defection to APC
Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has expressed disappointment over what he described as the defection of the Kano State government structure to the All Progressives Congress. He said the development was troubling and warned that it could alter the political balance in the state. The former governor stated that the shift was unexpected and claimed it did […]
Delta PDP secretary defects to APC
The Delta State secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party has officially left the party and joined the All Progressives Congress, marking a fresh political shift in the state. The move has stirred reactions among party members and supporters across local structures. Sources within the political circle said the defection followed internal disagreements and personal political […]