‘Back Tinubu’ — Soludo Asks Igbo Not To Waste Their Votes In 2027
Chukwuma Soludo, governor of Anambra State, has urged Igbo voters in the south-east to support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election. He made the appeal during his second-term inauguration at Dr Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka on Tuesday. The inauguration ceremony saw the chief judge of Anambra, Onochie Anyachebelu, administer the oath of […]
Dangote Signs Gas Deal With China’s GCL To Power Ethiopia Fertilizer Project
Aliko Dangote’s Dangote Industries Limited has signed a $4.2 billion, 25-year natural gas supply deal with China’s GCL Group to fuel its planned fertilizer project in Ethiopia. The agreement will support a 3-million-tonne-per-year urea plant, a $2.5 billion venture expected to start operations in 2029. The facility, developed with Ethiopian Investment Holdings, aims to become […]
2027: Reps proposed 2 years imprisonment for dual party membership stirs controversy
The House of Representatives has sparked controversy by proposing a fresh amendment to the 2026 Electoral Act that imposes a N10 million fine or two years imprisonment for anyone holding membership in more than one political party. The amendment targets dual party membership, mandating the loss of membership in all parties until regularisation is completed. […]
Congo’s president, Nguesso emerges winner with over 94% votes in provisional results
Incumbent President Denis Sassou Nguesso of the Republic of Congo has secured a landslide victory in the March 15, 2026, presidential election, according to provisional results. He reportedly won 94.82% of votes nationwide, with turnout at 84.65% of registered voters. The Ministry of Interior confirmed that 2,644,013 votes were valid, with 37,574 ballots invalid. International […]
Borno: Tinubu’s govt has failed Nigerians – Rotimi Amaechi
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of failing to protect Nigerians, following a Monday night bombing in Maiduguri, Borno State. Amaechi described the government as incompetent and lacking leadership to safeguard lives and property. Condemning the attacks, Amaechi expressed sympathy to the victims’ families, stating that citizens continue to […]
Benue govt begins training for 300 civil protection guards, backs state police
The Benue State Government has begun training 300 members of the Benue State Civil Protection Guards while openly supporting the creation of state police. Hyacinth Alia made this known during the launch of the programme in Gwer-East. Represented by his deputy, Sam Ode, the governor said state policing is necessary for better security control. He […]
Bill to establish Road Maintenance Agency passes second reading at Benue Assembly
The Benue State House of Assembly has passed a bill for the second reading to establish the Benue Road Maintenance Agency. The proposed agency is aimed at improving road conditions across the state through regular and proper maintenance. Leading the debate, Thomas Dugeri explained that many roads are built but later neglected. He said the […]
Lawyers ask CJN to refer NBA President, Osigwe to LPPC for ‘publicly reprimanding’ judge
A group of lawyers under the Nigerian Law Society has asked Kudirat Kekere-Ekun to refer Afam Osigwe to the Legal Practitioners Privileges Committee. They accused him of publicly criticising a judge instead of using proper legal channels. The issue began after a courtroom incident involving Mohammed Umar, who reportedly asked a lawyer to kneel during […]
“They’re not smart people” – Trump fires back as counterterror chief resigns over Iran war claims
Donald Trump has lashed out at critics after the resignation of Joe Kent, who stepped down as Director of the National Counterterrorism Center over the ongoing conflict with Iran. Kent cited disagreement with the war, saying he could not support it. Reports indicate that Kent argued Iran did not pose an immediate threat to the […]
‘We don’t need the help of anyone’ – Trump explodes after Nato, other nations refuse to take part in Iran war
Donald Trump has strongly criticised NATO and other allied nations for refusing to support efforts against Iran. Speaking at the White House, Trump said the United States does not need help and can handle the situation independently. The disagreement follows a proposal to secure the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil route. Several countries, […]