He promoted civil liberties across the world – Tinubu mourns Jesse Jackson
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of legendary civil rights advocate Jesse Jackson, who died at the age of 84. In his tribute, Tinubu described the late preacher and activist as a servant-leader whose lifelong dedication to justice inspired people across the world and gave hope to oppressed communities. The Nigerian […]
Tinubu took 20 years to prepare for Presidency – Joe Igbokwe
Political commentator Joe Igbokwe has stated that President Bola Tinubu spent over 20 years preparing for the Nigerian presidency, highlighting his long-term strategy and political experience. Igbokwe noted that Tinubu’s extensive political career, which includes years of party leadership, governance, and grassroots mobilization, laid the groundwork for his eventual rise to the nation’s highest office. […]
El-Rufai vs Ribadu: Pure transfer of aggression – Akin Osuntokun
Political analyst, Akin Osuntokun, has described the ongoing conflict between former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai and former EFCC chairman Nuhu Ribadu as a “pure transfer of aggression,” noting that personal animosities have overshadowed policy debates. Osuntokun said the feud reflects deeper tensions within Nigerian politics, where individual rivalries often escalate into public confrontations. He […]
Electoral Act: Motion on election timetable stalls proceedings in Senate
The Nigerian Senate experienced a stall in its proceedings on Tuesday following a motion concerning the Electoral Act and the 2027 election timetable. Lawmakers debated whether the proposed dates for the general elections align with constitutional provisions and electoral guidelines. The motion, raised by a senator during plenary, sparked extensive discussion among members, with some […]
ICPC tracks 31 constituency projects valued at N3.6bn in Ondo
The Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission has begun monitoring 31 constituency and executive projects worth about N3.6 billion across the three senatorial districts of Ondo State. The exercise is part of Phase 8 of its Constituency and Executive Projects Tracking programme, aimed at ensuring public projects are properly executed and deliver value […]
Tinubu seeks Senate confirmation of Abubakar as INEC commissioner, Yusuf as NAHCON chairman
President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to confirm two new appointments into major national positions, forwarding their names for legislative approval. In a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the president nominated retired Admiral Jamila Abubakar Sadiq as National Commissioner representing Adamawa State at the Independent National Electoral Commission. According to the letter […]
It takes me only 2 hours to earn your monthly salary – US-based Nigerian registered nurse addresses Nigerian doctors who ‘look down on nurses’
A Nigerian nurse working in the United States has sparked debate online after responding to comments she says come from doctors who look down on nurses. In a strongly worded statement, she argued that professional respect should not be based on job titles, stressing that every healthcare worker plays an important role in patient care […]
Focus on home development – Indigenes beg Gov Umo Eno over proposed Abuja housing estate
Indigenes of Akwa Ibom State have appealed to Governor Umo Eno to prioritize development projects within the state rather than focusing on a proposed housing estate in Abuja. Residents expressed concerns that diverting attention and resources to a project outside the state could slow down progress in local infrastructure, education, and housing initiatives. They emphasized […]
Stop acting movies, challenge DSS over international passport seizure in court’ – Adeyanju to El-Rufai
Activist lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has urged former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai to take legal action instead of making public statements regarding the seizure of his international passport by the Department of State Services (DSS). Speaking on AIT’s Security Scope, Adeyanju said El-Rufai should challenge the action in court to determine whether the seizure was […]
Lagos CP decorates newly promoted ASPs, charges officers to improve service delivery
The Commissioner of Police in Lagos, Olohundare Jimoh, has officially decorated newly promoted Assistant Superintendents of Police and urged them to step up their performance in serving the public. The ceremony, held at the command headquarters in Ikeja, highlighted the importance of professionalism, discipline, and dedication in policing. During his remarks, the commissioner described the […]