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Washington, D.C. — A federal judge has temporarily blocked the implementation of mass layoffs across federal agencies as directed by President Donald Trump, citing concerns over constitutional oversight. The decision was handed down by Judge Susan Illston of the U.S. District Court in California, who issued a two-week restraining order on Friday, following legal challenges…
NIGERIA – The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has said that his decision to rally support for the second bid of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu conspicuously stemmed from his display of statesmanship and the sense of belonging extended to the South East geopolitical zone. He said that despite scoring…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu convened a meeting with Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Tuesday, marking their first official engagement since the governor’s recent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Governor Oborevwori arrived at the State House around 3:45…
Katsina, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on state governors across Nigeria to prioritize impactful governance and remain undeterred by unconstructive criticism. The President made this call during his official two-day working visit to Katsina State, where he emphasized that the true essence of leadership lies in the visible improvement of people’s lives….
Abuja, Nigeria — The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has issued a formal invitation to the Governors of Zamfara and Benue States, along with their respective House of Assembly leadership, to appear before the committee on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The summons follows a petition filed by a pro-democracy group, Guardians of Democracy…
LAGOS STATE – Abia State Governor, Mr. Alex Otti has foreclosed the possibility of defecting to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), saying the situation of things in the Labour Party (LP) doesn’t warrant such a move. However, after an emergency National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja yesterday, the LP faction loyal to Julius…
North – The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Northern Nigeria’s foremost socio-cultural group, has declared that the region will only support candidates in the 2027 general elections who are committed to advancing and defending Northern interests. Speaking at the opening of the ACF Board of Trustees meeting in Kaduna on Wednesday, the forum’s BOT chairman, Alhaji…
Kaduna – Kaduna state Governor Uba Sani promised his administration will lift millions out of poverty through aggressive financial inclusion policies by opening three million new bank accounts by the end of 2025. Governor Sani made the promise while speaking at the Kaduna Economic and Financial Inclusion Summit (KEFIS 2025), themed “Expanding Financial Access for…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has designated a high-level delegation to represent Nigeria at the funeral of His Holiness, Pope Francis, scheduled to hold on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in Vatican City. The Nigerian delegation, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, comprises five prominent representatives, reflecting the nation’s deep respect for the late…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ibas, was in attendance as the National Economic Council (NEC) resumed deliberations in Abuja after a nine-week hiatus. The high-level policy meeting, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, convened on Thursday at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, drawing participation from governors of the…
Nigeria – The leadership of the Labour Party, LP, has condemned a statement by the former vice presidential candidate in the 2023 General Elections, Sen. Datti Baba-Ahmed, who said President Bola Tinubu’s government is ‘questionably constitutional’. The rebuttal, signed by the National Publicity Secretary of LP, Dr Arabambi Abayomi, was issued to newsmen on Saturday…
Nigeria – Nigerian youths have been urged to reject violence and immoral behaviour while embracing initiatives that foster community growth and individual development. The call was made by a youth leader and philanthropist, Elder Philip Osamor, during a meeting with youth groups and women leaders in Ogbe Oba community of Delta State. Speaking against the…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government has officially inaugurated the new Board of Directors for Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB), reinforcing its vision to accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation through robust ICT infrastructure and services across government agencies. The inauguration, held in Abuja, was presided over by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George…
Russia/ Ukraine – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has claimed that the country has intelligence suggesting that about 155 Chinese nationals are fighting for the Russian military against Ukraine. According to Zelenskyy, the real number is likely to be much higher. He stated this while speaking to reporters in Kyiv on Wednesday. Zelenskyy alleged that Russia…
Nigeria – Tope Fasua, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Special Adviser on Economic Affairs, has doubled down on his controversial claim about the $1 feeding argument, saying $1 is a valuable amount in Nigeria. In a recent interview with Seun Okinbaloye, Fasua argued that many Nigerians misunderstand the concept of multi-dimensional poverty, which is often used…
Ukraine / Russia – Russia said Ukraine had attacked its energy infrastructure six times over the previous day, despite a US-brokered moratorium on strikes on energy facilities. The Defence Ministry made this accusation on Monday. It stated that Ukrainian strikes had hit power facilities and electrical substations in Russia’s Rostov, Voronezh and Bryansk regions. The…
ABUJA – The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has fixed April 10 to hear the suit that is seeking to sack the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, Rtd. The suit, which has President Bola Tinubu as the 1st defendant, has been assigned to Justice James Omotosho for hearing….
Israel/Hamas – Israel on Friday killed a commander of the Palestinian militant group Hamas in an airstrike on southern Lebanon, further testing a ceasefire that halted last year’s war between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. According to the Israeli military, the targeted militant, Hassan Farhat, was behind a rocket attack on the city of…
US tariffs – United States President Donald Trump has told investors that his policies would never change. Trump made this statement on Friday in a post on social media. This is as global stock markets tumbled for a second day following his announced tariff plan and China’s retaliatory measures. “To the many investors coming into…
Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has appointed Ayo Sotinrin as the new Managing Director of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA). Sotinrin’s appointment was confirmed on Friday, April 4, 2025, in a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. Prior to his appointment, Sotinrin, who is seasoned finance…
US – United States President Donald Trump has told members of his cabinet and other close associates that his billionaire ally Elon Musk will soon step back from his government role. It will be recalled that Trump has tasked the Tesla and SpaceX CEO with leading efforts to cut government funding and dismantle various US…
Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has dismissed Mele Kyari as the Group CEO of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and dissolved the entire board. In his place, Engineer Bashir Bayo Ojulari has been appointed as the new Group CEO, while Ahmadu Musa Kida will serve as the non-executive chairman. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Tinubu has approved the extension of Kemi Nandap’s tenure as Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) until December 31, 2026. In an official statement, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, highlighted Nandap’s distinguished career, which began on October 9, 1989. Under her leadership, the…
Osun State, Nigeria — Governor Ademola Adeleke has sounded a strong warning against attempts to reignite the communal clash between Ifon and Ilobu communities, emphasizing that peace must be upheld. The Governor’s statement, issued by his spokesperson Olawale Rasheed, follows observations of rising tension in the affected areas despite ongoing security measures. Governor Adeleke, addressing the…
Awka, Nigeria — The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) in Anambra State has declared its support for Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s second-term ambition, backing it with a financial contribution. The students, representing various tertiary institutions, presented a cheque of N2 million, raised through individual donations ranging from N200 to N500, as a token of their…
Osun – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has ordered the creation of temporary shelters for individuals displaced by recent communal conflicts in Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin Osun. The governor also confirmed the continuation of a 24-hour curfew, reinforcing security measures in the affected areas. The clashes, which began as a land dispute between Ifon and…
US, Ukraine –The United States and Ukraine on Tuesday held brief talks in Saudi Arabia, a day after hours of US-Russia negotiations on halting the fighting in Ukraine ended without any breakthroughs announced. US President Donald Trump is pushing for a rapid end to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine launched more than three years ago, and…
Rivers – Chidi Lloyd, a former leader of the Rivers State House of Assembly, has alleged that Governor Siminalayi Fubara admitted he was unprepared for the governorship role during the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) primaries. Speaking in an interview with AIT, Lloyd claimed that Rivers State has been in crisis since Fubara took office. He…
Namibia –Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah made history on Friday by becoming Namibia’s first female president, leading the nation 35 years after gaining independence. Here are five key facts about her leadership and background: 1. A Loyal Party Member Popularly known as NNN, Nandi-Ndaitwah has been a dedicated member of the South West Africa People’s Organisation (SWAPO) since…
Osun State – The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on Governor Ademola Adeleke to halt what it describes as an “Edenisation agenda” at the Osun State College of Technology, Esa-Oke, in Obokun Local Government Area. Reports indicate that Governor Adeleke has hastily appointed Sefiu Adebowale Adewumi, a Deputy Rector…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request for the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. The decision was reached on Thursday, March 21, following a closed-door session held by lawmakers to deliberate on the issue. The approval follows President Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule in the state…
