FG Declares End to Dormant Oil Fields, Vows to Revoke Licenses to Boost Production The Federal Government has issued a stern warning to oil and gas firms holding undeveloped oil field licenses, declaring an end to the “era of speculative licensing” and vowing to withdraw permits from operators who fail to actively develop their assets. […]
Amaechi Dumps APC, Declares Nigeria “Completely Destroyed” Under Current Leadership Former Minister of Transportation and ex-Governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi, has sensationally resigned from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring that Nigeria is “completely destroyed” and in dire need of a total overhaul. Amaechi made the bombshell announcement on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, […]
Reps Unveil Zonal Dates for Nationwide Constitution Review Public Hearings The House of Representatives Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution has announced a comprehensive schedule for nationwide public hearings, signaling a determined push to amend the nation’s grundnorm through inclusive citizen participation. The much-anticipated hearings will be conducted in 12 zonal centers across […]
Naira Under Pressure: Parallel Market Rate Hits N1,585/$ Amid FX Volatility The Nigerian Naira has experienced significant pressure in the unofficial foreign exchange market, with the parallel market rate reportedly reaching N1,585 to the US dollar recently, reflecting the ongoing volatility in the country’s currency landscape. While the rate has seen some minor fluctuations and […]
Tragedy in Niger State: Two Children Among Hundreds Claimed by Devastating Mokwa Floods Amidst the ongoing devastation caused by unprecedented floods in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State, a grim report has emerged confirming the drowning of two children, adding to the escalating death toll of a catastrophe that has claimed hundreds of lives. […]
Anambra Governorship Poll to Be Litmus Test for ADC’s Growing Strength, Says Candidate John Nwosu As campaigns for the November 8, 2025, Anambra State governorship election gather momentum, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is positioning the crucial poll as a significant test of its burgeoning strength and the viability of its newly formed coalition. The […]
Iran Orders Suspension of Cooperation with UN Nuclear Watchdog Amid Escalating Tensions Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the immediate suspension of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog. The directive, announced on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, follows a law overwhelmingly passed by the Iranian Parliament and ratified by […]
Anambra State Condemns Ogboji Killings, Vows Swift Justice for Victims The Anambra State Government has unequivocally condemned the brutal killing of at least 10 individuals in the Ogboji community, Orumba South Local Government Area, promising swift and thorough action to bring the perpetrators to justice. The heinous attack, which occurred on Monday evening, June 30, […]
ECOWAS Parliament Calls for Urgent Legal Framework on AI in West Africa The Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has called for the urgent development of a robust legal framework to govern Artificial Intelligence (AI) across the sub-region. The plea was made by the Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, Hadja Memounatou […]
Youths Set NDLEA Office Ablaze, Vandalize Emir’s Palace in Kwara Over Worsening Insecurity A wave of public anger over escalating insecurity and rampant kidnappings culminated in violent protests on Monday, June 30, 2025, in Lafiagi, headquarters of Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State. Irate youths set ablaze the office of the National Drug Law […]
MTN Boosts Digital Literacy in Borno, Donates 750 Tablets to Schools MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has significantly bolstered the digital literacy agenda in Borno State, donating 750 digital tablets to 15 secondary schools across the state. Each of the beneficiary schools received 50 tablets during a symbolic handover ceremony held in Maiduguri, the state capital, […]
Saint Lucian Senate President Declares Strong Ancestral Ties to Nigeria During Tinubu’s Historic Visit In a poignant acknowledgment of shared heritage, the President of the Saint Lucian Senate, Alvina Reynolds, has revealed that historical records confirm a significant portion of the island nation’s ancestors were traced directly to Nigeria. This revelation came on Monday, June […]
FG Urges Stronger Regional Ties to Transform Borders, Curb Conflicts The Federal Government has called for intensified regional collaboration among African nations to transform international borders from sources of conflict into conduits for peace, economic development, and integration. This appeal was made by the Director General of the National Boundary Commission (NBC), Adamu Adaji, during […]
2027 Ambition: Peter Obi Vows Single Term Presidency, Reaffirms Commitment to Zoning Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election, has confirmed his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election, making a striking pledge to serve for only one four-year term if elected. This declaration was made during an […]
N30 Million Up for Grabs as Senator Gbenga Daniel Hosts Annual Choir Festival Music enthusiasts and choral groups across Nigeria are gearing up for the highly anticipated “Asiwaju of Remo Christians Choir Festival,” hosted and sponsored by Senator Gbenga Daniel. This year’s edition of the annual competition boasts a total prize money of N30 million, […]
Coalition to Unseat Tinubu Will Fail, Sokoto Firmly Behind President – APC Chair The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sokoto State, Alhaji Isa Sadiq Achida, has confidently declared that any political coalition formed to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections is destined to fail. Achida asserted that the […]
APC Chieftain Warns Against ‘Nauseating’ VP Slot Tussle, Urges Focus on Governance A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has issued a stern warning to politicians, urging them to cease the premature jostling for the 2027 Vice Presidential slot and other positions, stating that such actions could significantly distract President Bola […]
NHIA Sanctions 49 Health Facilities, 47 HMOs Over Widespread Service Breaches The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced sanctions against 49 healthcare facilities and 47 Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) across Nigeria for various breaches of its operational guidelines. The punitive actions, revealed on Monday, June 30, 2025, follow extensive investigations into thousands of complaints […]
Top Iranian Cleric Issues Fatwa-Like Warning Against Anyone Harming Supreme Leader, Amidst Trump’s Rhetoric A senior Shia cleric in Iran, Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi, has issued a significant religious declaration stating that “any regime or individual threatening the leaders of the Islamic Ummah and acting on those threats qualifies as a Muharib” (one who […]
Edo APC Chieftain Warns UK-Based Influencer Over “Hate-Filled” Anti-Governor Posts A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Frankie Aire, has issued a stern caution to a social media influencer based in the United Kingdom, urging him to cease publishing what he described as “hate-filled content” and “scandalising” videos against the state […]