Akpabio’s Aide Resigns, Alleges Assault, Hostile Work Environment
By momodu favour Patty Etete, a former member of the House of Representatives, has resigned as senior legislative aide to the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, citing sustained hostility, alleged physical assaults, and administrative irregularities within the Senate President’s office. In a resignation letter dated 27 February, addressed to Mr Akpabio, Etete […]
180 Niger Communities Get 24-Hour Solar Power as Discos Hail Govt’s Renewable Push
By momodu favour No fewer than 180 communities in Niger State that endured more than a decade of erratic electricity supply are now enjoying uninterrupted 24-hour solar power, following a major renewable energy rollout by the state government. The initiative, spearheaded by Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, involved the deployment of solar mini-grids […]
4.3 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Gerash in Southern Iran
By momodu favour A magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck near Gerash city in southern Iran on Tuesday, raising concerns among residents in the area. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the tremor occurred at a shallow depth of approximately 10 kilometres, a factor that can make quakes more strongly felt at […]
BAT-IG Proposes Multi-Layered Succession Plan for Nigeria’s Leadership
The BAT Ideology Group (BAT-IG) has proposed a multi-layered succession plan aimed at creating a structured leadership system across all tiers of government, with the goal of sustaining governance continuity in Nigeria. The group said the initiative is designed to replicate the leadership philosophy of Bola Ahmed Tinubu by building a network of mentored leaders […]
Ronaldo Leaves Saudi Arabia for Madrid Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
Portuguese superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly travelled from Saudi Arabia to Spain as security concerns intensify across the Middle East following recent military action involving the United States and Israel. The Al-Nassr captain is said to have flown out of Riyadh late at night aboard his Bombardier Global Express 6500 private aircraft, valued at about […]
Host Communities Seek Direct Share from Oil-Producing States Derivation
Oil-producing communities in the Niger Delta have called on state governments to allocate a portion of the 13 per cent derivation revenue directly to host areas, arguing that the communities where crude oil is extracted should benefit more visibly from the funds. The demand was made by leaders of oil-bearing communities who said that although […]
FIFA begins 100-day countdown to 2026 World Cup, silent on Nigeria–DR Congo verdict
By momodu favour World football’s governing body, FIFA, on Tuesday officially launched the final 100-day countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, heightening global anticipation for what is set to be the biggest edition of the tournament in history. In a post on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, FIFA declared: “The […]
Armed Attacker Burning Military Vehicle Highlights Ongoing Security Concerns
A disturbing video now trending widely on social media shows an armed individual calmly recording himself as he sets what appears to be a military vehicle on fire. The footage, roughly one minute long, depicts the person displaying little concern for concealment while carrying out the act in an open area. Viewers who examined the […]