US Military Considering ‘Very Strong Option for Iran, Says Trump
US Military Considering ‘Very Strong Option for Iran, Says Trump President Donald Trump has announced that the U.S. military is preparing “very strong options” against Iran. This escalation comes in response to the Iranian government’s violent suppression of nationwide protests, which have resulted in the deaths of over 500 people. Trump […]
FG Budgets ₦41bn to Upgrade 109 Foreign Missions
FG Budgets ₦41bn to Upgrade 109 Foreign Missions The Federal Government of Nigeria has proposed an allocation of N41 billion in the 2026 budget specifically aimed at the extensive upgrade of 109 foreign missions. This initiative is designed to address the deteriorating state of Nigeria’s diplomatic assets abroad, covering the renovation, furnishing, […]
Armed Forces Day: Nigeria Government hails soldiers’ Sacrifices
Armed Forces Day: Nigeria Government hails soldiers’ Sacrifices The Federal Government and state governors across Nigeria held special commemorative services on January 11, 2026, to honor military personnel as part of the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day. Leaders emphasized that the peace and unity currently enjoyed by the nation were built […]
I’m Acting President of Venezuela, Boasts Trump
I’m Acting President of Venezuela, Boasts Trump President Donald Trump sparked international debate by posting a digitally altered image on Truth Social that depicted him as the “Acting President of Venezuela.” The image, which mimics a Wikipedia biography, lists him as the “incumbent” as of January 2026 and identifies Vice President JD […]
MDAs inject ₦3.5tn New Projects in 2026 Budget Despite FG’s Freeze
MDAs inject ₦3.5tn New Projects in 2026 Budget Despite FG’s Freeze An analysis of the 2026 Appropriation Bill has revealed that Federal Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) injected approximately N3.50 trillion for new projects into the budget. This move directly defies a Federal Government directive that explicitly froze the commencement of new capital […]
Rivers State Assembly Alleges Moves to Procure Out-of-State Judicial Injunctions
Rivers State Assembly Alleges Moves to Procure Out-of-State Judicial Injunctions The Rivers State House of Assembly has asserted that it has identified suspicious efforts by specific actors to engage High Courts beyond the Port Harcourt Judicial Division. According to the Assembly, these individuals are seeking ex-parte orders intended to obstruct the legislature from […]
Katsina Govt Justifies Planned Release of 70 Suspected Bandits to Sustain Peace Deal
Katsina Govt Justifies Planned Release of 70 Suspected Bandits to Sustain Peace Deal The Katsina State Government has justified plans to release 70 individuals detained over alleged involvement in banditry, describing the move as a strategic step to preserve a fragile peace agreement with armed groups operating across the state. The Commissioner for Internal Security […]
Jigawa LG Chairman Confirms Direct Federal Allocations
Jigawa LG Chairman Confirms Direct Federal Allocations The recent confirmation by Local Government Chairmen in Jigawa State, most notably Hon. Shuaibu Hambali of Taura LGA, marks a historic turning point in Nigeria’s quest for grassroots fiscal autonomy. By acknowledging the receipt of federal allocations directly into council accounts, these leaders have […]
Army Dismisses Report on COAS Raising the Alarm Over Pipeline Vandalism During Port Harcourt Visit
The Nigerian Army has rejected claims that the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, raised concerns over rising pipeline vandalism in the Niger Delta during his recent visit to Port Harcourt, describing the report as misleading and malicious. In a statement issued on Saturday by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, […]