Former Governor of Zamfara State and serving senator, Abdulaziz Yari, has said that Nigeria is more deserving of the label “God’s own country” than the United States, insisting that the nation has survived multiple crises only through divine intervention and the resilience of its people. Speaking during an event where he addressed political leaders […]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Ekiti State, Dare Bejide, has declared that the party is fully prepared to win the June 20, 2026 governorship election, expressing strong confidence that the ADC will form the next government in the state. Bejide, a former Nigerian High Commissioner to Canada, made the declaration on […]
In a renewed effort to curb Nigeria’s rising insecurity, the Senate on Wednesday pushed forward a bill seeking to impose the death penalty on kidnappers and anyone who finances, supports, or facilitates kidnapping operations. The proposal was debated extensively during plenary as lawmakers considered amendments to the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act 2022. Leading the […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a major review of its cash policy framework, removing all restrictions on cash deposits and significantly increasing weekly withdrawal limits for individuals and corporate organisations. The new directive, contained in a circular titled “Revised Cash-Related Policies” and signed by Dr. Rita Sike, Director of the Financial […]
In a decisive move aimed at consolidating discipline within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the party’s newly constituted National Working Committee (NWC), led by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, has formally issued certificates of expulsion to 11 senior members, including former Rivers State Governor and current FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, […]
Lagos has welcomed what is being described as Africa’s largest home-and-lifestyle showroom, ORCA Mall, in a grand opening at Eko Atlantic City on Victoria Island. The sprawling facility spans approximately 30,000 square meters and houses a wide range of retail offerings, making it a landmark addition to Nigeria’s retail and lifestyle sector. ORCA Mall […]
Former Honduran President, Juan Orlando Hernández has been granted full pardon by U.S. President, Donald J. Trump, ending his sentence for a major drug-trafficking conviction. Hernández had been serving a 45-year term at a high-security federal prison in West Virginia after being found guilty in 2024 of conspiring to smuggle hundreds of tons of […]
The Kogi State Police Command have announced an immediate ban on the sale, distribution, and use of all forms of fireworks across the state, citing security and safety concerns as the festive season approaches. In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP William Aya, the command warned that items such as […]
Shooting Stars head coach, Nurudeen Aweroro, has expressed strong confidence that his team will secure victory over Remo Stars when both sides meet in Ibadan for their rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League fixture. Speaking ahead of the match, Aweroro said he believes 3SC have regained momentum and are prepared to take full advantage of […]
STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday in Abuja, donated N200 million to the Nigerian Legion, assuring that the government will give more attention to the well-being of the military, injured officers, and the families of fallen heroes. The President of the Senate, Sen. Godswill Akpabio, and the Deputy Speaker of […]
