Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) announced that the Federal High Court has convicted 653 individuals in the ongoing mass trial of terrorism suspects. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Fagbemi stated that…
Minister of Works David Umahi has asserted that Peter Obi is not the finest presidential candidate from the South East, maintaining that the region possesses other capable politicians who could lead Nigeria. Umahi made the statement during an interview on…
There are concerns over a nationwide Labour strike as the Organized labour union has directed its state councils and civil society partners across Nigeria to initiate nationwide mobilization for potential industrial action following a deadlocked meeting with the Federal Government…
Twenty-four State Houses of Assembly have approved a proposed state police amendment bill to establish a dual policing system in Nigeria, reaching the required two-thirds threshold for constitutional modification. Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the President and Chairman of…
Amid quickly escalating France protests, French authorities face mounting pressure to restore order following chaotic scenes during last weekend’s massive demonstrations against the rising cost of living. Officials estimate the damage to retail establishments and public buildings at several hundred…
Iran has vowed to strike oil facilities, undersea cables, data centers, and artificial intelligence infrastructure across up to seven Gulf nations if US and Israel forces launch a new attack, according to Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has given the Federal Government until October 27, 2026, to review minimum wage, and meet its demands or face a potential nationwide shutdown of economic activity. NLC Acting General Secretary Benson Upah announced the deadline…
The Nigerian film industry has lost one of its familiar faces with the death of veteran actor Francis Duru, whose career spanned more than three decades and helped connect Nollywood’s early home-video era with its modern cinematic productions. Although Duru…
A collapsed two-storey building under construction killed one person and trapped several others on Friday in the Fadeyi neighborhood of Lagos State. Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), confirmed the incident in a…
Residents and business owners plunged into panic after a fire outbreak erupted at a commercial mall located along Ademola Adetokunbo Crescent in the Wuse II district of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. According to sources, the fire incident began at…
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), revealed that he held meetings with British government officials and the Nigerian diaspora during a visit to London. The former Anambra State governor explained that the discussions focused primarily…
Armed bandits have reportedly opened fire on a vehicle conveying passengers from Sokoto City, killing everyone on board, according to reports. The fatal attack occurred along the highway leading to Isa Local Government Area in Sokoto State. While the exact…
Amid France protests and as the country prepares for additional weekend demonstrations, Emmanuel Macron has criticized Donald Trump and other international figures for making “stupid comments” concerning the nation’s street protests for political gain. Speaking during a visit to Qatar,…
The State Houses of Assembly of Ekiti and Kebbi have formally backed the proposed constitutional amendment for the establishment of state police, with Ekiti passing the bill and Kebbi adopting a resolution endorsing decentralized policing to combat insecurity. Prior to…
Since October 7, 2023, Israel has experienced a profound strategic and political transformation. The Hamas assault and subsequent conflicts have not only hardened Israeli opposition to the establishment of a Palestinian state but have also fundamentally reshaped national perceptions of…