North-West Emerges Key Battleground Ahead of 2027
Nigeria’s North-West geopolitical zone is shaping up as a decisive battleground ahead of the 2027 general elections, driven by its large voter base and long-standing political influence. According to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the zone has over 22 million registered voters about 23.8 per cent of the national total making it the largest […]
Analyst Faults NNPCL’s Refinery Deal With Chinese Firms
A public affairs analyst, Oghenetega Edafe, has criticised the recent partnership between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and Chinese firms to revive the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Edafe described the move as a continuation of what he called wasteful spending, noting that billions of dollars had […]
Senate Confirms Tegbe, Enikanolaiye as Ministers
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Joseph Tegbe as Minister of Power and Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. The confirmation came 24 hours after Bola Tinubu forwarded their nominations to the Senate for consideration. The request was conveyed in a letter read during plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Both nominees were […]
Iran Speaker Accuses US of Pressure Campaign
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has accused the United States of attempting to weaken Iran through economic pressure and media influence, warning that such actions could have wider consequences. Speaking on Wednesday, Ghalibaf said Washington was relying on what he described as inaccurate information to shape its policies toward Iran. “The enemy is very hopeful about economic […]
CNN Founder Ted Turner Dies at 87
Ted Turner, the US businessman who revolutionised television news with the launch of CNN, has died at the age of 87, the network announced on Wednesday. Turner, known for his bold personality and wide-ranging business ventures, had been living with Lewy Body Dementia, a progressive neurological disorder. He transformed global broadcasting in 1980 by founding […]
CCTV on Fuel Tanker Sparks Debate Online
A Nigerian man has stirred widespread reactions online after criticising the installation of CCTV cameras on a fuel tanker to monitor drivers’ activities. In a video circulating on X, the man argued that while the surveillance may protect the tanker owner’s business, it comes at the expense of drivers’ welfare. Speaking in Yoruba, he described […]
Senate Row Erupts Over New Leadership Eligibility Rule
Tension flared in the Senate on Wednesday following a heated exchange between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Adams Oshiomhole over amendments to the chamber’s standing rules. The clash occurred during plenary as lawmakers considered the adoption of Tuesday’s votes and proceedings, which included changes to rules governing eligibility for Senate leadership positions. Oshiomhole repeatedly attempted […]
BREAKING…. Protesters Storm MTN Office Over High Tariffs
Activists and protesters on Wednesday staged a demonstration at the headquarters of MTN Nigeria in Abuja, protesting what they described as high service costs and poor value for money. The protest was led by activist Omoyele Sowore, with demonstrators chanting slogans and accusing the telecommunications company of exploitative pricing practices. At the company’s premises, protesters […]
SERAP Rejects Court Ruling, Moves to Appeal N100m Defamation Damages
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has rejected a Federal Capital Territory High Court judgment ordering it to pay N100 million in damages to officials of the Department of State Services over alleged defamation, describing the ruling as flawed and a threat to civic space. Justice Yusuf Halilu of the FCT High Court in Abuja […]
Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation for Ministerial, NMDPRA Appointments
President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to confirm Engr. Joseph Tegbe as a minister and Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State. The President also requested approval for the appointment of Rabiu Abdullahi Umar as Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The nominations were conveyed in separate […]
