August 12, 2025

Politics

Politics

World Reacts with Shock, Fear and Division After US Strike on Iran’s Nuclear Sites

Washington, Tehran, Tel Aviv, June 2025The world was jolted awake this morning as the United States carried out a military strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, prompting swift reactions across global capitals. From urgent diplomatic warnings to public praise, the fallout is already reshaping international conversations. In Tehran, panic and disbelief spread among citizens. Air raid

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Farming General Politics

Sanwo-Olu Champions Urban Farming to Empower Women and Strengthen Household Nutrition

Lagos, June 22, 2025 – Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called for increased adoption of urban agriculture as a viable tool to empower women, enhance household nutrition, and promote food security across the state. Speaking at a public engagement on sustainable development, the Governor emphasised that urban farming offers practical solutions to the economic

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Diplomatic Relations General Politics

Nigeria and Benin Forge Historic Integration Deal as Presidents Tinubu and Talon Champion Regional Reform

Abuja, June 22, 2025 – Nigeria and the Republic of Benin have taken a significant step toward deeper regional integration and economic collaboration with a newly signed bilateral agreement aimed at advancing trade, infrastructure, and border management. The accord was inked in Abuja by Nigeria’s Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, alongside

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General Politics

Keyamo Pans Atiku‑El‑Rufai Party Registration, Dismisses Claims of Coalition

Abuja, June 21, 2025 – Aviation Minister and prominent APC spokesperson, Festus Keyamo, has debunked the notion that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Kaduna Governor Nasir El‑Rufai are forming a coalition through the registration of a new party known as the All Democratic Alliance (ADA). Keyamo characterized the move as “nothing more than an application

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Politics Politics

Atiku, El-Rufai Lead Formation of New Political Party, All Democratic Alliance, Under National Opposition Coalition

In a significant development within Nigeria’s evolving political landscape, a new political party known as the All Democratic Alliance (ADA) has been unveiled by a coalition of key opposition figures, led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Kaduna State governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai. The formation of the party comes under the platform of

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General Politics

Peter Obi Criticises President Tinubu Over Omission of Yelwata Visit During Benue Trip Amid Ongoing Killings

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, has openly criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for failing to visit Yelwata, a community in Benue State plagued by recent violent attacks, during his official trip to the state. Obi described the president’s excuse of poor road infrastructure as insufficient and insensitive, given the gravity

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Health Politics

Lagos District IV Rallies Stakeholders Across 10 Councils to Revamp Primary Healthcare Delivery

Lagos, June 20, 2025 – In a bold move to strengthen grassroots healthcare services, Lagos State District IV has engaged key stakeholders across ten Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) to improve the performance and accessibility of Primary Health Centres (PHCs). The engagement session, held in Lagos, brought together local government

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Judiciary Politics

FCT High Court Grants Bail to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Amid Trial

The Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Maitama on Thursday granted bail to suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central Senatorial District. The court set her bail at N50 million, with the presiding judge, Justice Chizoba Orji, rejecting the Federal Government’s application to remand the senator in custody during the pendency of her

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Politics

Iran Has Launched 370 Missiles Since Start of Conflict – Military Sources

June 16, 2025 Military intelligence sources have confirmed that Iran has fired at least 370 missiles since the outbreak of hostilities with Israel, marking one of the most intense missile offensives in recent Middle Eastern conflicts. The missile launches, which began in the early days of the escalation, have targeted various strategic and military positions,

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General Politics

North-East APC Leaders Rally in Gombe to Endorse VP Shettima for Second Term

Gombe, Nigeria – June 15, 2025 Top chieftains and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the North-East geopolitical zone converged in Gombe State on Saturday in a strategic move to endorse Vice President Kashim Shettima for a second term in office. The gathering, which took place at the Gombe International Conference Centre, drew

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