The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has initiated a legal case against the Joint Unions Action Committee of the Federal Capital Territory Administration following the ongoing indefinite strike embarked upon by FCTA workers. The matter is scheduled to be heard on Monday at the National Industrial Court in Abuja. Employees of both […]
The United States has formally completed its exit from the World Health Organisation (WHO), according to an announcement released by the White House on Thursday. The decision was linked to concerns over how the global health body handled the COVID-19 pandemic, alongside what US officials described as a long-standing failure to implement critical institutional reforms. […]
Confusion and concern have followed the discovery of heaps of human faeces at the office complex of the Chairman of Bende Local Government Area (LGA) in Abia State. The incident was disclosed by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Chairman of Bende LGA, Chimezie Princewill Okezie, who confirmed that the offensive substance […]
New Zealanders are preparing to head to the polls later this year as the nation faces economic stagnation and a notable rise in unemployment rates. The announcement comes at a time when the country is evaluating its progress under the centre-right government led by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. On January 21, 2026, Prime Minister Luxon […]
US President Donald Trump has intensified his statements regarding the potential acquisition of Greenland, emphasizing on social media that there is “no going back” and asserting that the island nation is “imperative” to the United States’ strategic interests. During a press briefing at the White House, Trump was asked about the extent of his commitment […]
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has publicly urged Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State to sign death warrants for convicted murderers, stressing that the enforcement of capital punishment could serve as a crucial deterrent against future violent crimes. The monarch’s appeal came in the wake of the shocking murder of Fatima Abubakar, a […]
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has raised serious concerns over North Korea’s ongoing nuclear production, stating that the country is generating enough nuclear material each year to construct up to 20 nuclear weapons. Speaking during a New Year press conference on Wednesday, Lee emphasized that Pyongyang’s nuclear ambitions could evolve into a significant global security […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will officially lift the restriction on public political campaigns on Wednesday ahead of the Ekiti State governorship election scheduled for June 20, 2026. The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Ekiti State, Dr. Bunmi Omoseyindemi, disclosed that all political parties cleared to participate in the election […]
The Federal Government has outlined a proposed total expenditure of N87.31bn for the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development and its affiliated agencies in the 2026 Appropriation Bill, with a clear emphasis placed on capital investment. A detailed review of the budget proposal indicates that N70.19bn, accounting for over 80 per cent of the total […]
President Donald Trump is set to deliver a high-profile address on Wednesday, aiming to convince Americans that he has a plan to make housing more affordable. However, the location for this speech has drawn attention for its apparent irony: the Swiss mountain town of Davos, where ski chalets can cost a staggering $4.4 million. Marking […]
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his commitment to impose tariffs on European nations that resist his push to acquire Greenland, asserting that he will follow through “100%” on his earlier threats. The announcement has drawn strong reactions from European allies, who are united in defending Greenland’s sovereignty. Denmark’s Foreign Minister emphasized that Greenland’s […]
Maiduguri witnessed visible anger and discontent on Monday following an incident at the North-East Zonal Public Hearing on the amendment of the All Progressives Congress (APC) constitution, where the image of Vice-President Kashim Shettima was noticeably absent from the official event banner. The development immediately sparked outrage among party delegates and stakeholders in attendance, many […]
The Lagos State Government has called on councillors representing the state’s 377 wards to actively discharge their oversight responsibilities and play a stronger role in advancing governance at the grassroots level. This charge was delivered by the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, during an onboarding and retreat programme organised for councillors in the state. The […]

