The war between the United States and Iran has entered a dangerous new phase. At a fundraising dinner in Washington, President Donald Trump issued a chilling warning: if Iran refuses peace or continues blocking the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. forces will “blow up” Kharg Island and Iran’s oil wells and power plants. The remark sent…
On March 23, 2026, Anambra State witnessed a fresh chapter in its political journey as Governor Chukwuma Soludo unveiled a new team to steer the state through his second term. The announcement carried more than just names it symbolized a deliberate blend of continuity, inclusivity, and reform. At the heart of the appointments was Mrs….
The corridors of power in Washington are buzzing. President Donald Trump has confirmed that King Charles III will visit the United States “very shortly,” despite unease in London over the escalating war in Iran. The visit, timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of American independence, promises grandeur parades in Washington, ceremonies in New York…
The Bigger Picture The Court of Appeal’s decision to nullify the PDP’s Ibadan convention has once again exposed the party’s deep internal fractures. For Nigeria’s main opposition, this is more than a procedural setback it’s a test of survival. Bukola Saraki’s intervention, urging leaders to abandon endless lawsuits and convene a fresh convention, is not…
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, says his priority is to provide purposeful leadership that will strengthen the All Progressives Congress (APC) and help secure victory for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. He made the statement during his first meeting with APC stakeholders following his recent move to the party. According…
In a dramatic scene inside a conference room, activist Omoyele Sowore openly confronted Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi. Sowore accused the minister of deploying police officers to intimidate and harass a businesswoman who claims Umahi has owed her ₦250 million for more than 12 years. The heated encounter drew attention to the unresolved debt…
A few months ago, Okpebholo publicly warned that Peter Obi should not enter Edo State without seeking permission, claiming his safety would not be assured if he did. Fast forward to today, the presidential aspirant visited Edo, where he reportedly faced an attack that nearly escalated into an assassination attempt. Source: Oriental Times
Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, is gearing up for a legal battle that could set the tone for how political prosecutions are perceived in Nigeria. He has filed an application before the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking to quash the criminal charge brought against him by the Department of State Services (DSS). The…
In the bustling council wards of Gwagwalada, anticipation hung heavy as residents awaited the outcome of a fiercely contested chairmanship election. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had gone head-to-head with the All Progressives Congress (APC), each determined to secure control of the area council. By the early hours of Sunday, the suspense finally broke. The…
