Trump suspends planned US and Israeli strikes on Iran amid expectations of diplomatic breakthrough

President Donald Trump says the US has halted plans for a big military strike against Iran after getting assurances that discussions on a broader agreement are nearing completion. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump stated that the US military was fully prepared to launch an attack on the Islamic Republic but decided … Read more

Police are investigating a viral video alleging that officers assaulted a Lagos gold vendor

The Lagos State Police Command has launched an inquiry into a viral video showing police officers allegedly assaulting a gold seller in Lagos’ Festac neighbourhood. The incident, which purportedly occurred on Friday, received considerable attention on Saturday after the victim posted recordings stating that he was assaulted by officers while delivering a gold necklace to … Read more

‎Ebonyi PWDs protest maltreatment, demand subvention, and disability law approval

Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Ebonyi State have protested claimed neglect by the state government, seeking monthly subventions, welfare support, and speedy assent to the Disability Bill, which has already been enacted by the State House of Assembly. The protesters, who held a peaceful demonstration in Abakaliki, also objected to a vacation order issued by … Read more

Over 400 Ebonyi retirees petition Gov. Nwifuru to pay unpaid pension and gratuity

More than 400 pensioners from Ebonyi State University, EBSU, have petitioned Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru to intercede in the payment of their unpaid pensions and gratuities, citing years of hardship after retirement. The retirees made the appeal on Wednesday during a courtesy visit to Rev. Fr. Abraham Nwali, Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the University’s … Read more

APC is like Prophet Noah’s ark, says Governor Namadi

Malam Umar Namadi, the governor of Jigawa State, has said that joining the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is like boarding Prophet Noah’s Ark. Governor Namadi made the statement after meeting with Hon. Kabiru Ibrahim, the Minority Leader of the Jigawa State House of Assembly, who defected from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to … Read more

Yilwatda threatens political appointees to either mobilise for the APC or resign

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has cautioned political appointees in President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet that they must actively support and mobilise for the party or resign their jobs. Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, the party’s National Chairman, issued the warning on Wednesday in Abuja while meeting with members of the Progressive Local Government Chairmen’s Forum, which was … Read more

Osun Guber We are ready to conduct credible elections, says INEC chairman Prof Amupitan

Professor Joash Ojo Amupita, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has informed stakeholders that the commission is logistically, technically, and operationally prepared to conduct a credible governorship election in Osun State on August 15, 2026. He noted that INEC will conduct a credible election in accordance with the Electoral Act of 2026 and … Read more

‘It’s APC’s handwork,’ says Bala-led NNPP on INEC acceptance of Major’s NWC

The New Nigerian Peoples Party, or NNPP, has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress, or APC, and the Tinubu government of using every possible strategy to destabilise the party. Currently, the NNPP is divided into two competing factions: one loyal to Rabiu Kwankwaso and the Kwankwasiya Movement, and another led by Dr Boniface Aniebonam and … Read more

Fight and defeat terrorists, not the opposition – ADC

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised President Bola Tinubu for stating that he was willing to ‘fight to the finish’ politically. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party argued that Tinubu should focus his resolve on terrorists, robbers, and kidnappers rather than the opposition. The ADC stated that, … Read more

Our father dedicated his life to Nigeria’s unity and stability – Gen. Aguiyi Ironsi’s family

The family of Nigeria’s first Head of State, Major General Thomas Aguiyi-Ironsi, has stated that their late father was a loyal soldier who dedicated his life to Nigeria’s unity and stability. The family made the statement on Wednesday at the Aguiyi-Ironsi Cenotaph in Umuahia, during a wreath-laying ceremony commemorating Maj.-Gen. Ironsi’s death on the 60th … Read more