Football fans in Nigeria are anxiously awaiting FIFA’s decision on a controversial eligibility dispute involving the Super Eagles and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), following their dramatic African playoff final clash. Nigeria lost the decisive match 4–3 on penalties, a result that handed DR Congo a spot in the intercontinental playoffs scheduled […]
By Samson Elijah The Senate, on Tuesday, passed the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill, 2026, following a tense and rowdy session marked by heated debates and a division over key provisions of the new legislation. Proceedings in the upper chamber were momentarily stalled as lawmakers commenced clause-by-clause consideration of the bill. The […]
By Nkiruka Nnorom with agency reports United States has frozen the assets and properties of eight Nigerians accused of having links with Islamic sect – Boko Haram and Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, ISIL. The over 3,000 page document released at the weekend by the United States Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control, […]
Rev. Jesse Jackson, the iconic civil rights leader and activist, passed away on February 17, 2026. He was known for his tireless advocacy for social justice, equality, and civil rights, significantly impacting American society over several decades. Jackson was a prominent figure during the civil rights movement, working alongside leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King […]
By Hadiza Musa Mahdi Shehu has accused First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu of hostility toward Northern Muslims following reports of her comments on U.S. military strikes in Northern Nigeria. Reacting on X on Tuesday, Shehu said the reported remarks confirmed what, according to him, many people already believe about the First Lady. “If indeed Pastor Remi […]
By Francis Ugwu Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has explained why he did not join in the recent protest against the National Assembly alongside former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi. El-Rufai suggested that he would have joined the protest if he had been in Nigeria. This is even as he stressed […]
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced plans to deport an additional 18 Nigerians listed on its “worst-of-the-worst” criminal register, bringing the total number of Nigerians slated for removal to 97. The DHS website on Monday showed that 18 more names had been added, indicating an expansion of the ongoing enforcement exercise […]
By Ogaga Ariemu Former United States President, Barack Obama has made his first public statement following a controversial video shared by President Donald Trump that portrayed him and his wife, Michelle Obama, as apes. Obama, in a post on X on Saturday, made no reference to the video, which sparked widespread outrage and accusations of […]
By Nnamdi Ojiego • Says separatist push will hurt Christians most United States Congressman Riley M. Moore has rejected claims that the United States supports any move to break up Nigeria, warning that pushing separatist agendas would worsen insecurity and place Christian communities at greater risk. Moore made the remarks in a statement posted on […]
By Ochogwu Sunday The 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, Omoyele Sowore, has alleged that the US President, Donald Trump, praised Remi Tinubu because of the power of money.” DAILY POST reports that Trump on Thursday, acknowledged the presence of Tinubu’s wife as he spoke at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, DC. […]
Senate passes Electoral Act Amendment Bill
Remi Tinubu now open enemy of northern Muslims – Mahdi Shehu on Christmas bombing comment
Electoral Act: Why I didn’t join Peter Obi during protest – El-Rufai
US to Deport 18 Nigerians on ‘Worst-of-the-Worst’ criminal list
Alleged coup plotters bought 32 vehicles for covert operations
Late Fela Anikulapo Kuti becomes first African to receive posthumous Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
Nollywood actor Stanley Amandi arrested over alleged role in coup plot
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