“My Hope Is Renewed”: Farouk Lawan Hails Tinubu For Presidential Pardon, Says ‘God And History Shall Remember You’

Former House of Representatives member, Farouk Lawan, has expressed deep gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for granting him a presidential pardon, describing the gesture as a divine act that has “renewed his hope” and restored his faith in Nigeria’s justice system.Lawan, who represented Bagwai/Shanono Federal Constituency of Kano State, was a prominent figure inContinueContinue reading ““My Hope Is Renewed”: Farouk Lawan Hails Tinubu For Presidential Pardon, Says ‘God And History Shall Remember You’”

BREAKING: Council of State Approves Amupitan as New INEC Chairman

The National Council of State on Thursday approved the appointment of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) from Kogi State as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), officially confirming SaharaReporters’ earlier exclusive report.The approval came during a high-level meeting presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja,ContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: Council of State Approves Amupitan as New INEC Chairman”

Kaduna Bleeds Again: Bandits Kill, Abduct as Women Farmers March Over Herdsmen Attacks

Bandits have struck again in Kaduna State, killing a man, abducting his mother, and leaving two others injured during a raid on Gimi Tasha village in Makarfi Local Government Area on Thursday morning.The attackers, who stormed the community around dawn, shot Uwais Yahaya dead before abducting his mother. Eyewitnesses said the gunmen ignored Yahaya’s wifeContinueContinue reading “Kaduna Bleeds Again: Bandits Kill, Abduct as Women Farmers March Over Herdsmen Attacks”

BREAKING: Tinubu Reportedly Gags Wike, Halts Monthly Press Briefings Over Rising Political Tension

Presidency uneasy over FCT minister’s outbursts, alleged misconductThe Presidency has reportedly stopped the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, from holding his monthly press briefings, following rising concerns over his frequent public outbursts and the growing political tension in Rivers State.According to reports, the decision was taken after senior government officials expressedContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: Tinubu Reportedly Gags Wike, Halts Monthly Press Briefings Over Rising Political Tension”

BREAKING: Police Arrest 12 Over Killing of Arise TV Staff, Security Guard in Abuja

Tinubu’s Order Triggers Swift Crackdown as Scorpion Squad Tracks Suspects with Digital IntelligenceThe Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested 12 suspected armed robbers in connection with the gruesome killing of Arise Television staff, Ms. Somtochukwu Christella Maduagwu, and a security guard, Mr. Barnabas Danlami, during a robbery attack at Unique Apartment, Gishiri Village,ContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: Police Arrest 12 Over Killing of Arise TV Staff, Security Guard in Abuja”

“We Don’t Clap Here, But You Deserve a Standing Ovation” — Akpabio Hails Ibori at Senate Inauguration

By Our ReporterAbuja – Thursday, October 9, 2025 Senate President Godswill Akpabio, on Wednesday, set tongues wagging after he openly praised former Delta State Governor, Chief James Onanefe Ibori, describing him as a “towering figure” in Nigeria’s political landscape.Speaking during the inauguration of newly elected senators, Akpabio said the chamber would have given Ibori aContinueContinue reading ““We Don’t Clap Here, But You Deserve a Standing Ovation” — Akpabio Hails Ibori at Senate Inauguration”

Atiku Backs Sowore’s #FreeNnamdiKanuNow Campaign, Plans Peaceful March To Aso Rock

Former VP calls Kanu’s detention a ‘stain on Nigeria’s conscience’ as Sowore mobilises leaders for October 20 protest Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has thrown his weight behind the campaign led by human rights activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, calling for the immediate release of the detainedContinueContinue reading “Atiku Backs Sowore’s #FreeNnamdiKanuNow Campaign, Plans Peaceful March To Aso Rock”

APC Tightens Grip Ahead of 2027: Two Opposition Governors Set to Defect as Party Secures Two-Third Majority in Senate

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is tightening its political grip ahead of the 2027 general elections, as two opposition governors—one from the Southeast and another from the North—are expected to defect to the party next week.Party insiders confirmed that the development is top on the agenda of the National Working Committee (NWC) meeting scheduledContinueContinue reading “APC Tightens Grip Ahead of 2027: Two Opposition Governors Set to Defect as Party Secures Two-Third Majority in Senate”

Argentina Humiliates Flying Eagles 4–0, Sends Nigeria Packing In Chile

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles were on Wednesday sent packing from the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile after suffering a humiliating 4–0 defeat to Argentina in their Round of 16 encounter at the Estadio Nacional.The South Americans, six-time world champions and tournament favourites, were simply unstoppable as they tore apart a disorganized Nigerian side thatContinueContinue reading “Argentina Humiliates Flying Eagles 4–0, Sends Nigeria Packing In Chile”

Dalung to Tinubu: Stop Blaming Past Governments, Buhari Once Flushed Out Chadian Rebels as GOC But Failed to Crush Insurgency as President

Former Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Solomon Dalung, has weighed in on Nigeria’s persistent insecurity, saying President Bola Ahmed Tinubu cannot continue to blame previous administrations while enjoying the privileges of power.Speaking in an interview with Trust TV, Dalung said every president inherits both the problems and benefits of office, stressing that leadership demandsContinueContinue reading “Dalung to Tinubu: Stop Blaming Past Governments, Buhari Once Flushed Out Chadian Rebels as GOC But Failed to Crush Insurgency as President”