In a landmark move against terrorism, the Federal Government of Nigeria will on Thursday arraign two globally wanted commanders of Jama’atu Ansarul Muslimeena Fii Bilaadis Sudan (Ansaru), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated terrorist network, before the Federal High Court in Abuja.The defendants, Mahmud Muhammed Usman (also known as Abu Bara’a or Abbas Mukhtar), from Okene Local Government AreaContinue reading "BREAKING: Nigerian Govt Drags Captured Ansaru Commanders to Court on 32-Count Terrorism Charges"
INEC Endorses David Mark-Led Faction as Authentic Leaders of ADC Amid Fierce Party Battle
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially recognized the David Mark-led faction as the authentic leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), putting to rest months of internal wrangling and political intrigue within the party.According to a publication on its official website, the electoral umpire confirmed former Senate President, David Mark, as the party’sContinue reading "INEC Endorses David Mark-Led Faction as Authentic Leaders of ADC Amid Fierce Party Battle"
BREAKING: National Grid Collapses Again — Blackout Hits 11 States, FCT in Midday Meltdown
Nigeria was on Wednesday plunged into yet another wave of darkness as the national electricity grid collapsed, throwing 11 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) into a sudden blackout.The system failure, which occurred at 12:25 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10, triggered a sharp drop of about 50 megawatts, leaving millions of households, businesses, andContinue reading "BREAKING: National Grid Collapses Again — Blackout Hits 11 States, FCT in Midday Meltdown"
EXPOSED: Jonathan/Bala Mohammed 2027 Campaign Posters Flood Internet — Tension Rises in Aso Rock
The political atmosphere in Nigeria is heating up as campaign posters featuring former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan and Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed for the 2027 presidential race have surfaced online, sparking nationwide debate and fueling speculation about Jonathan’s imminent return to the ballot.The posters, which have gone viral across multiple social media platforms, boldlyContinue reading "EXPOSED: Jonathan/Bala Mohammed 2027 Campaign Posters Flood Internet — Tension Rises in Aso Rock"
SERAP BLASTS AKPABIO: “LET NATASHA RESUME NOW OR STOP TRAMPLING DEMOCRACY”
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has issued a blistering call on the Senate, led by President Godswill Akpabio, to immediately reinstate Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central, insisting her suspension has lapsed and that her right to resume legislative duties must be respected without further delay.In a strongly worded statement released Tuesday night,Continue reading "SERAP BLASTS AKPABIO: “LET NATASHA RESUME NOW OR STOP TRAMPLING DEMOCRACY”"
BLOODBATH IN ONITSHA MARKET: SOLUDO ORDERS ARREST, PROSECUTION OF OCHA BRIGADE OFFICERS OVER DEADLY SHOOTING
Onitsha, the bustling commercial heartbeat of Anambra, was thrown into chaos on Tuesday as operatives of the Operation Clean and Healthy Anambra (OCHA) Brigade reportedly opened fire during enforcement operations near the Emeka Offor Plaza in Onitsha Main Market, leaving one woman dead and several others injured.Eyewitnesses described scenes of pandemonium as traders and shoppersContinue reading "BLOODBATH IN ONITSHA MARKET: SOLUDO ORDERS ARREST, PROSECUTION OF OCHA BRIGADE OFFICERS OVER DEADLY SHOOTING"
STRIKE SUSPENDED: NUPENG, IPMAN FORCE DANGOTE REFINERY TO RECOGNISE WORKERS’ UNION RIGHTS
By Our Correspondent In a dramatic twist to Nigeria’s fuel supply crisis, the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) on Tuesday suspended its nationwide strike after extracting a landmark concession from Dangote Refinery: the recognition of workers’ rights to unionise.The truce followed marathon negotiations brokered by the Department of State Services (DSS),Continue reading "STRIKE SUSPENDED: NUPENG, IPMAN FORCE DANGOTE REFINERY TO RECOGNISE WORKERS’ UNION RIGHTS"
2027 POWER GAME: Jonathan’s Rumoured Comeback Splits PDP, Sparks Fierce Battle Across South-South
The storm over the 2027 presidential election has taken a dramatic twist as the reported ambition of former President Goodluck Jonathan tears through the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the South-South, pitching heavyweights, loyalists, and regional blocs against one another. While some stakeholders insist Jonathan should not contest against President Bola Tinubu, a wave ofContinue reading "2027 POWER GAME: Jonathan’s Rumoured Comeback Splits PDP, Sparks Fierce Battle Across South-South"
NEPAL IN FLAMES: GEN Z REVOLT OVER SOCIAL MEDIA BAN LEAVES PARLIAMENT IN RUINS, EX-FIRST LADY DEAD
By International Desk Kathmandu is burning. Nepal has been plunged into one of the bloodiest uprisings in its history as furious Gen Z protesters torched parliament, stormed government offices, and forced the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli after a sweeping ban on Facebook, Instagram, and other social platforms ignited nationwide chaos.At least 19Continue reading "NEPAL IN FLAMES: GEN Z REVOLT OVER SOCIAL MEDIA BAN LEAVES PARLIAMENT IN RUINS, EX-FIRST LADY DEAD"
Rivers Crisis Deepens: Supreme Court Never Sanctioned LG Polls Under Military Rule – Inko-Tariah
By ZeeUpdates As Rivers State inches toward the end of its six-month emergency rule, fresh controversies are rocking the political landscape. Former media aide to ex-Governor Nyesom Wike, Mr. Opunabo Inko-Tariah, has accused the Federal Government of abusing constitutional provisions and manipulating the state’s democratic institutions for political gain.Speaking to journalists on Monday, Inko-Tariah blastedContinue reading "Rivers Crisis Deepens: Supreme Court Never Sanctioned LG Polls Under Military Rule – Inko-Tariah"
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