President Bola Tinubu has declared that Nigeria’s economy is recovering from a period of uncertainty, telling Nigerians both at home and abroad that the country has “come out of the dark tunnel.” Speaking at an exhibition in the United Kingdom as part of his ongoing state visit, Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to rebuilding confidence…
Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has granted state pardons to 12 convicted inmates ahead of the Eid al-Fitr celebrations. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Thursday in Dutse, the state capital, by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Bello Fanini. According to the statement, the decision followed recommendations from the…
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has called on the Nigerian military to take a more proactive stance in the fight against terrorism following deadly bomb blasts in Maiduguri, Borno State. He made the appeal on Wednesday while announcing Friday as Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan. His remarks come after twin explosions in…
U.S. President Donald Trump has revealed that he cautioned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against launching strikes on Iran’s gas infrastructure, as tensions escalate over attacks on energy facilities. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump said he personally advised Netanyahu to avoid targeting Iran’s gas fields. “I did. I told him, don’t do that, and…
Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, recalled his time in the United Kingdom during the country’s pro-democracy struggle, revealing that his home was once placed under police protection after threats from agents of the military regime. Speaking on Wednesday night, March 18, at a state banquet hosted by King Charles III at Windsor Castle, Tinubu thanked Britain…
Asake, born Ahmed Ololade, has revealed that his father strongly opposed his decision to pursue a career in music. The singer made the disclosure during a recent interview with YouTuber Korty EO, noting that the disagreement created a strain in their relationship. Despite his father’s objections, Asake said he chose to follow his passion. He…
U.S. civil rights leader Cesar Chavez, widely known for championing farm workers’ rights, has been accused of sexual abuse. Dolores Huerta, who co-founded the United Farm Workers alongside Chavez, alleged that in the 1960s he “manipulated and pressured” her into a sexual relationship and, on another occasion, forced her. In a statement published online, Huerta…
A Magistrates’ Court in Abuja has ordered a businessman, Musa Ibrahim, to sweep Amir Mosque premises in Wuse II for one month for stealing electrical cables. Magistrate Lami Sani sentenced Ibrahim after he pleaded guilty to charges of mischief and theft. Before the sentencing on Tuesday, Ibrahim begged for leniency and promised never…
The Pentagon has reportedly sought $200 billion to support military operations in Iran as President Trump weighs the possibility of deploying thousands of additional troops to the region. The request follows a study estimating that the United States spent about $3.7 billion—roughly $891.4 million per day—during the first 100 hours of Operation Epic Fury, with…
Chukwuma Soludo has dismissed all political appointees in his administration, instructing them to hand over responsibilities to Permanent Secretaries or the most senior civil servants in their respective ministries, departments, and agencies. The decision came just one day after he was sworn in for a second term. The directive was announced in a statement signed…
