On Foreign News, Donald Trump said he trusts Vladimir Putin to honor a Ukraine ceasefire, contradicting UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s warning that a deal without US security guarantees could allow Russia to invade again. Meeting in Washington, Starmer presented Trump with a letter from King Charles III inviting him […]
News
Rivers awaits legal briefing to act on Supreme Court ruling — Fubara
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has acknowledged the Supreme Court ruling affirming Martin Amaewhule and 26 others as valid members of the State House of Assembly. In a statement by Commissioner for Information Joe Johnson, Fubara said he is reviewing the ruling’s implications before deciding on the next steps. While […]
RAMADAN BEGINS AS SAUDI ARABIA CONFIRMS CRESCENT MOON SIGHTING
Saudi Arabia has announced that the holy month of Ramadan begins today, Saturday, March 1, following the sighting of the crescent moon. The Saudi Royal Court confirmed that Taraweeh prayers were held last night at Masjid Bin Bāz after Esha prayer. Other countries, including Qatar and Oman, have also declared […]
ECOWAS court dismisses suits on Kudirat Abiola’s assassination
The ECOWAS Court of Justice on Friday dismissed a lawsuit filed against the Nigerian government over the 1996 assassination of Kudirat Abiola, wife of late MKO Abiola. The suit, brought by Khalifa Abiola, Moriam Abiola, and Hadi Abiola, alleged that the government failed to hold those responsible accountable. However, the […]
Shettima reaffirms Tinubu’s commitment to economic inclusion
Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the Tinubu administration’s commitment to economic growth, digital transformation, and job creation in Nigeria. Speaking at the graduation of Senior Executive Course 46 at NIPSS, Jos, Shettima emphasized policies aimed at youth empowerment, poverty reduction, and digital economy expansion. He highlighted initiatives such as […]
N47bn fraud: EFCC arraigns ex-Abia gov Orji, son, three others
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arraigned former Abia State Governor, Theodore Orji, along with four others, over alleged misappropriation of ₦47 billion. The defendants, including Orji’s son, Chinedum Orji, and three former government officials, appeared before the Abia State High Court on Friday. They face a 16-count […]
ONITSHA ROYAL COUNCIL DEMANDS Inspector General of Police TAKE OVER in JUSTICE AZUKA MURDER CASE
The Ime Obi Royal Council of Onitsha Kingdom, Anambra State, has called on the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to take over the investigation into the murder of Justice Azuka, a lawmaker representing Onitsha North 1 Constituency. Azuka was abducted on December 24, 2024, and his body was found […]
Tinubu Signs Record ₦54.99 Trillion 2025 Budget Into Law
President Bola Tinubu has signed the ₦54.99 trillion 2025 Appropriation Bill into law, nearly doubling the 2024 budget. The bill, initially proposed at ₦49.7 trillion, was revised upward by the National Assembly before approval on February 13. A breakdown shows ₦23.96 trillion for capital expenditure, ₦14.32 trillion for debt servicing, […]
Notable Anambra Community Leader, Barr. Madu Lauds Governor Soludo’s Security Efforts
Notable Anambra Community Leader, Barr. Madu Lauds Governor Soludo’s Security Efforts By Obiora MaduAwka… 28/2/25 A community leader in Anambra State, Barr. Nonso Madu, has again eulogised Governor Chukwuma Soludo for his giant strides and unprecedented achievements in all sectors of the economy. Speaking to Government House correspondents in Awka […]
Vatican Says Pope Francis Showing ‘Slight Improvement.
Pope Francis showed further improvement on Wednesday, the Vatican said, although it cautioned that “the prognosis remains reserved” for the 88-year-old fighting pneumonia. The Argentine pope was originally admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital with breathing difficulties and bronchitis, but his condition subsequently deteriorated, sparking widespread concern among Catholics. Respiratory attacks […]