Former National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Northwest Zone, Salihu Lukman, has called on ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo to spearhead the formation of a united opposition party comprising Nigeria’s past leaders. According to Lukman, the initiative is essential to challenge President Bola Tinubu and the APC in the 2027 elections. Reacting to a…
Prominent Nigerian lawyer and author Dele Farotimi, currently detained in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, has firmly denied claims of orchestrating any form of mediation or apology in the ongoing legal battle involving Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Afe Babalola. His attorney, Tope Temokun, recently clarified these matters during an appearance on Inside Sources with Laolu Akande….
The Action People’s Party (APP) has taken a legal stance by requesting the court to annul the results of the recently concluded local government elections in Rivers State. The party’s challenge centers on claims of irregularities that allegedly marred the process, rendering the declared victories of its candidates invalid. In its submission, the APP cited…
Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Wale Edun, has disclosed plans to address the N13 trillion shortfall in the proposed 2025 budget through borrowing. This was revealed after a Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The 2025 budget, valued at N48 trillion, projects a revenue of…
The Federal Government of Nigeria is taking bold steps to address longstanding inefficiencies in the justice sector by introducing a centralised national database. This initiative, spearheaded by the Solicitor General of the Federation and Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Justice, Mrs. Beatrice Jedy-Agba, aims to revolutionize the country’s legal framework by leveraging advanced…
Archbishop Okpala The unexplained disappearance of retired Archbishop of the Niger Province and Bishop of Nnewi, Most Rev. Godwin Okpala, has sparked anxiety and deep concerns among residents of Anambra State. Okpala, aged 75, along with his driver, went missing on Friday, December 6, while traveling to Umuchu in Aguata Local Government Area. Reports indicate…
Bread has long been a cornerstone of diets worldwide, including in Nigeria, where it serves as a quick, affordable meal option. However, recent studies have unveiled alarming health risks associated with bread consumption in Nigeria. Researchers have identified significant levels of potassium bromate—a banned food additive—and hazardous trace metals in bread sold across various Nigerian…
The 2024 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards, held in the vibrant city of Marrakech, Morocco, celebrated the best talents in African football. The glittering ceremony honored individuals and teams who left a lasting mark on the sport, showcasing Africa’s footballing excellence on the global stage. A Celebration of Excellence This year’s awards highlighted extraordinary…
In a grand ceremony held in Marrakech, Morocco, Nigerian footballer Ademola Lookman has been crowned the 2024 African Player of the Year by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Lookman’s victory highlights an exceptional year for the Atalanta forward, whose outstanding performances captivated fans across Europe and Africa. Lookman’s exploits throughout 2024 solidified his place…
The leader of the United Kingdom’s Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch, has firmly defended her past remarks about Nigeria, asserting her commitment to speaking candidly about her experiences and refusing to serve as a public relations figure for the country. Badenoch, born in London to Nigerian Yoruba parents in 1980, spent part of her childhood in…
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