Tinubu Replies Trump Over Religious Freedom President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has responded to U.S. President Donald Trump, reaffirming that Nigeria remains a democracy built on religious freedom. Tinubu replied that the claims by Trump misrepresent Nigeria, stressing that his administration protects the rights of citizens across all faiths. Tinubu Replies Trump: Nigeria Upholds Religious Tolerance…
The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of Deputy Speaker Samaila Bagudu by armed bandits in Bagudo town on Friday night. According to Police Public Relations Officer Nafiu Abubakar, the lawmaker was taken shortly after completing his evening prayers. However, security teams immediately moved into action to track down the attackers. In addition,…
The PDP crisis has taken a dramatic new twist as a faction loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, suspended the Acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, and five other members of the National Working Committee (NWC). The decision, announced on Saturday in Abuja, further exposes the growing division threatening Nigeria’s main…
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been declared the winner of Tanzania’s presidential election, securing another term amid protests and unrest across the country.The electoral commission confirmed on Saturday that she won 98% of votes in Wednesday’s poll, consolidating her leadership in East Africa’s second-largest economy.Read more about Tanzania’s recent elections on BBC News. President Samia…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged President Bola Tinubu to cancel the 15% fuel import duty, saying it will worsen the cost of living for Nigerians.In a Friday statement, the party said the new policy will push fuel prices higher and increase the hardship citizens already face.Read more on Nigeria’s energy policies via BBC…
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has achieved a major victory in its long-standing arbitration battle against the Spanish-led Grupo Unidos por el Canal (GUPC) consortium. The international tribunal ruled that GUPC must refund US$265 million to the ACP, effectively ending years of disputes over cost overruns and poor-quality materials. This decision not only restores funds…
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan secured a sweeping victory in the national election, winning more than 65% of the vote. Her win comes despite deadly protests that erupted in various cities before and after polling. She thanked voters in a televised address and urged calm and unity across the country. Promising them a better tenor…
The United States government, under President Donald Trump, has placed Nigeria on a religious watchlist over alleged killings of Christians. According to reports from Washington, the move could trigger foreign aid cuts and economic sanctions if the Nigerian government fails to curb the violence. FG Rejects Trump’s Remark The Federal Government of Nigeria has rejected…
Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged the federal government to reform Nigeria’s agricultural sector. He emphasized that such reforms are crucial to achieving food security and driving economic growth. Obi made this call during the Sahel Food Systems Changemakers Conference 2025 held in Abuja. Nigeria’s Untapped Agricultural…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged the newly appointed Service Chiefs to end Nigeria’s long-standing security challenges. He emphasized that the nation can no longer tolerate the crisis that began in 2009. The President gave this directive during the decoration ceremony of the Service Chiefs at the State House in Abuja. Tinubu Calls for Patriotism…
