Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has officially left the All Progressives Congress (APC). On Monday, he announced his decision to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP) through a post on his verified Facebook page. According to El-Rufai, he resigned from the APC after consulting his mentors, colleagues, and supporters. He admitted that the move…
Chelsea secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over Leicester City at Stamford Bridge, strengthening their push for a top-four finish. A brilliant goal from Marc Cucurella made the difference, earning the Blues all three points. Chelsea Dominates Early but Misses Penalty The home side started with intensity, controlling possession and pushing forward. Despite their dominance, they…
The Nigerian Army has arrested 29 people for oil theft and recovered over 212,000 litres of stolen fuel. This is part of its ongoing fight against illegal oil activities in the Niger Delta. How the Army Carried Out the Operations Between March 3 and 9, 2025, soldiers raided several locations. As a result, they shut…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has invited Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, and other lawmakers for a crucial meeting. This comes after the recent Supreme Court ruling. In an official letter, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) confirmed the governor’s decision. The meeting will focus on key issues. First, they…
Football fans are in for an exciting Sunday as top teams battle for crucial points in both the Premier League and La Liga. In England, Chelsea take on Leicester City at Stamford Bridge, while Tottenham go up against Bournemouth. Both matches kick off at 15:00 GMT. Later, the focus shifts to Old Trafford, where Manchester…
Dr. Doyin Okupe, a well-known political strategist and former presidential aide, has died at the age of 72. His family confirmed his passing on Friday. He held key government positions, including Special Assistant on Media and Publicity for President Olusegun Obasanjo and Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs for President Goodluck Jonathan. During the 2023…
Ukrainian President Zelensky arrived in Brussels for a summit with European leaders after a Russian missile strike killed four in his hometown. He thanked EU leaders for their support, emphasizing unity amid the ongoing war. The attack targeted a hotel previously hit five months ago, but humanitarian workers, including UK and US citizens, had left…
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Diaspora and NGOs, has again submitted a sexual harassment petition against Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary. This time, she presented it on behalf of her constituents, led by Zubairu Yakubu. After receiving the petition, Akpabio asked if any legal barriers prevented its acceptance. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan…
The latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking, released on March 6, 2025, confirms that Nigeria’s Super Falcons have retained their global position. At the same time, they remain the top-ranked team in Africa. This achievement once again highlights their dominance in women’s football. Global Standings and Notable Changes On the global stage, the United States continues…
The Federal Government has revealed plans to reduce the number of correctional facilities in Nigeria. Currently, there are 256 custodial centers, but officials believe not all are necessary. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja, the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, explained that some prisons operate at only 30% to…