Tehran / Strait of Hormuz Iran’s military has warned it will attack United States forces if they enter the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions after former US President Donald Trump announced a plan to escort ships through the strategic waterway. The warning comes as negotiations between Washington and Tehran remain stalled following a ceasefire in […]
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Abuja, Nigeria Former Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Seriake Dickson, has formally welcomed former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi and former Kano State Governor Musa Kwankwaso into the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), describing the party as stable, united, and free from internal disputes. Speaking on Sunday during a reception held at his residence, Dickson said the
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Abuja, Nigeria As Nigerian workers marked this year’s Workers’ Day on May 1, the President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Festus Osifo, said increasing the minimum wage alone will not improve workers’ lives unless the value of the naira is also strengthened. He made this known during an appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning
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Every economy has its statistics—growth rates, inflation figures, employment data. But behind every number is a person. A worker. A story. On International Workers’ Day, we move beyond the metrics to recognize the human engine of progress: the millions of Nigerians whose daily efforts keep homes running, businesses alive, and the nation moving forward—often against
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Abuja, Nigeria The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has welcomed a Supreme Court ruling on its leadership tussle, describing the decision as a clear affirmation of the party’s structure and leadership. The verdict, delivered on Thursday in Abuja, set aside an earlier Court of Appeal order that had affected the recognition of the party’s executives. In
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Abuja, Nigeria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Mr Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Nigeria’s new Minister of Power, with the appointment now awaiting confirmation by the National Assembly. The nomination, officially transmitted to the Senate, follows the resignation of former Power Minister, Adebayo Adelabu, who stepped down to pursue elective political office. The Presidency disclosed
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Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria The Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has downplayed the political strength of former presidential candidate Peter Obi, saying the ex-Anambra governor cannot secure votes even in his home state ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television on Thursday, Okpebholo said the
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China Moves to Ban Drone Sales in Beijing Over Security Concerns Beijing China has announced a sweeping ban on the sale and use of drones in its capital, Beijing, as part of tighter security measures aimed at controlling low-altitude airspace. The new rules, which take effect on Friday, will prohibit the sale, rental, and importation
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Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced plans to reduce the excessive deployment of security personnel assigned to top government officials, as part of efforts to improve efficiency and cut unnecessary spending. Speaking on Thursday in Port Harcourt during an inspection of ongoing accommodation projects for commissioners and special advisers,
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Abuja, Nigeria The Supreme Court has nullified the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, and dismissed an appeal filed by the Taminu Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC), bringing a major legal chapter in the party’s leadership crisis to a close. In a majority judgment delivered on Thursday, Justice Stephen Adah
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