DSS Denies Arresting, Detaining Miyetti Allah’s President
The Department of State Services (DSS) has stated the President of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, Bello Bodejo, who was reported to have been arrested over the creation of a vigilance group, Nomad’s Vigilante Group, was not in its custody. Dr Peter Afunanya who is the spokesperson of the DSS, said “Bello Bodejo is not with […]
American Companies Eager To Invest In Nigeria – Blinken
The U.S. Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, has assured that the country’s companies are ready to partner with and invest in the Nigerian economy. Blinken, who is currently on an African tour, made the remark in Abuja during his visit to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa on Tuesday. “American entrepreneurs and companies are […]
Boeing Groundings: United Airlines Hit By Financial Strain
A big U.S. airline has acknowledged a financial hiccups and is bracing for losses between January and March. The main culprit? They pointed to the Boeing 737 Max 9 jets getting grounded as the primary contributing factor. Following an incident where an unused door detached mid-flight, the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grounded 171 of […]
Former Australian PM Scott Morrison To Quit Politics
Australia’s former Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, has officially announced his resignation from parliament as he sets his sights on a new chapter in the private sector. Australia’s helm was guided by Mr. Morrison, a conservative stalwart since 2007, during his leadership stint from 2018 to 2022. His legacy encompasses steering the nation through the pandemic, […]
Trump, Haley Face Off In New Hampshire Primary
New Hampshire residents are participating in a consequential primary election on Tuesday, where Donald Trump contends with his last Republican adversary, Nikki Haley, at the polls. In a bid to significantly impact the campaign of ex-South Carolina governor Nikki Haley, former US President Trump is strategically working towards a knockout. Meanwhile, Haley pins her hopes […]
NSCDC Takes Down Four Illegal Refineries In Rivers Operation
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) conducted a successful operation, dismantling four illegal oil refining sites in Cawthome Channel One, situated in Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State. The corps reported that individuals believed to be involved in oil theft vandalized facilities, including pipes owned by Sahara Oil, extracting crude oil and […]
APC Hopefuls Skip Meeting With Aiyedatiwa Ahead Of Ondo Poll
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa spearheaded a crucial assembly on Monday, bringing together stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress and issuing a call for unified efforts to drive the party’s progress. Three weeks into his term as the seventh executive governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa convened a meeting with APC leaders on Monday, marking […]
Controversy As Sacked Plateau PDP Lawmakers Vow To Resume
Undeterred by their Court of Appeal removal, the 16 lawmakers elected on the Peoples Democratic Party ticket declared their readiness to resume legislative duties as the Plateau State House of Assembly resumes plenary today (Tuesday). The All Progressives Congress countered, maintaining that the lawmakers stay ousted, branding their proposed resumption as an ‘invitation to anarchy’ […]
Wike Affirms FG’s Action To Curb Poverty, Insecurity
FCT Minister, Mr. Nyesom Wike, underscores that the Federal Government is committed to bolstering the nation’s economy as part of its strategy to combat poverty, a fundamental contributor to insecurity. Wike, addressing the media in Abuja on Monday, drew a parallel between poverty and the economy, pointing out the inherent connection between poverty and criminality. […]
Our Goals Will Show Up Next Round – Peseiro
Jose Peseiro, coach in charge of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, explained that his team is preserving goals for the next stage of the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire. Africa Today News, New York, details that the Portuguese head coach conveyed these thoughts during a news conference on Monday in Abidjan, reflecting […]
Abuja Court Decision On Rivers 2024 Budget Met With Protest
In a surprising ruling on Monday, the Federal High Court in Abuja, led by Justice James Omotoso, invalidated the N800 billion budget signed into law by Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, compelling him to retable the budget before the legislature. In a show of dissent, civil society groups gathered at the Rivers State Government House […]
Cameroon Breaks New Ground With Malaria Vaccine Launch
Cameroon has officially commenced the globe’s first routine vaccination effort against malaria this Monday. According to Gavi, the global vaccine alliance, this year will see the introduction of the drug in one of the 20 African countries planning to do so. GSK’s groundbreaking RTS,S malaria vaccine, known as Mosquirix, garnered approval from the World Health […]