Nigerians Facing Severe Hardship, Challenging Times – Sultan
Sultan of Sokoto and leader of Muslims in Nigeria, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has informed the President Bola Tinubu led-Federal Government that Nigerians were increasingly frustrated by poverty and hunger. He also challenged political officeholders in the country to rise to their responsibilities of protecting Nigerians and uplifting their living standards. Additionally, the Sultan informed […]
Naira Depreciates To ₦1,515/$ In Parallel Market
The Nigerian Naira on Thursday depreciated in the parallel market to N1,515 per dollar after closing at N1,495 per dollar on Wednesday, Africa Today News, New York reports. Similarly, the Naira depreciated to N1,485.66 per dollar in the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market, NAFEM Data from FMDQ showed that the indicative exchange rate for NAFEM […]
I Will Contest For Presidency In 2027, Atiku Declares
A former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has asserted that despite the challenges his party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is currently facing, he will run for the presidency of Nigeria in the 2027 election. Africa Today News, New York reports that for six times, Atiku has for the number one office in Nigeria […]
Mixed Feelings As Sanusi Is Reinstated As Emir Of Kano
There is mixed feelings in the Kano Emirate as 14th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II was yesterday reinstated to the throne about four years after former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje deposed and banished him from the state. Muhammadu Sanusi II’s recall came after the Governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf assented to the new Emirate […]
Ohio Governor Urges Lawmakers To Add Biden To November Ballot
The Governor of Ohio has begun moves to mount pressure on state lawmakers to avoid a partisan clash threatening to bar the President of the United States, Joe Biden from the key swing state’s presidential ballot in November. Africa Today News, New York reports that the state’s top election official had earlier this week said […]
Bode George Urges Tinubu To Shake Up Economic Advisory Team
Chief Bode George, a respected PDP elder and former National Deputy Chairman, issued a timely appeal to President Bola Tinubu on Thursday, urging him to demonstrate leadership and transparency by sharing a truthful assessment of the nation’s current position with the Nigerian public. Bode stressed that the current situation demands a unified approach, rather than […]
9 Dead, Including Minor, In Mexico Stage Disaster
A sudden and devastating turn of events unfolded at a political rally in northern Mexico, where a gust of wind caused the stage to collapse, claiming the lives of at least nine people, including a child, according to official reports. Wednesday night’s incident also left at least 78 others wounded, with some sustaining severe injuries, […]
Gaza Bears Brunt Of Israeli Airstrikes As Peace Talks Beckons
Israel unleashed a barrage of airstrikes on Gaza on Thursday, even as it signaled a willingness to revive long-stalled negotiations with Hamas on a ceasefire and prisoner swap, aimed at halting the brutal conflict that has ravaged the region since October 7. Gaza City was rocked by twin airstrikes in the pre-dawn hours, leaving 26 […]
Work Commences On Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road Project
A major transportation artery is one step closer to completion, as the Federal Government announces the start of construction on the final phases of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, beginning in Calabar. On Thursday in Lagos, Senator Dave Umahi, Minister of Works, addressed community representatives from the Eko Atlantic to Eleko stretch, revealing the government’s plans […]
Nigeria Eyes $20 Billion Windfall In Fresh Oil, Gas Venture
A game-changing $20 billion deal is in the works, as the Federal Government gears up to seal a historic agreement that will turbocharge Nigeria’s oil and gas production, unlocking fresh opportunities and prosperity for the nation. During a courtesy visit to his Abuja office on Thursday, Lokpobiri engaged with Schlumberger’s global CEO, Olivier Le Peuch, […]
Majority Leader Announces Kano’s Return To Single Emir System
Kano State House of Assembly has scrapped the law that established five Emirates, which has resulted in the stripping of all Emirs of their titles, except for the Emir of Kano, who remains in place. As stated by Majority Leader Lawal Hussaini Chediyar Yan Gurasa, the bill has successfully nullified the establishment of the five […]
Atiku Vows To Keep Fighting For Presidency, Says No Back Down
Atiku Abubakar, a veteran politician and former Vice President, has reiterated his determination to seek the presidency, driven by an unshakeable belief in his vision for Nigeria, and will persist in his efforts until his health dictates otherwise. The former Vice President found motivation in the against-all-odds story of Abraham Lincoln, who overcame multiple failed […]