“I Never Saw The Report,” Kingibe Says On Natasha’s Suspension
A fresh crack has opened in the contested record of how the Senate suspended Kogi…
“I Never Saw The Report,” Kingibe Says On Natasha’s Suspension
A fresh crack has opened in the contested record of how the Senate suspended Kogi Central lawmaker Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, after the senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, Ireti Kingibe, stated publicly that she never reviewed the committee report that recommended the disciplinary action. Kingibe made the disclosure on Wednesday during an interview on Arise Television’s…
Ronwen Williams Defends South Africa Amid Xenophobia Linked Criticism
Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has urged Africans to unite in support of continental teams at major tournaments while defending himself against online criticism over comments about limited backing during South Africa’s opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Mexico. In a video released by the South African Broadcasting Corporation on Wednesday, Williams clarified…
US Iran 14 Point Deal Outlines Hormuz Reopening
The United States has released the full text of a 14-point memorandum of understanding with Iran aimed at ending hostilities, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and establishing a framework for sanctions relief tied to compliance on nuclear issues. The document, known as the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, was made public after calls for transparency…
African Sides Secure Two Wins In FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage Opener
African nations posted contrasting results in the first round of group matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, claiming two wins and three draws while suffering five defeats and conceding 16 goals across their opening fixtures. The performances highlighted both promise and challenges for the continent’s representatives as the expanded 48-team tournament unfolds in…
INEC Extends PVC Collection In Ekiti To Boost Participation
The Independent National Electoral Commission has reported that 1,028,929 out of 1,059,360 registered voters in Ekiti State have collected their Permanent Voters’ Cards ahead of the governorship election scheduled for Saturday. Mohammed Haruna, INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, disclosed the figures in a statement issued in Abuja…
NAPTAN: Why Kidnappers Target Rural Schools
Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the National Parent Teacher Association of Nigeria, Chief Deolu Ogunbanjo, has urged authorities to deploy armed security personnel and fence all schools to protect students from kidnappers who deliberately target vulnerable institutions for maximum impact. Ogunbanjo, in an interview with Vanguard Learning, said criminals focus on schools…
Governor Abdulrazaq Drags Saraki To Court Over Educational Qualification Post
Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has sued former Governor Bukola Saraki at the Kwara State High Court over a social media post alleged to constitute criminal defamation and cyberbullying. The case centres on a statement published by Saraki on April 17, 2026, which questioned the governor’s educational qualifications. Lawyers for Saraki, led by Jimoh…
NDC Defends Anti Defection Policy Amid Criticism
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has exempted its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and vice presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, from a newly introduced anti defection oath designed to discourage elected officials from abandoning the party after securing victory at the polls. The decision, disclosed by the party’s National Secretary, Ikenna Enekweizu, during an appearance on Channels…
ICPC Insists El-Rufai Held By Court Order, Not Politics
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has dismissed claims that it is acting on political instructions in the detention and prosecution of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, hours after his supporters announced they had hired a Washington-based advocacy firm to take his case before the United States government. Reacting to…
Trump, Pezeshkian Seal 60-Day Truce In Historic First Since 1979
The United States and Iran have formally signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending months of war, but President Donald Trump made clear that military action remains on the table should Tehran fail to honour the terms. Both Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed the agreement on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, with…