Obafemi Fawibe

DR Congo Landslides: Multiple Feared Dead

DR Congo Landslides: Multiple Feared Dead

A catastrophic humanitarian disaster has unfolded in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo this week. Government officials confirmed on Sunday that at least 200 people likely died in massive landslides. The disaster struck the Rubaya coltan mine located in the volatile North Kivu province. Initial reports indicate a hillside collapsed on Wednesday followed by a…

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Eba Island: Ogun Reaffirms Authority

The Ogun State Government has officially reaffirmed its territorial jurisdiction over Eba Island. This strategic coastal territory, located in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area, recently attracted national attention. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu recently approved the commencement of drilling activities at a revitalized oil well there. However, conflicting claims from certain quarters in Ondo State have…

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World Bank Headquarters

 Economic Reforms: World Bank’s Anna Bjerde arrives Nigeria

The World Bank Managing Director of Operations, Anna Bjerde, has commenced a high-level visit to Nigeria. Her mission focuses on evaluating the progress of ongoing energy reforms and national job creation initiatives. Arriving today, Sunday February 1, 2026, this visit signals a critical juncture in the relationship between the global lender and Abuja. The strategic…

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President Tinubu, Nigerian President

Visit to Turkey: Tinubu Returns to Abuja

  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu returned to the nation’s capital on Saturday night following a high-stakes state visit to Türkiye. The presidential aircraft, Nigeria Air Force 1, touched down at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at 8:55 p.m. Several senior government officials, including FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and Finance Minister Wale Edun, received the President…

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ADC Slams Senate Over Alleged "Delay Tactics" on Vital Electoral Act Reforms

Delayed Electoral Act: ADC Slams Senate

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has launched a blistering critique against the Nigerian Senate regarding the Electoral Act 2022. The party officially accused the upper chamber of employing “subtle delay tactics” to frustrate ongoing reform efforts. This allegation follows the Senate’s recent decision to defer the report of its Committee on Electoral Matters. Consequently, opposition…

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Senate Passes Electoral Bill After Rowdy Session

Senate Announces March 17 Deadline for Final Passage of ₦58 Trillion 2026 Budget

  The Nigerian Senate has officially fixed March 17 for the passage of the 2026 budget. This announcement targets the swift approval of the ₦58 trillion “Budget of Sustainable Growth.” Senate President Godswill Akpabio disclosed this timeline during a plenary session held earlier this week. The upper chamber aims to return the nation to a…

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APC Postpones National Convention to March 27 as E-Registration Deadline Shifts

APC Postpones National Convention to March 27 as E-Registration Deadline Shifts

  The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially revised its 2026 political calendar to accommodate surging membership interests. The ruling party announced a significant extension of its nationwide electronic registration exercise until February 8. This decision aims to bolster the party’s grassroots base ahead of the upcoming general elections. Furthermore, the National Working Committee has…

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Guardiola Shatters Record with Fastest 400 Wins in English Football History

Guardiola Shatters Record with Fastest 400 Wins in English Football History

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has secured his 400th victory in English football. He achieved this historic feat faster than any other manager in the nation’s history. The milestone occurred following City’s latest triumph in a high-octane Premier League fixture. Guardiola reached this incredible tally in significantly fewer matches than previous record-holder Sir Alex Ferguson….

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Zelenskyy Issues Historic Invitation to Putin for Direct Peace Talks in Kyiv

Zelenskyy Issues Historic Invitation to Putin for Direct Peace Talks in Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has extended a dramatic invitation to Russian leader Vladimir Putin. He officially requested a direct meeting in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv to negotiate peace. This unexpected proposal aims to end the protracted and devastating conflict currently ravaging Eastern Europe. Zelenskyy emphasized that direct dialogue remains the only viable path to…

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