A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt on Monday, January 13, sacked Chukwuemeka Aaron, the chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the state. Chukwuemeka is a self-confessed loyalist of the former governor of the state, Nyesom Wike, who is currently the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT. Justice Stephen Jumbo …
Power Generation in Nigeria Increased by 30% in 2024 – Minister Adelabu
Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced a remarkable 30% increase in the country’s power generation capacity in 2024. Speaking during his ministry’s 2025 budget defence before the Senate Committee on Power at the National Assembly on Monday, January 13, Adelabu highlighted the progress made under his leadership. “When I assumed office in 2023, …
Mudashiru Obasa Impeached as Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has been removed from office following allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of power. An overwhelming majority of lawmakers—90%—voted in favor of his impeachment during a session held on January 12. Hon. Mojisola Meranda, representing the Apapa 1 constituency, has been elected as the …
“Dutton Pledges to Revive the Aussie Dream, Accuses Albanese of Governing by Fear at Campaign Rally”
Australian opposition leader, Peter Dutton aligns his personal story with Liberal values and promises to address the cost-of-living crisis as he launches his campaign ahead of the federal election. According to 7 News, opposition Leader Peter Dutton has launched his federal election campaign with a passionate pledge to “restore the Australian dream,” while sharply criticizing …
Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro sworn in for third presidential term despite not being acknowledged by the West
Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro has been sworn in for a third presidential term despite the protests of the country’s opposition movement, and non-acknowledgement by Western powers. The ceremony occurred on Friday, January 10 in a small room of the National Assembly, a marked difference from previous ceremonies held in the building’s main hall. Maduro was sworn …
“I’m Totally Innocent”: Trump Responds to Hush Money Sentencing Without Penalties
Donald Trump has spoken out after avoiding prison time or fines in what has been described as an “extraordinary” sentencing for his hush money convictions, calling the legal process a “great embarrassment.” According to Sky News, US President-elect Donald Trump will not face incarceration or monetary penalties for his criminal convictions related to hush money …
Conducting elections in Nigeria is a significant burden – INEC Chairman
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu has raised concerns over the rising cost of conducting elections in Nigeria, describing the expenses as excessive and burdensome. He made this statement on Friday while defending the 2024 budget implementation before the National Assembly. Yakubu revealed that INEC, despite being one of …
Obasanjo reveals real reason why he went to jail
Former Nigeria President, Olusegun Obasanjo, on Friday, disclosed that his attitude of not keeping quiet on national and international issues led him to jail under the military junta of the late Head of State, Gen. Sanni Abacha, in 1995. Obasanjo went on to say that his desire to prevent Nigeria from collapsing was what motivated …
FG receives $52.88m recovered assets linked to Diezani
The Federal government has received $52.88m recovered Galactica assets linked to a former Minister of Petroleum Diezani Alison-Madueke from the USA. The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Lateef Fagbemi disclosed this at the formal signing ceremony of the asset agreement between Nigeria and the United States of America in Abuja on Friday, …
US President Biden announces Govt will pay for 100% of cost for LA wildfire’s relief efforts
US President, Joe Biden has announced that for the next six months, the federal government will cover 100% of the costs for the initial disaster response to the Los Angeles wildfires. Speaking from the White House during a briefing on the fires, the president said federal funding will cover things like removing debris, setting up …