The Sokoto State chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has officially distanced itself from a recent statement made by one of its members advocating for Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko to be considered as Vice Presidential candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. In a press statement…
Explosions Rock Doha as Regional Tensions Escalate Iran has launched ballistic missile attacks on the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, in direct retaliation for recent American airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, marking a dangerous escalation in the ongoing Middle East conflict. 🎯 Iran Responds to US Bombing of Nuclear Facilities Iran’s National Security…
Dangote Refinery Price Hike Triggers Fresh Surge Across Filling Stations The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has increased the pump price of petrol to ₦945 per litre in Abuja and ₦915 in Lagos, signaling another wave of pressure on consumers and the broader Nigerian economy. The upward adjustment was observed on Monday, June 23,…
Internet Fraud Threatens Nigeria’s Economy, EFCC Chairman Tells Students at Ambrose Alli University The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has again cautioned Nigerian students against engaging in internet fraud, popularly known as Yahoo Yahoo, stressing that there is “no shortcut to wealth.” 🎓 EFCC Speaks at Ambrose Alli University Anti-Corruption Symposium Speaking during a…
FG Assures Residents and Visitors That the Capital Remains Safe and Secure The Federal Government of Nigeria has dismissed recent security concerns raised by the United States Mission, affirming that Abuja remains safe for all residents and visitors. This response comes after the US Embassy in Nigeria issued a security advisory restricting its staff and…
Embassy Cites Global Security Threats as Reason for Heightened Caution in Nigeria’s Capital The United States Mission in Nigeria has issued a new security alert urging all American citizens to avoid non-essential travel to military and government facilities in Abuja, amid rising global security concerns. 🔒 Embassy Restricts Movement of Staff and Families in Abuja…
VeryDarkMan Holds Mock Class at FCT Minister’s Gate Amid Minimum Wage Controversy Popular online activist and social media commentator, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), led a dramatic protest in front of the residence of the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, in Abuja on Monday. This protest comes in response to Wike’s recent announcement…
Winners to Take Home $125 Million As FIFA Launches Record $1 Billion Payout Structure FIFA has officially revealed the prize money breakdown for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, setting a new financial benchmark with a record-shattering USD 1 billion total purse. The tournament champions are set to earn up to $125 million, the largest…
Says Tehran Gave ‘Early Notice,’ No Casualties Reported in Qatar Strike Former U.S. President Donald Trump has downplayed Iran’s recent missile attack on the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, describing the move as a “very weak response” to the United States’ earlier strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Trump made the remarks on Monday via…
Egypt Tops the List as Nigeria Climbs to 31st Globally According to the latest data published by Global Firepower (GFP), Nigeria ranked third in Africa and 31st in the world in the 2025 Global Military Strength Index. The annual index evaluates the military capabilities of 145 countries based on over 60 critical factors, including manpower…
