Senate didn’t reject e-transmission of results, Abaribe clarifies
The Senate Minority Caucus clarified on Thursday that the Senate did not reject the electronic transmission of election results before passing the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, contrary to widespread media reports. The clarification comes barely 24 hours after the upper chamber came under fire on Wednesday following reports that lawmakers had rejected proposals for the […]
2027: INEC registers two new political parties
Ahead of the 2027 general election, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has expanded Nigeria’s political landscape with the registration of two new political parties – the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). This was as it strongly wondered why it should continue to register parties or have existing parties retain […]
Kwara Massacre: PDP accuses FG of ignoring security warnings
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the Federal Government of ignoring security warnings ahead of the reported killing of about 170 people by terrorists in the Woro Community of Kwara State, describing the incident as a grim reflection of worsening insecurity in the country. In a statement by Comrade Ini Ememobong, National Publicity Secretary […]
Bitcoin under $70,000 for first time since Trump’s election
Bitcoin, the world’s biggest cryptocurrency, extended its price slump Thursday to trade under $70,000 for the first time since Donald Trump’s presidential election victory in November 2024. The digital currency dropped as low as $69,821.18 before climbing back above $70,000. Bitcoin has fallen sharply in recent weeks as investors pull back from risky assets. It […]
NDDC, LIFE-ND boost agriculture in Niger Delta
The Niger Delta Development Commission, in collaboration with the Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprises–Niger Delta, has intensified efforts to advance agricultural transformation across the Niger Delta region. As part of its oversight responsibilities, officials of the NDDC and LIFE-ND inspected agricultural incubation centres in Akwa Ibom, Imo, and Rivers states to evaluate the programme’s performance in […]
US must be prudent when supplying arms to Taiwan, Xi tells Trump
China’s leader Xi Jinping has called Taiwan “the most important issue” in China-US relations during a phone call with US President Donald Trump. Xi told Trump to be “prudent” when supplying weapons to the island, state media report, adding that he attached “great importance” to ties with Washington and hoped both sides would find ways […]
Remaining abducted Kaduna worshippers regain freedom
Bandits have reportedly released the remaining worshippers abducted during a Sunday attack on churches in the Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The attack occurred when armed men invaded three churches in the community during worship services, firing sporadically to instil fear before abducting worshippers and leading them into the surrounding […]
Bandits attacked Kwara community for 10 hours before soldiers arrived – Village head
The head of Woro community in Kwara State, Umar Bio Salihu, has said that armed bandits operated for about 10 hours in the area before security operatives arrived, leading to dozens of deaths and the destruction of several villages. Salihu, who spoke on ARISE Television on Thursday, said the attackers began their operation around 5pm, […]
Delayed Electoral Act amendment could disrupt 2027 poll timetable – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission has warned that delays in amending the Electoral Act could affect aspects of the timetable for the 2027 general elections, even as it assured Nigerians of its readiness to conduct the polls. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN), raised the concern on Wednesday during the commission’s first quarterly consultative meeting […]
The Muppet Show revival brings nostalgia and naughtiness, critics say
Miss Piggy, her paramour Kermit the Frog, Gonzo, and Fozzie have reunited for the one-off show to mark its 50th birthday, after their beloved film outings such as Muppet Christmas Carol. Pop star Sabrina Carpenter, comedian Maya Rudolph and actor Seth Rogen – who is behind the 30-minute special – star in the show, released […]