2026 Budget: Senate Directs NCDC to Focus on Agriculture and Security
The Nigerian Senate has urged the North-Central Development Commission (NCDC) to prioritise investment in agriculture and security in its proposed N140 billion 2026 budget. The directive was issued during the commission’s budget defence session before the Senate Committee overseeing the NCDC. Senate Committee Reviews NCDC 2026 Budget Estimates Chairman of the Senate Committee on NCDC, […]
Sokoto ADC Rejects ‘Imposed Leadership,’ Threatens Court Action Over MMRR Committee Crisis
The Sokoto State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly rejected what it described as externally imposed leadership, escalating an internal crisis that could lead to legal action. The party is protesting the appointment of Abdullahi Maigwandu and Aliyu Rabah as Chairman and Secretary of the Membership, Mobilisation, Revitalisation and Registration (MMRR) Committee […]
US Sanctions Eight Nigerians Over Boko Haram, ISIL Links and Cybercrime
The United States has imposed fresh sanctions on eight Nigerians over alleged ties to Boko Haram, the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), and cybercrime activities, intensifying Washington’s counter-terrorism financing crackdown. The sanctions, announced by the U.S. Department of the Treasury through its Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), were detailed in a […]
Keir Starmer Calls Europe “Sleeping Giant,” Pushes for Stronger UK-Europe Defense Ties
At the Munich Security Conference on Saturday, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged Europe to move away from overreliance on the United States and build a “more European NATO” grounded in deeper defense and security cooperation with the UK. “There is no British security without Europe, and no European security without Britain,” Starmer said. “That […]
Ousted Nepal PM KP Oli Seeks Political Comeback in March 5 Elections
Oli stepped down on September 9, 2025, after weeks of anti-corruption demonstrations that left at least 77 people dead. The protests were initially sparked by his government’s controversial ban on social media but quickly escalated into broader outrage over economic stagnation and entrenched corruption. During the unrest, mobs torched Oli’s residence, parliament buildings, and government […]
Asian Markets Sluggish Ahead of Lunar New Year Holiday as Japan’s GDP Disappoints
Asian stock markets traded cautiously on Monday as investors positioned themselves ahead of the extended Lunar New Year holiday, while weaker-than-expected economic data from Japan dampened sentiment across the region. Trading Activity Thins as Lunar New Year Approaches Several major Asian bourses were shut or operating on shortened schedules due to the Lunar New Year […]
Erdogan Delays Abu Dhabi Trip After Phone Call With UAE President
Turkey’s President, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, has postponed his scheduled visit to the United Arab Emirates after citing a reported health concern involving UAE leader Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. In a message briefly posted on X (formerly Twitter) by Erdogan’s communications team, the Turkish leader disclosed that he had spoken with the Emirati president by […]
Dickson Advises Former Governors to Step Back and Support Successors
Former governors who intervene excessively, he suggested, risk creating unnecessary disputes that can undermine governance and destabilize their states.
“I Love With My Heart But Use My Brain” – Toluwani George Speaks on Love and Nollywood Romance
Nigerian actress Toluwani George has opened up about her personal philosophy on love, revealing how she blends emotion with logic in relationships. In an exclusive interview with Saturday Beats, the fast-rising Nollywood star described herself as someone who believes in loving deeply while remaining rational. “I am a very good mix of both. I love […]
Wofai Fada: Why I Avoid Roles That Can Cause Marital Problems
Nollywood actress and comedian Wofai Fada has revealed why she deliberately turns down certain movie roles, saying she prioritises her marriage and family over controversial scripts that could spark misunderstandings. In a candid interview, the entertainer shared insights into her Valentine’s Day traditions, marriage philosophy, financial stability in relationships, and the expansion of her restaurant […]