Why Tinubu Signed the Amended Electoral Act 2026 — Real-Time Transmission Debate Explained
President Bola Tinubu has defended his decision to sign the Electoral Act 2026 (Amendment) into law, insisting that credible elections depend more on transparent human oversight than on real-time electronic transmission of results. Speaking after signing the amendment at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu addressed the heated debate over whether election results must be […]
Tinubu Signs Amended Electoral Act 2026 into Law Ahead of 2027 Elections
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday signed the Electoral Act 2026 (Amendment) into law, setting the stage for the 2027 general elections and reigniting debate over the electronic transmission of election results. The signing ceremony took place at the Presidential Villa in Abuja around 5:00 pm, with principal officers of the National Assembly in attendance. The […]
Iran, Russia Conduct Joint Naval Drills in Sea of Oman Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Iran and Russia are set to carry out joint naval drills in the Sea of Oman and the northern Indian Ocean, marking a significant show of military cooperation amid renewed US-Iran diplomatic engagement. According to Iran’s ISNA news agency, the joint naval exercise between the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Russian forces will begin on […]
Gabon Shuts Down Facebook, TikTok Over Hate Speech and ‘Conflict-Inducing’ Posts
The government of Gabon has ordered the suspension of major social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, citing the spread of hate speech, fake news, and content capable of triggering social conflict. Journalists from Agence France-Presse (AFP) confirmed on Wednesday that the platforms were inaccessible across the country, just hours after the announcement by Gabon’s […]
Prince William Opens Up on Mental Health, Urges More Male Role Models
Britain’s heir to the throne, Prince William, has spoken candidly about his personal mental health strategies, revealing that he takes “a long time trying to understand my emotions” as part of maintaining emotional wellbeing. During a panel discussion on the BBC’s youth-focused station BBC Radio 1, the 43-year-old royal emphasised the importance of self-awareness and […]
Roxbury Residents Protest ICE Jail Plan as Trump Expands Deportation Drive
Residents of Roxbury, a suburban community in New Jersey, are pushing back against plans to convert a massive warehouse into a detention facility for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), part of President Donald Trump’s intensified immigration crackdown. The proposed site — a 500,000-square-foot logistics hub with multiple truck loading docks — was built to […]
Naira Could Hit ₦1,100 to $1 in 2026 — Dangote Backs FX Reforms, Industrial Growth
President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has projected that the naira could appreciate to ₦1,100 per US dollar in 2026, citing the impact of ongoing economic reforms and industrial policy initiatives. Dangote made the remarks during the launch of Nigeria’s Industrial Policy in Abuja, attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima, according to Channels Television. […]
Rosy Meurer Refutes Claims of Friendship With Tonto Dikeh Prior to Marriage
Actress Rosy Meurer has set the record straight regarding her relationship with Tonto Dikeh, insisting she never knew or met the actress before marrying actor Churchill. Addressing circulating rumors on social media, Meurer said, “I have read comments suggesting I was her best friend, or that she introduced me to my husband and I ‘snatched’ […]
Cardi B Confirms Split from Stefon Diggs Following Cheating Allegations
American rapper Cardi B has confirmed her breakup with NFL star Stefon Diggs amid allegations that he was unfaithful. The confirmation came after Cardi B responded publicly to a social media post by fellow rapper BIA, sparking widespread speculation about the end of their relationship. BIA had tweeted, “Can u name someone with more bms […]
Odumodublvck Assault Trial Adjourned to April 8, 2026
The FCT High Court in Life Camp, Abuja, has adjourned the high-profile assault trial of Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck (Tochukwu Ojogwu) until April 8, 2026. The civil case was filed by fellow musician Kraziecent (Ogbogiri Okey Levi), who claims he was violently attacked by the rapper during a public event in December 2024. During the hearing, […]