Obasanjo Blames 1979 Rice Import Policy For Nigeria’s Setback
Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has blamed Nigeria’s long-standing dependence on rice imports on the decision by the civilian administration in 1979 to lift a ban imposed by the outgoing military government.
Kaduna Assembly Dismisses False Report On Abduction Of Lawmaker
The Kaduna State House of Assembly has dismissed false a report alleging that the member representing Kajuru Constituency, Usman Stingo, was abducted by suspected terrorists.
IPOB’s Sit-At-Home Imposed Heavy Social, Economic, Political Costs On Southeast — Soludo
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Charles Soludo, on Wednesday said the Southeast had suffered enormous social, economic and political losses from the Monday sit-at-home enforced across the region for more than five years.
I Could Be Arrested Anytime, Says El-Rufai
Former Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has alleged that the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led federal government may arrest him.
Aso Rock To Exit National Grid By March 2026 — Perm Sec
The Presidential Villa in Abuja is set to disengage completely from the national electricity grid by March 2026, as the Federal Government concluded arrangements to transition the complex to an independent solar power system.
Man City Beat Fulham 3–0, Close Gap on Arsenal
Manchester City defeated Fulham, 3-0, on Wednesday night, cutting the gap between City and Arsenal at the top of the Premier League table to three points.
Democrats Accuse Attorney General Bondi of Epstein Files Cover-Up
Congressional Democrats have accused US Attorney General Pam Bondi of engaging in a “cover-up” of the Jeffrey Epstein files and turning the Department of Justice, DOJ, into an “instrument of revenge” for President Donald Trump.
NNPP Condemns US Bill Seeking Sanctions on Kwankwaso
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has condemned a bill before the United States congress seeking to impose sanctions on its national leader, Rabiu Kwankwaso, for alleged “severe religious freedom violations”.
Omokri Defends Acceptance of Tinubu’s Ambassadorial Appointment
Ambassador-designate Reno Omokri has defended his acceptance to work in the administration of President Bola Tinubu despite being a former critic of Tinubu.
Fuel Tanker Explodes After Overturning in Ikeja
A petroleum tanker carrying fuel reportedly overturned and went up in flames on Wednesday night, at the Ikeja Along area of Lagos State.