ADC claims INEC derecognition aimed at blocking 2027 participation

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has alleged that its derecognition by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is part of a broader effort to prevent the party from participating in…

FG uncovered 45,000 ghost workers via BVN integration – Former Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun

Former Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, has revealed how the Federal Government used technology to eliminate large-scale payroll fraud, uncovering 45,000 “ghost workers” through the integration of the Bank Verification…

Iran, US receive plan to end hostilities and have immediate ceasefire

Iran and the United States have received a new proposal aimed at ending ongoing hostilities, with plans for an immediate ceasefire and a broader peace agreement to follow.    …

UN reopens office in Sudan’s capital after nearly 3-year closure

‍The United Nations has now reopened its headquarters in the Sudanese capital for the first time in three years.   The move marks a preliminary step toward resuming operations from…

17 feared dead as gunmen attack Benue community on Easter Sunday

At least 17 people have been reported dead following a fresh attack on a community in Benue State.       The incident happened in Mbalom, Gwer East Local Government…

INEC directs RECs to suspend voter revalidation plans after outrage

Independent National Electoral Commission has directed all Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) to suspend publicity and preparations for the planned nationwide voter revalidation exercise.     The commission had earlier scheduled…

Tinubu approves ₦3.3trn payment plan to restore reliable power

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a ₦3.3 trillion payment plan to clear long-standing debts in Nigeria’s power sector, a move aimed at improving electricity supply and boosting investor confidence.…

Troops rescue 31 worshippers abducted by terrorists during Easter service in Kaduna church, recover bodies of five victims

Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully foiled a terrorist attack leading to the rescue of 31 worshippers abducted during an Easter church service in Ariko Village, Kachia Local Government…

Suspected measles outbreak kills over 90 children in Bangladesh

Bangladesh is facing a surge in suspected measles cases, with officials reporting that at least 98 children may have died in the past three weeks as authorities intensify vaccination efforts.…

Passenger gives birth aboard New York-bound flight

A Caribbean Airlines passenger went into labor moments before her flight landed at John F. Kennedy Airport on Saturday, April 5.   The bundle of joy was delivered aboard Caribbean…