Former Nigerian President, Goodluck Jonathan, has spoken candidly about the deep betrayals he experienced while seeking re-election in 2015. Jonathan made the revelation in Benin City, Edo State, during the 70th birthday celebration of Chief Mike Aiyegbeni Oghiadomhe, a trusted ally and longtime political associate. “Politics in the Nigerian standard is about betrayals,” Jonathan said.“I have witnessed a lot of betrayal during the 2015 election. You will find it difficult to see somebody who says the same thing in the morning, in the afternoon and in the evening.” Jonathan praised Oghiadomhe as one of the few loyal friends who stood…
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Paris, France – In a historic show of solidarity, French President Emmanuel Macron revealed that 26 countries have pledged military and security support to Ukraine as part of ongoing international efforts to stabilize the region. The announcement came during a press briefing at the Coalition of the Willing Summit, held at the Élysée Palace in Paris on Thursday. According to Macron, the coalition is preparing to send troops, naval fleets, and air support to Ukraine once a ceasefire agreement with Russia is reached. “We now have 26 nations ready to step in, either with troops on the ground, military presence…
The Kaduna State Police Command has officially invited former governor Mallam Nasir El-Rufai and six senior members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for questioning over allegations of criminal conspiracy, incitement, mischief, and causing grievous harm. According to a letter dated September 4, 2025, and signed by Deputy Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Uzainu Abdullahi, the ADC State Chairman was directed to present El-Rufai and other party leaders at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) on September 8, 2025. Who Are the Invited Party Leaders? The police invitation listed the following individuals alongside El-Rufai: Bashir Sa’idu Jafaru Sani…
In a groundbreaking move to deepen ties between Beijing and Moscow, Chinese nationals will soon be able to travel to Russia without the need for a visa. The announcement was confirmed by President Vladimir Putin during a high-level meeting in Vladivostok on Thursday, held on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum. The talks took place with Li Hongzhong, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of China. President Putin expressed appreciation for what he called a “very kind gesture” from Beijing—the decision to allow Russians visa-free entry into China. Earlier this week, China’s Ministry of…
In a move to prepare Nigeria for the global shift towards electric mobility, the Youth In Parliament Forum (YIPF) has partnered with CAWIN Mobility Limited to provide free training for 2,000 young Nigerians in electric vehicle (EV) repairs and technology. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two organizations was signed in Abuja, signaling a strong commitment to youth empowerment, sustainable mobility, and green technology adoption. Why This Matters Electric vehicles are steadily transforming the global automotive industry. With countries like China already leading an EV-driven industrial revolution, Nigeria is positioning itself to avoid being left behind. The training program…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has strongly rejected recent claims by the Nigerian Police that one of its alleged camps was dismantled in Anambra State. According to the police, the reported camp—situated in Aguluezechukwu, Aguata Local Government Area—was said to be operated by the Eastern Security Network (ESN), the security arm of IPOB. However, in a statement released on Thursday, IPOB’s spokesperson, Comrade Emma Powerful, insisted that the group has no such camp in Anambra or anywhere in the country. “We have no camp for police to dismantle in Anambra or elsewhere,” the statement read. IPOB Demands Evidence IPOB…
Nigerian banking giant, First Bank of Nigeria, has confirmed that some of its digital platforms are currently experiencing downtime. In an official statement released on its verified X (formerly Twitter) account, the bank explained that the disruption is affecting transactions across FirstMobile, FirstOnline, and USSD banking channels. According to the bank, customers may encounter delays or declined transactions when trying to transfer funds to other banks. “Please be informed that we are currently experiencing some downtime affecting transactions to other banks on FirstMobile, FirstOnline, and the USSD Platform. Customers may therefore experience delayed or declined transactions. We regret the inconvenience…
In a groundbreaking achievement for Nigeria’s aviation industry, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has officially granted the first-ever Aerodrome Operational Permit (AOP) to Gateway International Airport, located in Ilisan-Iperu, Ogun State. This approval makes the airport the first in the country to meet NCAA’s new and enhanced regulatory standards, positioning it as a model for aviation infrastructure nationwide. Cutting-Edge Technology for Safer Flights To complement this milestone, the Instrument Landing System/Distance Measuring Equipment (ILS/DME) installed on Runway 23 at the airport has been declared “totally satisfactory in all respects” after a successful inspection by the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency…
In a fresh appeal to the Federal Government, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged leaders to shift focus from debt-driven policies to people-centered governance that addresses the daily struggles of Nigerians. Posting on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, Obi stressed that the government must show compassion and sensitivity to the worsening economic challenges citizens face. He emphasized that available resources should be strategically deployed into critical sectors capable of creating jobs, easing hardship, and reviving struggling institutions. According to Obi, many essential economic players and organizations are battling with severe funding shortages, with some…
Our sources had gathered that a major procurement scandal is brewing in Ebonyi State, as fresh investigations reveal that the Ministry of Works and Transport awarded a ₦3.3 billion road construction contract to a company directly linked to its own Permanent Secretary. Who Got the Contract? The project in question is the “Construction of Concrete Rigid Pavement TTC-Iboko Road”.Documents show it was awarded to Maurifrank Nigeria Limited, a firm whose listed directors include: Nkwuda Monday Nnanna Nkwuda Roseline Nkwuda Frankline Nkwuda Anita Digging deeper, it was uncovered that Mr. Nkwuda Monday Nnanna is not only a director of the company…