Sir Keir Starmer has insisted he will not quit as prime minister and “plunge the country into chaos”, as Labour reels from significant election losses. The results in England, Scotland and Wales have piled pressure on Sir Keir, with some Labour MPs calling for him to set a timetable forContinue Reading
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has on Friday successfully scaled through gubernatorial screening conducted by the national body of All Progressives Congress, headed by the party’s National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda at the Plateu State Liaison Office, Abuja. In his remarks, the Chairman, of the Screening CommitteeD congratulatedContinue Reading
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has successfully secured clearance in the screening exercise conducted by the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the party’s forthcoming primary elections. The screening exercise, held on May 7 at the Plateau State Governors Lodge Abuja, was conducted in line with the party’sContinue Reading
Katsina State Government has recorded another successful security operations against bandit activities in the state and the neighbouring communities. The Joint security forces have intensified operations targeting Muhammad Fulani, a notorious bandit leader operating across Matazu, Musawa, Kankia Charanchi, and parts of Kano State. In recent operations, security forces neutralizedContinue Reading
FYDUPI commends defence minister, reaffirms commitment to national peace, security By Hussaina Yakubu May 07, 2026 The Forum for Youth Development, Unity and Peace Initiative (FYDUPI) has commended the Minister of Defence, General CG Musa (Rtd) for the warm reception extended to its delegation during a courtesy visit to theContinue Reading
PRP elders, leadership reconcile in Kaduna, pledge united gront ahead of 2027 By Hussaina Yakubu May 07 , 2026 The National Chairman of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP), Dr Hakeem Baba Ahmed, says the party has resolved to rebuild unity and strengthen internal reconciliation efforts following a strategic meeting withContinue Reading
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, has directed the immediate extension of the 10km Outer Southern Expressway (OSEX) main carriageways from the Ring Road II Junction (Apo) to the Wasa Junction to ensure the full completion of the arterial network and provide seamless connectivityContinue Reading
Democratic Republic of Congo’s President Félix Tshisekedi has said he may consider seeking a third term in office when his mandate expires in 2028. Tshisekedi however said any extension of his presidency would only be done by consulting the people through a referendum. The law allows a maximum of twoContinue Reading
Rwandan singer Aimable Karasira has died as he was being released from prison in Kigali, according to the Rwanda Correctional Service (RCS). The RCS said he had died at Nyarugenge Hospital after he had allegedly overdosed on his prescription medication. RCS spokesperson Hillary Sengabo later said Karasira was suffering from diabetes,Continue Reading
US President Donald Trump says a ceasefire is still in place between the US and Iran after both sides exchanged fire late on Thursday night. It was unclear who fired first. Iran’s top military command alleged the US had targeted an Iranian oil tanker and another vessel approaching the StraitContinue Reading