The federal government is making plans for a new pay rise for military personnel. This comes as part of ongoing efforts to improve their welfare, boost morale, and strengthen the country’s security architecture. Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), disclosed the plan while delivering the keynote address at a one-day training and financial empowerment…
The House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee investigating the activities of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council has directed the Inspector-General of Police to produce the self-proclaimed Director-General of the organisation, Adeyemi Adeniyi. The committee ordered that he be produced before the panel by noon on Wednesday. The directive was issued on Monday during the…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obifor his criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, insisting that Nigeria requires policycontinuity rather than a fresh reset ahead of the 2027 general elections.APC National Vice Chairman (South-East), Dr Ijeomah Arodiogbu, made the remarks on Monday, July 27,2026, while reacting to…
President Bola Tinubu has declined to receive a special delegation from South African President CyrilRamaphosa amid ongoing concerns over xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians in South Africa.The South African team, led by Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola,arrived in Abuja on Friday, July 24, 2026, seeking an audience with the Nigerian leader.Instead, Tinubu directed…
US President Donald Trump sent a letter to Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu praising hisleadership in addressing terrorism and insecurity, with specific reference to protecting Christiancommunities.In the letter, Trump thanked Tinubu for a prior communication and expressed appreciation for his“decisive leadership on behalf of the Nigerian people.” He stated: “I applaud your resolve to tackle…
President Donald Trump has stated that the United States is “not finished at all with Iran,” indicatingcontinued pressure on the Islamic Republic amid ongoing regional tensions.Trump made the comment on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, during a press interaction at the White House. Hewas responding to questions about recent developments in the Middle East, including reported…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has reaffirmed its commitment to launchinga single regional currency, known as the Eco, by 2027.This ambitious plan was discussed and endorsed during the 65th Ordinary Session of the ECOWASAuthority of Heads of State and Government, held in Abuja, Nigeria, on Saturday, July 18, 2026. The Eco is…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom andreaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations.The message was conveyed in an official statement issued on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, by the NigerianPresidency. Tinubu extended warm felicitations to the UK leader following their assumption of office and…
Kemi Badenoch, Conservative MP and former leadership contender, has sharply criticised the current UKPrime Minister, stating that he is “not the leader Britain needs at this critical time.”Badenoch made the remarks on Monday, July 20, 2026, during a speech at a Conservative Party event inLondon. She argued that the government’s approach to the economy, immigration,…
Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, former Governor of Kano State and a prominent opposition figure, hasconfirmed the existence of a written agreement with Peter Obi stipulating a one-term pact if either ofthem wins the 2027 presidential election. Kwankwaso made the disclosure on Monday, July 20, 2026, during a live television interview. He statedthat the pact was…
