Presidency, Lawmakers Pressured Me to Join APC — Natasha
The senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has disclosed that she has repeatedly been approached by individuals from the Presidency and some of her colleagues in the National Assembly to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), but said…
ECOWAS leaders pledge united front against coups, insecurity
ECOWAS leaders pledge united front against coups, insecurity ECOWAS leaders pledge united front against coups, insecurity The 95th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Heads of State and Government have agreed to forge a united front to end the spread of…
The Heart-Healthy Benefits of Onions
Onions, also known as Allium cepa, are a bulb vegetable commonly used in cooking for their strong flavor and aroma. They belong to the Amaryllidaceae family and come in red, white, or yellow varieties. Onions can be consumed raw, sautéed,…
FG Mandates TIN For All Taxable Bank Account Holders From January 2026
The Federal Government has established a definitive timeline for stricter tax compliance, mandating that banks require a Tax Identification Number (TIN) from all taxable Nigerians maintaining bank accounts beginning January 1, 2026. Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on…
Abia State and US to Collaborate on Economic Projects*
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has expressed readiness to partner with the US, particularly Delaware Governor Bethany Hall-Long, to drive economic growth in Abia State. The two leaders discussed potential collaborations in healthcare, education, and manufacturing, highlighting opportunities for mutual…
Zimbabwe Strengthens Ties with EU through Local Governance Forum
Zimbabwe is showcasing its innovative digital solution, LADS, for Local Authorities at the Cities & Regions for International Partnerships Forum in Brussels. The forum, supported by the EU, Germany, and Switzerland, aims to explore city partnerships and localize the Global…
Chief constable on £170k to retire for just one day to protect pension
A police chief constable on a £170,000-a-year salary has asked to retire for a single day – before being reappointed to her role – to protect her pension. North Wales Police Chief Constable Amanda Blakeman will “retire” on 15 January…
Lionel Messi’s India Visit Ends in Controversy After Fan Protest
Angry fans attending Lionel Messi’s tour of India ripped up seats and threw items towards the pitch after his appearance at Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium. Thousands of adoring supporters had paid up to 12,000 rupees (£100; $133) to catch a…
Obi criticises FG’s plan to borrow ₦17.89tr for 2026 budget
Former Labour Party (LP) presidential flagbearer, Peter Obi, has criticised the Federal Government over its plan to borrow ₦17.89 trillion to finance the 2026 budget. In a post he shared on his official X account on Friday, Obi lamented…
House of Reps Speaks on bill to rename Nigeria
The House of Representatives has denied reports that a bill seeking to rename Nigeria as the “United States of Nigeria” is before the National Assembly. The denial came after social media posts alleged that President Bola Tinubu forwarded a proposal…