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City Boy Movement Launches South-South Youth Tour in Edo State, Gains Government Backing

By Elizabeth Ugbo The Minister of State for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, alongside Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo and a…

US Offers $10M Reward for Information on Iraqi Militia Leader

By Elizabeth Ugbo The United States Department of State announced on Thursday that it is offering up to $10 million…

Stakeholders’ Meeting in Ogun Central: Dispute Over Amosun’s Influence Sparks Debate

By Elizabeth Ugbo A stakeholders’ meeting in Ogun Central has sparked controversy following conflicting reports about the reception of Ibikunle…

Central Bank of Nigeria Raises Card Fees to N1,500, Unveils New Bank Charges Effective May 2026

By Elizabeth Ugbo The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has increased debit and credit card issuance fees to N1,500, effective…

Alleged Coup Plot in Nigeria: Military, Civil Trials Spark Legal Controversy

By Elizabeth Ugbo Nigeria faces intense scrutiny as authorities prosecute an alleged coup plot against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. On…

Zoning in Nigeria: Equity at Home vs Politics in Abuja

By Elizabeth Ugbo Since Nigeria returned to democracy in 1999, politicians have loudly defended zoning at the national level. Yet,…

Hadi Sirika Declares 2027 Senate Bid Amid EFCC Trial

By Elizabeth Ugbo Former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika has announced his intention to contest the Katsina North Senatorial seat in…

US–Iran Naval Standoff Escalates in Strait of Hormuz Amid Maritime Seizures

By Elizabeth Ugbo On Thursday, the Pentagon confirmed that the United States military conducted a maritime interdiction and right-of-visit operation…

Lebanon–Israel Talks Spark Division as War Intensifies

By Elizabeth Ugbo Lebanon and Israel have entered rare direct talks in Washington, DC, on April 24, 2026, to address…

Why Wale Edun Was Removed: Inside Tinubu’s Cabinet Shake-Up

By Elizabeth Ugbo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu removed Finance Minister Wale Edun in April 2026 in Abuja, Nigeria, amid rising…