Saudi Arabia has officially confirmed that Eid al-Fitr will be observed on Friday after the successful sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Authorities in the Kingdom announced that the moon was sighted, signaling the beginning of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic calendar. As a […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed all political appointees with ambitions to contest in the 2027 general elections to resign from their positions on or before March 31, 2026. The directive is part of efforts to ensure compliance with existing electoral guidelines and to promote fairness in the political process ahead of party primaries. It […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the recent terrorist attacks in Maiduguri, describing the incident as “profoundly upsetting” while assuring Nigerians of intensified efforts to combat insecurity. In a State House statement issued on March 17, 2026, the President extended his condolences to the people of Borno State, mourning those who lost […]
By Arogundade Toheeb, Sustainability Consultant In recent times, discussions have intensified regarding the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the significant increase in monthly allocations to Nigeria’s state governments. While it is healthy to critique federal policies, it is equally important to scrutinize how state governments use the funds allocated to them. Many Nigerians […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the official posting of 65 ambassadors-designate to Nigeria’s diplomatic missions across the world and the United Nations. The appointments include 31 career diplomats and 34 non-career ambassadors, whose nominations were earlier confirmed by the Senate in December 2025. According to a statement issued on Friday by the Special Adviser […]
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been confirmed killed following coordinated military strikes carried out by Israel and the United States, Reuters reported on Saturday. According to Reuters, a senior Israeli official disclosed that Khamenei died in the attacks, which targeted Iran’s top leadership. There was no immediate confirmation from Iranian authorities as […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced a revised timetable for the 2027 general elections. According to the new schedule, the Presidential and National Assembly elections will now hold on January 16, 2027, while the Governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections are set for February 6, 2027. This adjustment follows the repeal of […]
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has resigned from office following a request from President Bola Tinubu. Egbetokun is to be replaced by Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Tunji Disu, currently in charge of Force CID Annex, Lagos. Egbetokun, who was appointed as the 22nd indigenous IGP on June 19, 2023, was asked […]
Adekunle Owuye has shared a personal reflection on Hon. Sijuola Rasaq , popularly known as Sijublue, describing him as far more than what critics may perceive. According to Owuye, while some may see a politician returning from the diaspora, he sees a visionary leader deeply connected to his roots, a man of the people whose […]
Sen. Rilwan Adesoji Akanbi (Okanlomo of Ibadanland) has extended heartfelt Ramadan greetings to Muslim faithful across Oyo State as the holy month of fasting and spiritual devotion commences. In a goodwill message made available to the public, Senator Akanbi urged Muslims to embrace the sacred period as a time for increased devotion, discipline, and sincere […]