Trump Permanently Revokes Wole Soyinka’s US Visa
The United States government under President Donald Trump has revoked Nobel Laureate and internationally acclaimed writer, Professor Wole Soyinka’s visa to the country. Soyinka disclosed this on Tuesday at Kongi’s Harvest Gallery, Freedom Park, Lagos Island, where he addressed journalists on the issue. Noting that he was taken aback by the decision, Soyinka said he…
Terrorism: Judge Begs Kanu In ‘God’s Name’ To Consult Lawyers
Proceedings in the terrorism trial of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, took a dramatic turn on Monday, as the trial judge resorted to begging the defendant “in the name of God Almighty to consult properly,” before proceeding to defend himself. Noting that Kanu had earlier fired his lawyers and opted…
I’m Under Serious Pressure To Join APC’ – Plateau Gov, Mutfwang
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has said he is seriously being pressured by political figures to dump the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for the All Progressives Congress, APC. Mutfwang made this disclosure during the weekend at an event held at the Banquet Hall of the Government House in Jos. The governor noted his decision to…
Amupitan Pledges Collaboration With National Assembly For Credible, Fair Elections
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan, has pledged to work closely with the National Assembly to deliver a credible, fair, and transparent electoral process for Nigeria. According to a statement by INEC on Monday, Prof. Amupitan made the commitment while addressing participants at the 56th Annual National Conference…
Government Increased Revenue Not Reflecting On Masses — Atedo Peterside
Nigerian entrepreneur and investment banker, Atedo Peterside, has criticised the Federal Government for failing to translate rising revenues into better living conditions for citizens. The economist, in an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, said the government should focus on policies that attract investors and build public confidence in the economy. “The government is supposed…
Mali Ex-PM To Spend Year In Jail After Social Media Post Supporting Political Prisoners
Former Mali prime minister Moussa Mara will spend one year in prison after a Bamako court sentenced him Monday following a social media post supporting political prisoners. His punishment for “undermining the credibility of the state and opposing legitimate authority” additionally includes a one-year suspended sentence. Mara, who was prime minister for eight months from…
Nigeria’s Michelle Alozie Nominated For FIFPRO Women’s World XI (FULL LIST)
Super Falcons defender, Michelle Alozie, has made the shortlist for the FIFPRO Women’s XI with teammates Rasheedat Ajibade, Chiamaka Nnadozie, and Esther Okoronkwo — all instrumental in Nigeria’s 2024 WAFCON triumph — missing out. FIFPRO, which means the Fédération Internationale des Associations de Footballeurs Professionnels, announced the shortlist on Monday. “The FIFPRO Women’s World 11…
PDP Postpones Screening Of Aspirants For 2025 National Convention
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has postponed the screening of aspirants for its 2025 national convention. In a statement on Monday, the opposition party said it was moved due to “unforeseen” issues. “The National Convention Organizing Committee (NCOC) of our great Party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has put on hold the screening of aspirants…
Alleged Defamation: Charges Against Natasha Not Abuse Of Court Process – AGF
The Office of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice has faulted claim by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan that the charges filed against her before the Federal Capital Territory High Court and the Federal High Court Abuja, amounts to an abuse of court process. The AGF’s office said the charges were duly…
NFF Failed To Deliver Promised FIFA-Funded Stadium In Anambra – Peter Obi
The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has taken a swipe at the Nigeria Football Federation for allegedly failing to deliver a promised FIFA-funded stadium in Anambra. In a post on X on Monday, Obi weighed in to recent allegations of fund mismanagement labelled against the NFF. Some reports alleged that NFF misappropriated FIFA…