Utah Governor Names Arrested Suspect In Kirk Killing As Tyler Robinson
The governor of Utah state on Friday named Tyler Robinson as the suspect in the killing of US right-wing activist Charlie Kirk after a massive manhunt. “We got him,” Utah Governor Spencer Cox told a press conference. Cox identified the suspect as Tyler Robinson and said the arrest was made after one of Robinson’s relatives…
2027: Peter Obi Reveals Outcome Of Meeting With Former President Jonathan
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, met with former President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja on Thursday. Obi disclosed the meeting in a post on his verified X handle. The former Anambra State governor described Jonathan as his “elder brother, statesman, and leader.” He said their closed-door meeting was “fruitful” and focused on national…
Reports Links Tinubu’s Medical Trips To Incessant Smoking
Bola Tinubu has reportedly continued his smoking habit, despite repeated efforts by those around him to persuade him to quit. A report seen on SaharaReporters Sources close to the President said that Tinubu remains committed to smoking and has resisted attempts by aides and associates to help him give up the habit. The sources noted…
BREAKING: INEC Shortlists 14 Associations For Political Party Registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has shortlisted 14 associations out of 171 applicants seeking registration as political parties. This was announced in a statement by National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun. Olumekun said the decision followed the Commission’s meeting on Thursday, September 11, 2025, during which it…
Trump To Award Charlie Kirk Posthumous Presidential Medal Of Freedom
US President Donald Trump and other officials paid tribute to slain right-wing activist Charlie Kirk on Thursday as the country marked the 24th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks. Kirk was a “giant of his generation,” and a “champion of liberty,” Trump said at the beginning of his remarks during a 9/11 ceremony at…
FBI Releases Picture Of ‘Person Of Interest’ In Kirk Killing
US authorities investigating the killing of right-wing youth leader Charlie Kirk released pictures Thursday of a man they were hunting, as Donald Trump paid tribute to a “giant of his generation.” Kirk, a 31-year-old superstar on the Republican right who was credited with helping Trump return to the presidency last year, was shot while addressing…
Terrorism: Court Sentences Ansaru Commander To 15 Years Imprisonment
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Thursday convicted and sentenced Mahmud Usman, one of the commanders of Ansaru, a proscribed terrorist organisation, to 15 years imprisonment. Usman, who was arraigned by the Department of State Services (DSS), pleaded guilty to the charge of illegal mining activities. The unlawful activities were said to have…
‘’They Cost Us Maximum Points’’ NFF Blames Two Super Eagles Players For 1-1 Draw With South Africa
The duo of Cyriel Dessers and captain William Troost-Ekong, have been publicly singled out by the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, following the 1-1 draw with South Africa in a 2026 World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. The Super Eagles came into the game needing all three points to stand a chance of qualifying for the tournament….
BREAKING: INEC Recognises David Mark-Led ADC Leadership
The Independent National Electoral Commission on Wednesday officially recognised the David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress. This development followed a period of internal restructuring within the party, which culminated in the emergence of new national officers aimed at repositioning the ADC ahead of future electoral contests. Alongside Mark, other principal officers now officially…
BREAKING: Ex-NNPCL Boss, Mele Kyari Submits Self To EFCC
Mele Kyari, a former Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, Mele Kyari, on Wednesday, visited the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, office. Kyari arrived EFCC’s headquarters in Abuja at about 2:15pm. He was invited to answer questions on financial and technical matters during his time in office. READ…