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Governors, FG Move to End Levies, Checkpoints Blocking Food Flow

The United States Department of State has announced the resumption of student visa processing for international applicants, with a new requirement mandating public access to all social media accounts as part of a broader national security vetting process.

In a significant political realignment ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, former Vice President Namadi Sambo has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The move signals a notable shift in Nigeria’s evolving political landscape, especially as both major parties prepare for a high-stakes contest.

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) and Chinese government data, China is expected to reach peak oil demand as early as 2026, marking a critical turning point in global energy dynamics. This comes as electric vehicle (EV) sales soar, reshaping transportation and weakening oil’s dominance in the world’s largest car market and second-largest economy.

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The energy landscape in Nigeria is shifting dramatically and at the center of this transformation is the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. Set to begin nationwide distribution of petrol and diesel from August 15, this move bypasses traditional depot owners and transport unions, creating both opportunities and threats across the downstream sector.

In a dramatic turn of events that has shaken Nigeria’s financial and political corridors, former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele has been arraigned over the alleged unlawful possession of 753 luxury duplexes and a staggering ₦4 billion in questionable funds. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) brought the charges forward in a move that underscores the administration’s renewed push against corruption within public institutions.

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On Thursday, President Bola Tinubu conferred national honours on 66 distinguished Nigerians during a joint session of the National Assembly, in recognition of their service to the country. Among the honourees was Labaran Maku, former Minister of Information, who was awarded the Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON). However, the award has raised eyebrows, as Maku was previously conferred with a higher national honour Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) in 2014 unde

Kenneth Okonkwo, a former spokesperson and prominent member of the Labour Party (LP), has publicly accused Peter Obi, the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, of betrayal and political missteps that he claims are jeopardizing Obi’s future in politics. Speaking in an interview with Symfoni TV, Okonkwo alleged that Obi has failed to address the leadership crisis that has plagued the party since the 2023 general elections. He criticized Obi’s continued association with the Ju

In response to mounting concerns over food scarcity and agricultural challenges, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has announced a three-day national prayer and fasting initiative aimed at seeking divine intervention for national protection and sustainable food systems.

Former Ekiti governor Kayode Fayemi argues Nigeria’s democracy remains incomplete, urging a shift from mere elections to governance grounded in integrity, inclusion, and citizen impact.

Bello el-Rufai, a member of the House of Representatives, has admitted that his past criticism of former President Goodluck Jonathan was misguided, describing it as a product of youthful naivety.

The United States has firmly distanced itself from Israel’s recent large-scale airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear infrastructure, stating it played no role in the operation and cautioning Tehran not to target U.S. interests in the region.

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk privately reached out to former U.S. President Donald Trump before publicly walking back a series of personal and political attacks that had ignited a week-long feud between the two men. According to a White House official who spoke with Reuters, the two held a private phone conversation on the evening of June 10. It was their first direct communication since their widely publicized falling-out earlier that month.

n a dramatic escalation of Middle East tensions, Israeli military forces are reportedly preparing to launch a strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, possibly within days. This development comes even as high-stakes nuclear negotiations between the U.S. and Iran are scheduled to resume this Sunday in Oman.

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A civic coalition known as Rivers Women Unite for Sim (RWUS) has issued a strong call for the immediate reinstatement of Siminalayi Fubara as the democratically elected governor of Rivers State. Gathering in Port Harcourt, the state capital, the women called for "renewed hope, divine strength, and unwavering commitment to the healing and advancement of Rivers State." The meeting served both as a moment of collective prayer and a rallying cry for democratic restoration.