Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Democratic Party Sues Trump Administration Over Election Law Changes. The Democratic Party has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over new executive measures that seek to impose major changes on the US election system, including requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration and limiting the counting of mail-in ballots. The lawsuit, filed on Monday in a Washington federal court, challenges the executive order titled “Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections,” which prevents states from counting mail-in ballots arriving after election day and mandates that voters present citizenship documents, such as a passport, when registering to vote.…

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour Criticises Health Scheme, Sanwo-Olu’s Aide Defends Policy. The Lagos State Government has responded to criticism from former governorship candidate Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour regarding Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s Executive Order on the Social Health Insurance Scheme. Rhodes-Vivour expressed concerns that the scheme would worsen economic hardship by mandating a ₦15,000 monthly contribution from residents. However, Sanwo-Olu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, clarified that the required amount is an annual premium, not a monthly fee. Akosile explained that the initiative aligns with the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) Act of 2022, which mandates social health insurance for…

Ponzi Scheme Operators Face 10-Year Jail Term And ₦20 Million Fine Under New Law. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced stricter penalties for promoters and operators of Ponzi schemes in Nigeria, following the enactment of the Investments and Securities Act (ISA) 2025. Under the new law, individuals involved in fraudulent investment schemes face a minimum prison sentence of 10 years and a fine of no less than ₦20 million. This marks a significant shift in Nigeria’s regulatory framework, equipping the SEC with enhanced powers to crack down on fraudulent financial activities that have victimised millions of Nigerians.…

Danish Prime Minister To Visit Greenland Amid U.S. Interest. Denmark’s Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, is set to visit Greenland on Wednesday for talks with the territory’s incoming government, as international interest in the Arctic island continues to grow. The visit follows repeated expressions of interest from U.S. President Donald Trump in Greenland, as well as a recent trip by U.S. Vice President JD Vance, which was met with a frosty reception from both Denmark and Greenland’s leadership. Greenland’s incoming Prime Minister, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, who recently won the general election and is forming a coalition government, welcomed Frederiksen’s visit, reaffirming…

Minister Warns Oil Block Owners Over Development Delays. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has issued a stern warning to oil block owners who have failed to develop their allocated resources, threatening to withdraw such licences. Speaking on the matter, the minister emphasised the government’s commitment to maximising the country’s oil and gas potential. He noted that undeveloped oil blocks pose a significant challenge to Nigeria’s energy sector and economic growth, stressing that action must be taken against non-performing operators. “We cannot afford to have valuable oil assets lying fallow while the country seeks…

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Accuses Senate President Akpabio And Yahaya Bello Of Plotting Her Assassination. Suspended lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has levelled serious allegations against the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, accusing them of plotting to have her killed and orchestrating her recall petition. Addressing a crowd of supporters at her homecoming rally in Kogi on Tuesday, Akpoti-Uduaghan shared what she described as an alarming sequence of events. She claimed that the recall petition against her, recently received by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), was part of a…

Tinubu Appoints Bashir Bayo Ojulari As NNPC CEO, Restructures Board. President Bola Tinubu has appointed Engineer Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the new Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, replacing Mele Kyari. The restructuring also includes the appointment of Ahmadu Musa Kida as the new non-executive chairman, replacing Chief Pius Akinyelure. The announcement was made by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, who confirmed that all board members appointed alongside Kyari and Akinyelure in November 2023 have been removed. The new 11-member board is expected to drive reforms aimed at increasing investment, improving oil and gas production,…

Icelandic Authorities Act Swiftly As Volcano Erupts Near Grindavik. A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted on Tuesday, prompting swift evacuations in the town of Grindavik and the temporary closure of the popular Blue Lagoon tourist site. This marks the 11th volcanic eruption on the Reykjanes Peninsula since 2021, highlighting a period of heightened geological activity in the region. Aerial footage released by authorities showed molten lava flowing across the landscape, with thick white clouds rising into the sky following the eruption, which began at 9:45 a.m. Grindavik, a small fishing town located around 25 miles southwest of the…

Maryland Man Wrongfully Deported Due To Administrative Error. A Maryland man who was legally residing in the United States has been deported to El Salvador and imprisoned there due to an “administrative error,” officials from the Trump administration confirmed in a court filing on Monday. Despite the mistake, the officials claimed that American courts lacked jurisdiction to secure his release. Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia had been living in the U.S. under protected legal status since October 2019. His wife and five-year-old child are both U.S. citizens. However, on 12 March, immigration agents stopped him and incorrectly informed him that…

Elanga Shines As Nottingham Forest Defeat Manchester United To Boost Champions League Hopes. Anthony Elanga once called Old Trafford home, but on Tuesday night, he left Manchester United trailing in his wake. The 22-year-old winger produced a stunning solo effort, sprinting 70 yards before calmly slotting the ball into the bottom corner, sealing Nottingham Forest’s 1-0 victory over his former club. Despite the moment of brilliance, Elanga showed respect by refusing to celebrate against the team where he spent a decade developing his craft. The win keeps Forest’s Champions League ambitions alive, as they remain third in the…

Saka Shines On Return As Arsenal Secure Victory Despite Injury Concerns. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta saw Bukayo Saka mark his long-awaited return with a goal in their 2-1 win over Fulham, but the victory was overshadowed by fresh injury concerns ahead of their Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid. Brazilian defender Gabriel limped off in the first half with a hamstring injury, adding to Arsenal’s growing list of absentees. His setback comes as the Gunners have already lost Kai Havertz for the season to a similar issue. Jurrien Timber also had to be withdrawn with a knee problem, while…

Real Madrid Reach Copa Del Rey Final After Dramatic Extra-Time Winner. Real Madrid kept their Treble hopes alive in spectacular fashion as Antonio Rüdiger headed home a dramatic extra-time winner against Real Sociedad, securing a place in the Copa del Rey final. The German defender, introduced as a substitute, rose highest to meet Arda Güler’s 115th-minute corner, flicking a header past goalkeeper Alex Remiro to send the Santiago Bernabéu into raptures. A Thriller at the Bernabéu   With Sociedad holding a 1-0 lead from the first leg, the visitors struck first through Ander Barrenetxea in the 16th minute. However,…