Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Tinubu Focused On Economic Policies, Not 2027 Election – Presidency. The Presidency has stated that President Bola Tinubu is not preoccupied with the 2027 election but is instead focused on implementing economic policies aimed at improving the lives of Nigerians. Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, made this known in a post on his X page, emphasising that the president prioritises long-term economic stability over political manoeuvring. Economic Progress Under Tinubu Dare highlighted several economic achievements under Tinubu’s leadership, including an increase in foreign reserves, a reduction in inflation, and a positive trade balance. “We’ve…

Nigerian Air Force Eliminates Notorious Bandit Leaders In Katsina Airstrike. The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has successfully neutralised two notorious bandit leaders, Gero (Alhaji) and Alhaji Riga, along with over 20 of their fighters, in a precision airstrike in Katsina State. The operation, carried out by the Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma, targeted fortified bandit camps in Unguwar Goga Hillforest, Ruwan Godiya Ward, in Faskari Local Government Area. The strike took place in the early hours of Wednesday, 13 March. Significant Blow to Bandit Networks According to a statement issued by the Deputy NAF Spokesman, Group Captain…

Cargo Ship Captain Charged With Gross Negligence Manslaughter After North Sea Collision. The captain of a cargo ship involved in a fatal collision with an oil tanker in the North Sea has been charged with gross negligence manslaughter, authorities have confirmed. Vladimir Motin, 59, from Primorsky, St Petersburg, Russia, has been remanded in custody and is set to appear before Hull Magistrates’ Court on Saturday, according to Humberside Police. The incident occurred on Monday at around 10:00 GMT when the Portuguese-flagged Solong collided with the US-registered tanker Stena Immaculate off the East Yorkshire coast. Missing Crew Member…

Appeal Court Suspends Sanusi Lamido Sanusi’s Reinstatement As Emir Of Kano. The Court of Appeal in Abuja has suspended the reinstatement of Sanusi Lamido Sanusi as the 16th Emir of Kano, pending a final ruling by the Supreme Court. The decision halts the enforcement of the court’s earlier judgment, which had upheld the Kano State Government’s repeal of the 2019 Emirate Council Law. A three-member panel of justices, led by Justice Okon Abang, ruled that all actions related to Sanusi’s reinstatement must be paused until the Supreme Court delivers its verdict on the matter. Legal Battle Over Kano Emirate…

Power Bank Likely Caused South Korea Plane Fire, Investigators Say. A malfunctioning power bank was likely the cause of a fire that destroyed a passenger plane in South Korea in January, according to interim investigation results released by local authorities. The Air Busan aircraft caught fire on 28 January at Gimhae International Airport, located in the country’s south. Three passengers sustained minor injuries in the incident. Investigation Findings South Korea’s transport ministry stated on Friday that insulation inside the power bank’s battery may have broken down, leading to the fire. The damaged device was found in an overhead luggage…

No Deaths Recorded In Osun Amotekun Recruitment Training – Corps Chairman. The Osun Amotekun Corps has dismissed claims of fatalities during its ongoing recruitment training, assuring the public that all applicants who experienced health issues have received medical attention and are recovering. Addressing a press conference at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Ede on Friday, the Chairman of the Corps’ Board, AIG Wale Abass (Rtd), refuted allegations of political bias in the recruitment process, describing them as unfounded and malicious. False Claims and Political Exploitation Abass stated that reports suggesting three cadets had died during training were…

Nobody Can Remove Governor Fubara, Says Ex-Rivers LG Chairman Ihunwo. A former Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area in Rivers State, Chijioke Ihunwo, has declared that despite the ongoing political crisis in the state, no one can remove Governor Siminalayi Fubara from office. Speaking in Port Harcourt on Friday, Ihunwo alleged that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, was attempting to position the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, for the governorship. However, he insisted that such plans had failed and would not succeed. Calls for Equity in Leadership Ihunwo…

Mark Carney Sworn In As Canada’s New Prime Minister. Mark Carney has officially been sworn in as Canada’s new Prime Minister at a ceremony held at Rideau Hall in Ottawa. During the ceremony, he pledged his allegiance to King Charles III, as well as his heirs and successors. Following his swearing-in, members of his new cabinet also took their oaths of office. Speaking briefly to reporters as he arrived, Carney stated, “We’re going to get straight to work,” signalling his administration’s readiness to tackle pressing national issues. First Official Trip to Europe In a departure from tradition, Carney is…

Dangote Refinery Reduces Petrol Price To N815 per Litre Amidst Market Competition. Dangote Petroleum Refinery has further slashed the loading price of its petrol from N825 to N815 per litre, intensifying competition in Nigeria’s downstream oil sector. The reduction, announced on Thursday, is expected to influence market dynamics as independent marketers take advantage of the price drop. Reports indicate that fuel marketers are now bypassing depot owners and sourcing petrol directly from the refinery. This shift could pressure depot operators to further lower their prices to remain competitive. Impact on Market Prices   According to The Guardian, the landing…

Cholera Outbreak in Ethiopia’s Gambella Region Claims 31 Lives, Rapidly Spreading. At least 31 people have died from more than 1,500 reported cases of cholera in Ethiopia’s Gambella region over the past month, according to a warning issued by Doctors Without Borders (MSF) on Friday. The international medical humanitarian organisation described the outbreak as “rapidly spreading” and exacerbated by an influx of people fleeing violence in neighbouring South Sudan. “Cholera is rapidly spreading across western Ethiopia and, in parallel, the outbreak in South Sudan is ongoing, endangering thousands of lives,” MSF stated. Several regions of Ethiopia, Africa’s second-most…

Jandor Meets Tinubu, Set To Disclose New Party. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, who was the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State during the 2023 general election, is expected to announce his next political move on Monday. This development follows his recent resignation from the PDP on 4th March 2025, citing persistent internal conflicts, anti-party activities, and acts of sabotage. His departure from the party has fuelled speculation about his next steps, with many anticipating that he will soon declare his alignment with a new political platform. Jandor’s upcoming announcement comes after…

US Congress Urges President Trump To Impose Sanctions On Nigeria Over Christian Killings. The United States House of Representatives has called on President Donald Trump to impose sanctions on Nigeria in response to the escalating violence against Christian communities within the country. This development follows a recent congressional hearing where lawmakers expressed deep concern over the Nigerian government’s failure to protect its Christian population from ongoing attacks by militant groups. Congressional Hearing Highlights During the session, legislators criticised the Nigerian authorities for their inaction against militant Fulani herdsmen, who have been implicated in numerous violent incidents targeting Christian communities.…