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Former U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that European countries remain uncertain about how to bring an end to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, now in its third year. Speaking at the White House on Friday, Trump warned that without a resolution, the conflict could escalate into “World War III.” When asked why no European nation had proposed a peace deal without U.S. involvement, he asserted that he alone could end the war. “They’re in a very unusual position; they don’t know how to end the war,” Trump said. “I think I do know how to end the war.” Despite past…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has commenced the screening of aspirants vying for its Anambra State governorship ticket ahead of the party’s primary election scheduled for April 5, 2025. The screening exercise, which began on Friday at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja, is being conducted by a committee inaugurated by the party’s National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. The committee is chaired by former Katsina State Governor, Ibrahim Shema, and is expected to conclude today (Saturday). The seven aspirants who obtained nomination forms and are undergoing screening include Hon. Chukuma Michael Umeoji, Prof. Obiora Francis Okonkwo, Nicholas Chukwujeku Ukachukwu,…

Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has commended the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) for its renewed dedication to advancing development in the Niger Delta, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda. Speaking in Owerri on Friday at the unveiling of the Commission’s 25th-anniversary logo and the Niger Delta Sports Festival mascot, Uzodimma praised NDDC for overcoming political challenges and consistently delivering on its mandate over the past 25 years. He described the Commission as a key force in realizing the President’s vision, highlighting its numerous completed projects across the nine Niger Delta states. The governor also acknowledged NDDC’s…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of six new Chief Medical Directors (CMDs) for federally administered hospitals across the country. The newly appointed CMDs will oversee hospitals in Akure, Gombe, Azare, Lafia, Maiduguri, and Kafanchan. The appointees include: • Prof. Olusegun Sylvester Ojo – Chief Medical Director, Federal Teaching Hospital, Akure, Ondo State. • Prof. Yusuf Mohammed Abdullahi – Reappointed as Chief Medical Director, Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe, Gombe State. • Dr. Dauda Abubakar Katagum – Confirmed as substantive Chief Medical Director, Federal Teaching Hospital, Azare, Bauchi State. • Dr. Ikrama Hassan – Chief Medical Director, newly upgraded…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called for the immediate reinstatement of suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of orchestrating a cover-up. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended on Thursday following the Senate’s adoption of a report by the Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions. The resolution bars her from all legislative activities for six months, effective March 6, 2025. In a statement, PDP spokesperson Debo Ologunagba condemned the suspension as a violation of parliamentary conventions and fair hearing. The party argued that the decision effectively strips the people of Kogi Central of their…

The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide has called for an immediate end to attacks on residents of Isi-Uzo Local Government Area in Enugu State. The group, in a statement on Friday, urged security agencies to apprehend those responsible for the recent violence and ensure justice for the victims. Their demand follows a protest by women in Eha-Amufu, Isi-Uzo, decrying escalating attacks by suspected Fulani herdsmen, including reported cases of rape. The chairman of the local government confirmed that a woman was raped but claimed the protest was politically motivated. Reacting to the development, the National President of the Ohanaeze Youth…

– By Sylvester Udemezue 1. This commentary is not about the merit of the accusations by or actions of the Senate leadership against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan nor about the propriety or legality of Senate’s power of discipline against its members, nor about the allegations by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against the Senate President. The comment focuses on examining the extent of legal propriety and validity (if any) of the proceedings and procedural steps leading to suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on 06 March 2025. 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝: 2. Vanguard Newspapers had reported that on Thursday [20 February 2025] that “a heated confrontation erupted…

The Federal High Court in Abuja has warned that it may strike out a lawsuit filed against Senator Iyabo Obasanjo and others over a land dispute in Asokoro, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), due to the plaintiffs’ failure to diligently prosecute the case. Justice Inyang Ekwo issued the warning on Thursday after the plaintiffs, ABB Electrical Systems Limited and Ambassador Yohana Margif, along with their legal representative, failed to appear in court. The plaintiffs had sued Obasanjo, former FCT Senator Philip Aduda, and five others, alleging an attempt to unlawfully seize Plot 4254, Cadastral Zone A04, a 1.67-hectare property. At the…

Gunmen stormed a pharmacy in Agyaragu, Jenkwe Development Area of Obi Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, shooting a young lady and abducting the pharmacy owner along with two of his employees. The attack, which occurred on Thursday around 8:44 p.m., lasted for nearly an hour without any intervention from security forces. According to a source, the armed assailants raided Emmy Gold Pharmacy Nigeria Limited, firing sporadically. In the process, they shot a young lady who was passing by before abducting the pharmacy proprietor and his two salesboys. “The gunmen were heavily armed, and their gunshots sent everyone running for safety,”…

The naira has depreciated further in the parallel market, trading at N1,550 per dollar, as demand for foreign exchange from retail end users surges. The local currency had started the week at N1,498 per dollar and remained relatively stable in recent weeks before experiencing this decline. However, in the official market, the naira closed at N1,500 per dollar. Abdul Hassan, a Lagos-based Bureau De Change (BDC) operator, attributed the pressure to increased demand in the parallel market. “Everybody is moving to the parallel market, and we have seen rising pressure there. With little control from the regulator, speculators seem to…