By Ayomide Otitoju Mark Carney was officially sworn in as Canada’s 24th prime minister on Friday, assuming leadership at a time of escalating trade tensions with the United States following President Donald Trump’s return to office. The ruling Liberal Party overwhelmingly backed Carney to replace outgoing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, banking on his expertise as…
By Ayomide Otitoju Amid economic challenges facing the nation, President Bola Tinubu has reassured Nigerians of hope, reaffirming his commitment to a responsive and inclusive government. Speaking on Friday while receiving the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) at the Presidential Villa, Tinubu acknowledged the difficulties stemming from his administration’s decision to remove fuel subsidies…
By Ayomide Otitoju The political crisis in Rivers State has deepened as the State House of Assembly has called on the Department of State Services (DSS) to investigate Chief Judge Justice Simeon Amadi over alleged age falsification. During Thursday’s plenary session, House Leader Hon. Major Jack presented documents purportedly supporting the allegation to Speaker Martin…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has inaugurated a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Unit as part of its commitment to fostering inclusive growth and sustainable impact across communities. According to NCS spokesperson Abdullahi Maiwada, the CSR Unit will oversee projects under the “Customs Cares” initiative, which aligns with national development priorities and the…
By Ayomide Otitoju Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has declared his support for Labour Party’s Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 general elections, signaling a potential political realignment. During a closed-door meeting with Obi at the Government House on Thursday, the two leaders discussed national issues, governance, and potential collaboration. “As a person, I am…
By Ayomide Otitoju Rivers State activist Jake Epelle has dismissed any attempt by former governor Nyesom Wike and his loyalists in the State House of Assembly to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara, declaring that such a move would not succeed. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Thursday, Epelle criticized Wike for allegedly orchestrating the…
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced a €4.7 billion ($5 billion) investment package for South Africa, as the European Union (EU) seeks to strengthen its influence in the region. Speaking at a summit with European Council President Antonio Costa and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, von der Leyen said €4.4 billion would…
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 200% tariff on wine, champagne, and other alcoholic products from European Union (EU) countries, escalating tensions over the bloc’s planned levies on American whiskey. Trump, who has frequently used tariffs as a tool in trade disputes, issued the warning on Thursday following the EU’s announcement of…
By Ayomide Otitoju The 2023 Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, on Thursday held a closed-door meeting with the Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, at the Ramat House in Bauchi. While the purpose of the meeting was not immediately disclosed, both political figures were expected to address journalists after their discussions….
