Author: Damilola Olufemi

A U.S. appeals court on Wednesday declared former President Donald Trump’s executive order limiting birthright citizenship unconstitutional, affirming a lower court’s decision to halt the directive nationwide. Trump’s controversial order—which sought to deny automatic citizenship to children born on U.S. soil to undocumented immigrants or those on temporary visas—has been locked in legal disputes for months and is currently paused by a federal court. Last month, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that some lower courts may have overstepped their bounds by issuing nationwide injunctions against several Trump-era policies, including the birthright citizenship order. Despite that, the Ninth Circuit Court of…

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has pledged that leaders of the newly formed opposition coalition will fully back whoever emerges as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the 2027 elections. Speaking in Port Harcourt on Wednesday, the former Rivers State governor emphasised the coalition’s commitment to a credible selection process. “The moment anybody emerges from the primary, all of us will support; that’s the agreement,” Amaechi told journalists. “We insist on a free and fair, transparent primary,” he added. Amaechi, a former stalwart of the All Progressives Congress (APC), also aimed at the current administration,…

The United States announced on Tuesday that it has officially withdrawn from UNESCO, the UN agency known for its work in culture and education, including the designation of World Heritage Sites. The decision, according to the U.S. government, stems from concerns over the organization’s alleged bias against Israel and its promotion of what it called “divisive” agendas. “Continued involvement in UNESCO is not in the national interest of the United States,” said State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce. The move aligns with former President Donald Trump’s long-standing position. Trump had initially pulled the U.S. out of UNESCO in 2017 during his…

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has gained entry into the National Assembly complex in Abuja after initially being denied access. The senator, currently under a six-month suspension imposed by the Senate, had vowed to return to legislative duties, citing a court ruling which, according to her, supported her reinstatement. Her attempt to resume on Tuesday was initially blocked, as security operatives stopped her convoy from entering the premises. Senator Natasha, who was in a black vehicle, was turned back, along with another car ahead of hers that carried activist Aisha Yesufu. Despite the setback, Natasha later stepped out of her vehicle and…

The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, says he once turned down a ₦120 million house gift during his tenure as governor of Anambra State, choosing instead to have classrooms built in its place. Obi, who marked his 64th birthday on Saturday, July 19, made this known while expressing gratitude to Nigerians for their birthday wishes. Though appreciative of the goodwill shown, he explained that he does not indulge in birthday celebrations and would rather see such gestures redirected to projects that serve the public good. “I recall vividly when I turned 50 during my time as governor. One…

Activist Aisha Yesufu has declared her support for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, pledging to accompany the Kogi Central lawmaker to the National Assembly on Tuesday, as the senator insists on resuming duties despite objections from the Senate leadership. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Monday, Yesufu argued that the senator had every legal right to return to office, referencing a court decision that nullified her suspension. “I think Senator Natasha has every right to resume office, and by tomorrow, she is not going to resume alone. Some people are going to go with her, and I’ll be one of them,”…

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, sustained minor injuries in a road accident that occurred along the Daura-Katsina highway while on official assignment. The incident was confirmed on Monday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Mohammed, who assured the public that the governor is in stable condition and has not suffered any serious harm. Despite the mishap, Mohammed noted that Radda remains in high spirits and is grateful to Almighty Allah for divine protection. He also extended appreciation to the people of Katsina and other well-wishers for their outpouring of prayers and concern. “I’m pleased to confirm that I…

With its 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government set to expire on July 23, the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has warned of a possible nationwide shutdown of medical services if its demands are not addressed. The NMA President, Prof. Bala Audu, reaffirmed the association’s readiness to take decisive action, saying, “We have made our position clear. The ultimatum ends on July 23, and if the Federal Government does not address our demands, we may have no choice but to proceed with a strike.” The ultimatum, issued on July 2, was prompted by a circular from the National Salaries, Incomes and…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has addressed growing questions around the delay in the full membership of former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, and former Kaduna State governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai. The clarification came as the former Director-General of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum, Mr. C.I.D. Maduabum officially resigned from the PDP and joined the ADC. In a related development, APC chieftain in Delta State, Chief Ayiri Emami, dismissed speculation that former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, plans to defect from the APC to the ADC ahead of the 2027 general elections. Meanwhile, members…

The Senate has issued a stern warning to suspended Kogi senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, advising her not to attempt a return to the National Assembly ahead of the expiration of her suspension. Senator Yemi Adaramodu, Chair of the Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, made this clear in a statement released on Sunday, saying there is no valid court ruling compelling the Senate to reinstate Akpoti-Uduaghan immediately. “The Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria wishes to reaffirm, for the third time, that there is no subsisting court order mandating the Senate to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan before the expiration…