Author: Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi

Boris Johnson, former British prime minister

London, UK – Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson could stage a dramatic return to Parliament, according to close ally, Jacob Rees-Mogg. Speaking on GB News, Rees-Mogg suggested that Johnson might contest the Runcorn and Helsby by-election if the seat becomes available. The speculation follows the sentencing of current MP Mike Amesbury, who was handed a 10-week prison sentence after pleading guilty to assaulting a constituent. Despite his conviction, Amesbury—who was originally elected as a Labour MP—has refused to step down. However, local voters could trigger a by-election if 10 percent of constituents sign a recall petition. Read Also: A Tory-Reform…

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Lagos Assembly crisis: Will Meranda step down for Lagos West?

Lagos, Nigeria– The zoning arrangement for the Lagos State House of Assembly speakership has further fuelled the ongoing crisis, with recent indications suggesting that the position has been zoned to Lagos West. Political leaders from the region have been pushing for a fair balance of power, arguing that with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu hailing from Lagos Central, it is only justifiable for the next Speaker to emerge from Lagos West or Lagos East to maintain regional equity. Consequently, pressure is mounting within the All-Progressives Congress (APC) and Abuja for Speaker Mojisola Meranda to step down. A reliable source told New Daily…

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El-Rufai criticized for accusing Tinubu of betrayal over ministerial snub

Abuja, Nigeria—Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has come under heavy criticism following his Monday night interview, in which he claimed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu personally rejected his ministerial nomination. This refuted earlier reports that his disqualification was due to security concerns raised by the National Assembly. The New Daily Prime previously reported El-Rufai’s assertion that Tinubu had initially promised him a ministerial role but later changed his mind. However, the revelation has sparked widespread condemnation from Tinubu loyalists, political figures, and Nigerians across social media. Many pro-Tinubu voices have dismissed El-Rufai’s comments, accusing him of bitterness after failing…

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Lagos Assembly crisis: media exaggerating situation, says APC Chieftain

Amid rumours circulating online about her resignation, Princess Mojisola Meranda, the newly elected Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has firmly denied stepping down. In a statement released Tuesday, the Rt. Hon. Speaker reaffirmed her position, declaring that she remains in office and has no plans to resign. Meranda, responding to the reports, emphasized that she is actively fulfilling her legislative responsibilities and dismissed claims of her departure as baseless. Her Chief Press Secretary, Segun Ajiboye, also addressed the controversy, labelling the resignation rumours as “a lie from the pit of hell.” “There is no truth in the…

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Zelensky furious as Trump, Putin demand Ukrainian elections before peace deal

Trump and Putin push for Ukrainian elections before a peace deal, sparking outrage from Zelensky. U.S.-Russia talks exclude Ukraine, fueling geopolitical tensions. WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Donald Trump has called for Ukrainian presidential elections, arguing that Volodymyr Zelensky lacks the legitimacy to negotiate on behalf of the Ukrainian people. Trump cited Zelensky’s declining approval ratings and his use of martial law to remain in power. The demand has sparked intense geopolitical debate, with critics arguing that holding an election in war-torn Ukraine could destabilize the government and potentially lead to the rise of a pro-Putin candidate who may be willing…

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Secret deal: U.S. bid for 50% control of Ukraine's resources

The U.S. and Ukraine should form a joint investment fund” – A key point in the proposed deal to control Ukraine’s resources U.S. President Donald Trump has demanded repayment for the military aid and financial assistance the United States has provided to Ukraine since the start of the war with Russia. Trump insists that Ukraine should compensate the U.S. with $500 billion worth of rare earth minerals to cover the cost of American support. The US president also claimed that Ukraine had already agreed to grant the U.S. access to its natural resources, amounting to $500 billion. Experts argue that…

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Breaking: DSS Reveals Why It Took Over Lagos Assembly Complex!

The Department of State Services (DSS) has justified its presence at the Lagos State House of Assembly, stating that it was mobilized in response to a request from lawmakers to prevent a possible forceful reinstatement of the impeached Speaker by unauthorized groups. In light of escalating tensions surrounding the security takeover of the Assembly, which included the sealing of offices belonging to the Speaker and his Deputy, the DSS clarified that its deployment was not an invasion but a necessary measure to uphold order and safety at the legislative complex. In a statement released on Monday, the DSS explained that…

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Russia rejects

Trump’s Ukraine plan may cost the EU $3 trillion. His secret talks with Putin shock EU leaders, fueling NATO tensions and raising concerns over U.S. support. The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, which began on February 24, 2022, when Russia launched a full-scale invasion, continues to escalate as geopolitical tensions rise. Russia has long opposed NATO’s eastward expansion, perceiving it as a direct threat to its national security. U.S. President Donald Trump is now pressuring European Union (EU) leaders to take the lead in ensuring peace in Ukraine. However, according to Bloomberg, his demands could stretch EU resources and…

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A Nigerian migrant wins UK asylum after joining IPOB, despite a judge admitting her claims were false. Case sparks debate over UK immigration laws and reforms. A UK Judge Grants Asylum Despite Acknowledging Deception. A Nigerian migrant, who had unsuccessfully sought asylum in the UK eight times, was ultimately granted the right to stay after joining the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), a group classified as a terrorist organization in Nigeria but not proscribed in the UK. The ruling judge, Gemma Loughran, admitted that the 49-year-old woman’s political beliefs were not genuine and that her involvement with IPOB was solely…

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Elon Musk slams U.S. immigration spending, Trump suggests dismantling FEMA, and political tensions rise over migrant aid and disaster relief funding. Elon Musk has criticized the U.S. government’s allocation of $59 million in federal funds, calling it “gross insubordination to the President’s executive order” and stating that the money would be recouped. The figure has sparked controversy, as officials have not provided clarity on its origin or details. The New York City mayor’s office reported receiving $81 million in payments from the federal government for immigration-related expenses, with $59 million allocated toward housing costs and $19 million specifically for hotels.…

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