Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s trip to Saint Lucia, a Caribbean island nation. He described it as an inappropriate ‘holidaying’ amidst Nigeria’s severe socio-economic and security challenges. In a statement issued on his X page on Saturday, Mr Obi expressed his bewilderment at the Presidency’s announcement that Mr Tinubu would depart Abuja on Saturday for official engagements and personal leisure…

As tensions rise dramatically following the outbreak of war between Israel and Iran, fears over the possibility of a nuclear-armed Iran have resurfaced — with particular concern about the UK’s ability to respond if such weapons were ever launched its way. The escalation has brought renewed urgency to the question: how vulnerable is Britain to a nuclear strike — and how long would we have to react? Currently, Israeli intelligence…

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has restated his administration’s commitment to resolving the local government leadership issue in the state through legal and peaceful means. In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed yesterday, Mr Adeleke congratulated the people of Osun on the recent Court of Appeal judgement. READ ALSO: Davido mocks APC’s Owoeye over alleged Adeleke-Tinubu defection deal The judgement he described as a final affirmation of the…

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike met with President Bola Tinubu yesterday evening accompanied by three former governors from the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP). The meeting, which took place at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, featured Wike’s political allies and members of the now-defunct G5 —a faction that distanced itself from PDP leadership in the lead-up to the 2023 elections. Among those present were former Ekiti State governor Ayodele Fayose, ex-Benue…

Less than 48 hours after Israel launched a series of airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, Britain has begun deploying military jets and refuelling aircraft to the Middle East. The move, authorized by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, has ignited a fierce national debate over the UK’s preparedness for a wider war—possibly World War III. The strikes by Israel, which targeted key Iranian military and nuclear sites, have drawn mixed reactions…

The UK has joined Western allies in expressing support for Israel’s military strikes on Iranian nuclear and military facilities—escalating fears that the Middle East could be on the brink of full-scale war. As air raids continue, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has deployed RAF fighter jets to the region, calling the move a necessary step to “defend British interests and support regional stability.” Israel launched a barrage of missile strikes…

British households are bracing for a second rise in council tax under the Labour government in 2025, this time to fund local policing, as pressure mounts on public finances and local services. The new development comes amid warnings that the burden is quietly being shifted to families already dealing with inflation, stagnant wages, and a stretched economy. This latest increase will come in addition to the council tax hike introduced…

The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has refuted claims that its political structure has crumbled following the recent defection of its former Publicity Secretary, Hakeem Amode, and others to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The New Daily Prime reported that mass defection hit the party on Monday as prominent members joined APC following on the path of Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, who was…

By Friday Omosola and Helen Okechukwu The frequent visits of suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to President Bola Tinubu have sparked speculation, especially amid recent waves of defections from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Several PDP governors, including Akwa Ibom State’s Umo Eno and Delta State’s Sheriff Oborevwori, have reportedly aligned more closely with the APC in recent months, fueling rumors of…

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has attributed the upper chamber’s approval of key tax reform bills to a commitment to national progress rather than political or regional loyalties. In a statement issued through his spokesperson, Eseme Eyiboh, Akpabio noted that the National Assembly thoroughly reviewed the bills sent by President Bola Tinubu, incorporating feedback from various stakeholders through transparent dialogue and rigorous scrutiny. The tax reform package, comprising the Nigeria Revenue…

A majority of Conservative voters now want Boris Johnson to return as party leader, potentially replacing Kemi Badenoch, according to new polling that exposes deep dissatisfaction within Tory ranks. Exclusive data commissioned by The Telegraph and conducted by Survation shows that two-thirds of Conservative supporters believe Mr Johnson, who resigned in 2022 amid scandal, would make a better leader than Badenoch. The figures are sparking fresh speculation about a possible…

Boris Johnson’s rumored return to politics has taken a major blow, as a new poll shows Nigel Farage pulling far ahead of him in key Red Wall seats. The survey, conducted by Merlin Strategy and shared with GB News, shows Farage leading Johnson by 15 points among voters in these former Labour strongholds. The poll reveals that just 12% of Red Wall voters would pick Johnson as their top choice,…