Nigeria Declares Public Holidays for Eid-ul-Fitr

The Federal Government has declared Thursday, March 19th, and Friday, March 20th, 2026 as public holidays to mark Eid-ul-Fitr. Interior Minister Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo urges responsible celebration and prayers for national unity.

Rights Group Seeks Release of Sylva's Detained Aides

The Centre for Justice and Equity calls for the immediate release of four aides to former Minister Timipre Sylva, detained since October 2025 without formal charges, citing human rights abuses and due process concerns.

ADC Slams El-Rufai Detention as Rights Abuse

The African Democratic Congress accuses the ICPC of illegally detaining former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai for over 30 days, threatening to involve Amnesty International.

Iranian Commander Begs Mossad Agent in Leaked Call

A senior Iranian police commander begged an Israeli Mossad agent for assistance to overthrow the Islamic Republic in a leaked phone call, revealing internal security fractures amid ongoing strikes.

Bauchi APC Crisis: Yuguda Accuses Tuggar of Bribery, Division

Former Bauchi Governor Isa Yuguda has launched a scathing attack on Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar, accusing him of offering a $150,000 bribe to influence party affairs and fueling division within the APC. Yuguda rejects 'politics of pettiness' whi

Labour Party Fixes May 23, 2027 for Presidential Primary

The Labour Party has scheduled its presidential primary for May 23, 2027, approved by the NEC in Abuja. The party also set dates for other primaries, congresses, and a national convention, while addressing internal issues and expanding membership registra

Kim Jong Un Wins 99.93% in North Korea Election

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has secured a landslide victory with 99.93% of the vote in a tightly controlled parliamentary election, signaling major political restructuring and potential constitutional changes.

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