Ukraine Drone Strike Hits Russia’s Amazon Warehouse, Disrupts Flights
A Ukrainian drone attack struck a warehouse belonging to Russia’s largest e commerce company, Wildberries, near Saint Petersburg in the early hours of Friday, July 24, 2026, triggering a fire and disrupting operations at the city’s airport. The strike sent thick smoke billowing over parts of Saint Petersburg, according to local officials and an AFP […]
Fatal Kara Bridge Crashes Trigger Massive Lagos Ibadan Expressway Gridlock
Multiple crashes on the Kara Bridge section of the Lagos Ibadan Expressway in the early hours of Friday, July 24, 2026, caused a massive traffic gridlock, leaving hundreds of motorists stranded for hours. One person was confirmed dead, while two others sustained injuries in the separate crashes. The Federal Road Safety Corps, in a statement […]
NDC, Obidient Movement Dismiss Ganduje’s Criticism of Obi-Kwankwaso Ticket
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and the Obidient Movement have rejected former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje’s claim that the proposed presidential ticket of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso lacks the political strength and governance record to win the 2027 general election. The groups insisted that both Obi and Kwankwaso […]
Tinubu Committed to Ending Insecurity, Says Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is intensifying efforts to tackle insecurity, expressing confidence that the challenge will soon be overcome. Akpabio gave the assurance on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, while receiving members of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria, led by its National President, Dr. Lima Ahmed, during […]
Fashola Rules Out 2027 Presidential Bid
Former Lagos State Governor and former Minister of Works, Babatunde Fashola, has ruled out contesting for Nigeria’s presidency, saying he is content with his current role at home and would rather allow history to judge his years in public service. Fashola made the declaration during an interview on TVC on Wednesday when asked if he […]
Ghost Workers Scandal: Police Records Highest Number As ICPC Finds 908 Across MDAs
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has uncovered 908 ghost workers across various federal ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs), recovering approximately N942 million allegedly paid through fraudulent payroll arrangements. Truth Live News Media quoted BBC Pidgin reports that the ICPC Chairman, Musa Aliyu, disclosed the findings while presenting […]
INEC Challenges Emeka Ike’s N10bn Suit, Insists Case Lacks Merit
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss the N10 billion fundamental rights lawsuit filed by Nollywood actor and House of Representatives aspirant, Emeka Ike. INEC argued that voter registration details are public records and are not classified as confidential information under Nigerian law. […]
Christian-Christian Ticket Will Be Elected In Nigeria Someday, Says Gov Sule
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has expressed confidence that Nigeria will eventually elect a president and vice-president on a Christian-Christian ticket, maintaining that the country’s Constitution does not mandate religious balancing in presidential tickets or political appointments. Truth Live News Media reports that he disclosed this while speaking on Channels Television’s Politics […]
Ndume Rejects Allegations Of Mediating Boko Haram Ransom Deals
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Senator Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South, has denied allegations that he served as an intermediary between Boko Haram kidnappers and the government or private individuals during negotiations for the release of abducted residents of Ngoshe in Borno State. Truth Live News Media reports that he refuted the allegation while speaking during […]
Ganduje Dismisses Obi-Kwankwaso Ticket, Says It Is ‘Dead on Arrival’ in Kano
Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, has dismissed the proposed presidential ticket of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso on the platform of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, declaring it “dead on arrival” in Kano State ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking with journalists on Tuesday, the former Kano State governor said […]