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By: Jane Ephraim  U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could take direct action against Iran if diplomatic efforts to secure nuclear-related materials fail. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One after his visit to China, Trump suggested that Washington remained prepared to intervene if negotiations do not produce results. “Either we’ll go in or we’ll get it,” Trump said, while expressing hope that a peaceful resolution could still be achieved. The president noted that although the U.S. would prefer diplomacy over military action, force remained an option if ongoing efforts prove unsuccessful. Trump also described Iran as “completely defeated,” claiming the country no longer poses a major threat to U.S. operations in the region. In his remarks, he referred to America’s capability to handle what he called “nuclear dust,” suggesting that only a few countries possess such expertise. He added that China may also have similar capabilities. The U.S. president...

By: Maryamu Joshua Maiva  The All Progressives Congress (APC) has disqualified 105 aspirants seeking the party’s ticket for the Kwara State House of Assembly election ahead of the 2027 general elections. The results of the screening exercise, which were pasted at the party secretariat in Ilorin on Thursday, showed that several serving lawmakers seeking second and third terms were among those declared “uncleared” by the screening committee. According to the list titled “All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Nomination of Candidates for the 2027 General Election,” only 53 of the 158 aspirants who purchased nomination forms were cleared to continue in the race. In Kwara Central Senatorial District, most incumbent lawmakers seeking re-election scaled through the exercise, except the member representing Alanamu/Ajikobi Constituency, Hon. Ayishat Tundun Alanamu, who was not cleared. However, several lawmakers from Kwara South failed to secure clearance. Those screened out include Hon. ...

  By: Maryamu Joshua Maiva  Bauchi State Governor, Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, is reportedly considering a return to the Senate ahead of the 2027 general elections under the platform of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM). According to sources, the development emerged during a meeting involving party members, supporters, and political stakeholders, as early alignments for the 2027 elections continue to take shape. Mohammed, who previously represented Bauchi South Senatorial District before becoming governor, is believed to be weighing a return to the National Assembly at the end of his tenure. The reports have generated mixed reactions among political observers and residents of the state. While some supporters argue that his political experience could strengthen the party, others believe the move may intensify political competition in Bauchi State. Members of the APM also expressed optimism that the governor’s involvement could boost the party’s visibility and influence ahead of t...

By: Danladi Na' Allah  Former Senate President and National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, David Mark, has reacted to the defection of Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso from the party to the Nigeria Democratic Congress. Speaking during a meeting with ADC lawmakers in Abuja on Wednesday, Mark acknowledged that the departure of the two politicians would have an impact on the party. However, he said the development would also motivate members to work harder ahead of the 2027 general elections. He assured Nigerians that the ADC would continue to present credible candidates capable of competing strongly in future elections. Mark also expressed confidence that the party would emerge stronger despite its current internal challenges. According to reports, Obi and Kwankwaso defected from the ADC on Sunday following ongoing court cases and internal disputes within the party.

  By: Jane Ephraim  The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has reacted strongly to comments attributed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio regarding the Biafra self-determination movement, describing them as misleading and provocative. Akpabio was reported to have made the remarks during the burial of a former administrative secretary of the defunct OMPADEC, Sir Albert Nnamani, in Ikem, Enugu State. At the event, he urged leaders in the Southeast to discourage youths from pursuing secession through violence, warning that any attempt to achieve independence through armed struggle would fail. “A situation whereby you try to assert independence through armed struggle from the federal government will fail. The state power will always overwhelm you,” he said. In response, IPOB accused the Senate President of issuing what it described as a veiled threat and misrepresenting the group’s activities. In a statement by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, the group insisted that its agitati...

 By: Maryam Yakubu Usman The Federal Government has demanded accountability from South African authorities following the deaths of two Nigerians and rising anti-foreigner protests, warning that the situation could strain diplomatic relations and threaten the safety of its citizens. The concerns were raised during a meeting in Abuja between Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and South Africa’s Acting High Commissioner, Lesoli Machele. The meeting was held with the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Amb. Dunoma Ahmed. In a statement by the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, Nigeria highlighted the deaths of Nnaemeka Matthew Ekpeyong and Kelvin Chidiebere Amaramiro, both reportedly linked to alleged assaults by personnel of the South African National Defence Force. According to the statement, Ekpeyong sustained injuries attributed to security personnel prior to his death, while no incriminating evidence was found during a search of his residence. Amaramiro was said to have...