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Parallel primaries mar APC senatorial election in Edo, as aspirants lay claim to victory
Confusion and parallel elections on Monday marred the senatorial election of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State.
2027: NDC extends deadline for aspirants
This extension was confirmed in a statement issued by the party’s National Secretary, Ikenna Morgan Enekweizu, Esq., and is aimed at giving aspirants additional time…
Elections not conducted- Aspirant faults APC Reps primary result in Plateau
Namang said that the purported outcome does not reflect the wishes, aspirations and democratic choices of APC members in the constituency.
Iran plans Hormuz tolls as tensions with United States and Israel escalate
Iran had said that it will soon reveal a plan for the management of navigation of traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
APC aspirant alleges unfair exclusion from Katsina primary
“Twenty-five out of twenty-seven stakeholders voted in my favour during the exercise,” he alleged.
APC disqualifies top House of Reps aspirants from Primaries
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has disqualified several House of Representatives aspirants from participating in the party’s National Assembly primaries, according to an official document…
81 APC aspirants battle fiercely for 11 Benue Reps tickets
No fewer than 81 aspirants are battling for the 11 All Progressives Congress (APC) tickets for House of Representatives seats in Benue State ahead of…
Ebonyi House of Reps aspirant dumps APC over consensus arrangement
Uduma, who was among aspirants not favored in the consensus arrangement announced his resignation from the party in letter sent to the party’s chairman for…
2027: I’ll not step down for Atiku, Amaechi, others – ADC presidential aspirant
Addressing questions about his chances against established figures like Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi, Hayatu-Deen said every qualified citizen has the constitutional right to…
Iran raises alarm over delayed US visas ahead Of 2026 World Cup
The Iranian national team, known as Team Melli, is expected to camp in Tucson, Arizona, during the World Cup.
Trump, Xi send strong message to Iran over Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have reached a rare point of agreement over the increasingly volatile Strait of Hormuz, declaring that…
PDP begins screening of presidential, governorship aspirants
The Abdulraman Mohammed-led National Working Committee of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is set to commence the screen of its presidential and governorship aspirants for the…
Trumo and XI lock horns in Beijing: Iran, trade and Taiwan front and centre (photos)
During the ceremony, Xi and Trump were greeted by cheering schoolchildren waving US and Chinese flags, before proceeding to a state banquet and a visit…
Shock in Delta APC as 36 aspirants booted out after screening exercise
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State has screened aspirants ahead of the 2027 State House of Assembly elections and cleared 46 candidates while…
Iran: Prime Minister Modi tells Indians to keep expenses minimal
The Prime Minister has ordered a 50 per cent reduction in the size of his official convoy and directed greater use of electric vehicles.
Trump plays down differences with Xi over Iran war
China’s support for Iran remains a point of tension between Washington and Beijing.
Rivers APC disowns purported list of cleared Assembly aspirants
The screening committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has denied reports claiming that a list of cleared and disqualified House of…
Oil surges above $100 as Trump-Iran ceasefire teeters, global markets tremble
Global oil prices climbed sharply on Tuesday while major stock markets retreated after United States President Donald Trump declared that the fragile ceasefire between Washington…
Wike’s loyalists dominates as Rivers APC clears 33 Assembly aspirants, disqualifies 65
The screening exercise for aspirants seeking to contest under the All Progressives Congress in the Rivers State House of Assembly election has ended.
Iran: Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei fully healed
He sustained injuries to his kneecap and lower back, but Hosseini assured the public that the back injury has improved, and the kneecap injury is…
Nigeria faces condom price hike amid ongoing US-Iran conflict
Global condom manufacturer Karex, known for producing major brands like Durex and Trojan, recently announced plans to increase its prices by up to 30%. Karex…
2026 World Cup: Iran tables 10 conditions to host countries
Iran has confirmed that its national football team will take part in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the country wants the host nations United…
Yobe 2027: Six APC governorship aspirants reject consensus candidate
Gov. Mai Mala Buni and some stakeholders in Yobe APC had recently endorsed Allhaji Baba Wali, the former Secretary to the State Government (SSG), as…
Oil prices crash as US-Iran deal hopes calm Global Markets
Global oil prices continued their downward slide on Thursday as growing optimism over possible diplomatic progress between the United States and Iran eased concerns over…
FIFA invites Iran to Zurich for World Cup 2026 discussions
FIFA has officially invited the Iranian Football Federation (FFIRI) to its headquarters in Zurich for important talks regarding Iran’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World…
UAE under massive drone attack as Iran launches fresh strikes
The United Arab Emirates has come under a large-scale drone and missile assault blamed on Iran, striking key infrastructure and igniting a wave of international…
Iran will be “blown off the face of the Earth” if it attacks U.S. vessels – Trump
President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, declaring that the country would be “blown off the face of the Earth” if it…
U.S. destroys seven Iranian boats as Trump pushes global maritime mission
United States forces have destroyed seven Iranian small boats in the Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump announced on Monday, marking a fresh escalation in…
Iran warns It may attack US forces in Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s military has warned that it could attack United States forces if they enter the Strait of Hormuz. This comes after US President Donald Trump…
APC extends deadline for 2027 aspirants’ forms, revises screening dates
The APC further disclosed that the screening of aspirants would take place from Friday, 8 May to Tuesday, 12 May 2026.