In a momentous and strategic maneuver aimed at staving off an impending government shutdown, the United States House of Representatives, under the leadership of the newly appointed Speaker, Mike Johnson, has successfully ushered through a short-term funding bill. This legislative initiative, meticulously crafted to ensure the continued operation of federal agencies until mid-January, garnered widespread…
In a startling turn of events, an altercation erupted on Capitol Hill as Congressman Tim Burchett accused Speaker Kevin McCarthy of physically assaulting him during an interview. According to witness Claudia Grisales, Burchett alleged that McCarthy elbowed him in the back, sparking a heated exchange of words between the two politicians. Grisales reported that Burchett…
Fentanyl Distribution Ring [November 14th]- Collin Edwards, a 29-year-old resident of Largo, Maryland, has pleaded guilty for his involvement in a fentanyl distribution ring, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves, Special Agent in Charge Wayne A. Jacobs of the FBI Washington Office’s Criminal and Cyber Division, and Special Agent in Charge…
In a surprising departure from the prevailing narrative of criticism and condemnation of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has lauded the electoral body for its management of the recently conducted Bayelsa State Governorship Election. In an interview on Tuesday’s Politics Today, Governor Diri expressed his satisfaction with the…
In a candid statement from Mecca, Saudi Arabia, President Tinubu revealed that his administration inherited significant liabilities from his predecessors. The president acknowledged the serious deficits in port and power infrastructure, as well as agro-allied facilities, emphasizing the need for urgent attention. Despite these challenges, President Tinubu maintained that his government would not make excuses…
Renowned Nigerian singer Iyanya, popularly known for his musical prowess, recently disclosed the underlying reason for his choice to remain monogamous in the latest episode of the Doyin’s Corner podcast. Hosted by reality star Doyinsola Anuoluwapo David, the podcast delved into Iyanya’s personal life, shedding light on his perspective regarding relationships amidst fame. During the…
This summer, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) spearheaded the annual Titan Shield training exercise, a groundbreaking interagency effort aimed at coordinating roles and responsibilities in the event of a terrorist attack involving weapons of mass destruction (WMD). The two-day exercise brought together 23 separate agencies at FBI Headquarters, uniting investigative, intelligence, technical, public health,…
Kaduna State, [November 13th 2023] – Rabiu Yunusa, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development in Kaduna State, made a significant announcement on Monday during the 12th Meeting of the National Council on Lands, Housing, and Urban Development. Speaking at the Umar Musa Yar Adua Conference Centre in Kaduna, Yunusa shared…
Child Pornography | {November 13th, 2023} In a recent federal bench trial, Alvan Allen, a 44-year-old resident of Springfield, Missouri, was found guilty of one count of receiving and distributing child pornography. The trial, presided over by U.S. District Judge M. Douglas Harpool on November 1, culminated in the issuance of the findings of fact…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has sounded the alarm on a staggering 14.3 million Nigerians caught in the grip of drug abuse, with a concerning rise in female involvement. The predominant substance of choice, cannabis, is particularly rampant in the Southwest region, painting a grim picture of the nation’s struggle with psychoactive substances….
