Nikki Haley’s decision to withhold her endorsement of Donald Trump underscores a growing schism within the Republican Party. Her refusal to align herself with the former president, despite her status as a prominent party figure, signifies a departure from traditional party norms. By choosing not to endorse Trump, Haley is demonstrating a commitment to her…
President Biden and former President Donald Trump emerged as the clear frontrunners in their respective parties’ nominating contests during Super Tuesday, as per projections by CBS News. Across key states like California, Texas, Virginia, and North Carolina, both candidates secured commanding victories, positioning themselves for a potential rematch in November’s general election. Notably, these states…
In a bid to combat the growing issue of food insecurity, the Maiduguri Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) executed a successful sting operation on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. The operation led to the apprehension of 21 trucks laden with food and non-food items en route to neighboring countries, including N’djamena,…
In a surprising turn of events, Senator Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona has announced her decision not to seek reelection, potentially reshaping the political landscape in the Senate. Once hailed as an independent voice within the Democratic Party, Kyrsten Sinema’s tenure has been marked by controversy and dissent, leading to her eventual departure from the party…
In response to the alarming surge in food prices and the associated strain on living costs, the Federal Government of Nigeria has escalated its efforts to combat food smuggling activities. Recently announced measures indicate a significant crackdown, with a total of 141 trucks intercepted while attempting to smuggle grains and essential food items to neighboring…
In a startling development, U.S. Senator Bob Menendez and his wife have been hit with fresh charges of obstruction of justice, compounding the corruption allegations already levelled against the prominent New Jersey Democrat. The new, 18-count indictment, unsealed on Tuesday, alleges that Bob Menendez obstructed law enforcement investigations and knowingly accepted bribe payments, posing a…
President Biden has once again taken a bold step in favor of American consumers by announcing the formation of a “strike force” aimed at combating price-gouging by corporations. This move, which has drawn ire from big-money MAGA donors, is set to be co-chaired by the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission. The initiative…
Kaduna State Governor, along with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, concluded a highly successful two-day state visit to Qatar, culminating in the signing of multiple Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) between Nigeria and Qatar. The visit aimed to solidify existing partnerships with the Qatari Government and Qatar Charity while exploring new avenues of cooperation. During the…
In the course of addressing market demands, BUA Group’s announced its intention to lower the price of cement to N3,500 per bag. However, this initiative faced significant hurdles attributed to prevailing market forces. The company cited these challenges as the primary reason for the delay in implementing the price reduction. Despite BUA’s commitment to providing…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s recent suggestion to engage with the Zimbabwean government to address Nigeria’s inflation crisis sheds light on the imperative of cross-border collaboration in confronting economic challenges. In proposing this collaboration, Olusegun Obasanjo underscores the value of drawing insights from the experiences of other nations, particularly those that have effectively managed comparable crises….
