Iran’s supreme leader vowed to teach the United States “unforgettable lessons” on Saturday, as Washington reported its first military deaths since renewing its hostilities with the Islamic republic. A month after the foes signed a now-abandoned preliminary deal aimed at ending their war, Tehran struck infrastructure around the Gulf in retaliation for a week of…

Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has called for an investigation into the 2026 Federal Government budget over allegations of duplicated and overlapping allocations exceeding ₦210 billion. According to a Daily Post report published on Saturday, July 18, 2026, Atiku made the demand in a statement issued by his…

Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of attempting to influence the ongoing Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) election, describing the situation as a warning sign ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to a Daily Post report published on Thursday, July 16, 2026, Atiku, in…

House of Representatives Majority Leader Julius Ihonvbere has praised Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, describing him as the best-performing minister in Nigeria’s federal cabinet. Speaking at a public event covered by TVC News, Ihonvbere commended the transformation of the FCT and credited President Bola Tinubu with prioritizing competence over political affiliation in appointments….

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Biola Fowosere has revealed that a technical fault left her unable to release a film she produced at a cost of ₦8 million. Speaking in an interview with Behind The Fame, published on Saturday, July 19, 2026, Fowosere said the movie’s audio stopped working after it was uploaded to her YouTube…

Constitutional lawyer Professor Anthony Agbazuere has said the slow implementation of local government autonomy in Nigeria cannot be attributed solely to politics, stressing that multiple institutions share responsibility for the process. Speaking during an interview on Arise TV, Agbazuere said the implementation of the Supreme Court’s judgment on local government autonomy requires the cooperation of…

Nollywood actress Halima Abubakar has announced her return to the entertainment industry after spending several years away, saying she plans to produce films centered on faith, hope, and positive values. According to a Nigerian Tribune report published on Saturday, July 18, 2026, Abubakar made the announcement during a thanksgiving service in Lagos, where she attributed…

Retired U.S. General Jack Keane has said Iran was prepared to abandon a recently signed memorandum of understanding with the United States because it conflicted with the country’s long-term strategic objectives. Speaking on Fox News in an interview aired on Saturday, July 18, 2026, Keane said Iran views the Strait of Hormuz as a vital…

Social Democratic Party (SDP) presidential candidate Adewole Adebayo has argued that the economic conditions in parts of the Sahel contribute to cross-border insecurity in Nigeria. Speaking in a video posted by Nevon HQ on Saturday, July 18, 2026, Adebayo said armed groups operating in countries such as Mali, Niger, and Chad often cross into Nigeria…

The presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, on Saturday, July 18, paid a courtesy visit to businessman Isaac Fayose at his Abuja residence.   The meeting came less than 24 hours after Fayose released a video criticizing Obi for neglecting him despite his consistent support throughout the presidential campaign. Fayose’s public outburst…