Former President of the Southern Kaduna Peoples Union (SOKAPU), Dr. Jonathan Asake, says it is too early to predict which political party will win Nigeria’s January 2027 general elections, citing the country’s unpredictable political landscape. In an interview with The Sun published on Saturday, July 18, 2026, Asake said that while political developments in Nigeria…
Retired U.S. Vice Admiral Robert Harward has said Iran’s continued attacks on American military bases in the Gulf are strengthening regional support for the United States and encouraging closer cooperation among Washington’s allies. Speaking during an interview on Fox TV on Sunday, July 19, 2026, Harward argued that Tehran’s actions have had the opposite of…
Lionel Messi appealed for Spain defender Marc Cucurella to be sent off during the World Cup final after accusing him of breaching a tournament rule by covering his mouth while speaking. The incident occurred moments after Argentina’s Enzo Fernández had been shown a red card, with tensions high before extra time. As players confronted each…
Primate Elijah Ayodele, leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has expressed concern over reports of a proposed N50,000 sanction for preaching in commercial buses, urging Christians to remain vigilant and defend their right to share the gospel. Speaking during a church gathering in a video posted on Facebook on Sunday, July 19, 2026, Ayodele…
Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore says he witnessed several defining moments in Nigeria’s political history firsthand, including the 1990 Gideon Orkar coup attempt. Speaking during an interview on the PAP Show, Sowore recalled that he and others went to the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) station in Ikeja to celebrate after learning of the coup attempt….
A senior Iranian lawmaker has urged United States troops to withdraw from the Middle East, saying they would leave immediately if they understood the significance of a recent warning from Iran’s Supreme Leader. According to an Al Jazeera English report published on Sunday, July 19, 2026, Ebrahim Azizi, chairman of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security…
Islamic scholar and civil society leader Usman Bugaje has criticized Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, alleging that the minister acts as though he is above the law and faces limited institutional resistance. Speaking in an interview published on SYMFONI’s official YouTube channel on Sunday, July 19, 2026, Bugaje argued that democratic institutions should…
Bishop David Abioye has praised a Nigerian governor who reportedly said he would not campaign for a second term, stating that his performance in office would speak for itself. Speaking during a sermon published on his YouTube channel on Sunday, July 19, 2026, Abioye said he admired the governor’s confidence and humility, describing it as…
Former Israeli war minister Moshe Ya’alon has reportedly said Israel’s military campaign against Iran failed to achieve its main objectives, according to reports cited by Anadolu Agency. Iranian state-affiliated outlet Pars Today, citing IRIB News, reported that Ya’alon said the operation did not accomplish its stated goals and claimed the United States was blaming Israel…
HRH Eze Dr. I.I. Okoligwe of Awo-Idemili in Imo State has alleged that members of IPOB carried out deadly attacks in his community, claiming the perpetrators were not natives of the area. Speaking in an interview with News Central TV, the traditional ruler said his community places a high value on human life and does…
