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PDP Launches E-Registration Drive in Sokoto, Targets Expanded Membership

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) launched an electronic registration and sensitization exercise in Sokoto State on Wednesday, aiming to expand membership and improve data integrity. The drive took p...

7 months ago•1 min read

UK Festival Canceled After Kanye West Blocked from Entering Country

Organizers of London’s Wireless Festival have canceled the event after rapper Kanye West—also known as Ye—was barred from traveling to the UK. The decision follows widespread criticism from Jewish gro...

7 months ago•2 min read

Lil Nas X Assault Case May Be Dismissed After Mental Health Programme

A California judge has approved Lil Nas X’s request to enter a mental health diversion programme following his arrest for allegedly attacking police officers in Los Angeles last August. The Grammy-win...

7 months ago•2 min read

NUJ Demands Apology from Wike Over Comment on Okinbaloye The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has called for an immediate apology and government intervention following a controversial remark by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, directed at broadcaster Seun Okinbaloye. In a statement signed by its National President, Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi, the union expressed “deep shock and outrage,” describing the comment as reckless and a threat to press freedom. The NUJ said Wike’s remark—“If there’s any way to break the screen, I would have shot him”—amounts to an attempt to intimidate journalists and undermine democratic values. It warned that such statements from high-ranking officials could create fear within the media space. According to the union, it had initially withheld its reaction in anticipation of a retraction or apology, but the absence of any response suggests the comment may have been deliberate rather than a slip. The NUJ stressed that the statement sends a troubling message that critical journalism could attract hostility or threats, adding that it risks creating an unsafe environment for media practitioners carrying out their duties. The union called on the Federal Government to condemn the remark and take concrete steps to guarantee the safety and independence of journalists. It also urged media organisations, civil society groups and democracy advocates to stand united against threats to press freedom. Reaffirming its position, the NUJ demanded an immediate and unconditional apology from Wike, warning that any attempt to silence the press must be resisted. Meanwhile, Okinbaloye, speaking on Sunday Politics on Channels Television, noted that public officials must be mindful of their words, emphasizing that statements from leaders carry significant weight and can influence public perception and safety.

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has called for an immediate apology and government intervention following a controversial remark by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, d...

7 months ago•2 min read

Trump Threatens Jail for Reporter Over Leak on Missing U.S. Air Force Officer

President Donald Trump has threatened legal action against a journalist in connection with reports that a second U.S. Air Force officer from a downed fighter jet went missing. Speaking at the White Ho...

7 months ago•2 min read

NMA Confirms Blessing CEO’s Cancer Report Was Falsified, Urges Security Intervention

The Delta State chapter of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) has confirmed that the cancer medical report circulated online by influencer Blessing “CEO” Okoro was doctored and does not belong to h...

7 months ago•3 min read

NDC Dismisses Umar Ardo’s Claims on INEC Registration as False

The Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) has rejected allegations by Dr. Umar Ardo of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), describing his claims about the party’s registration by the Independent National...

7 months ago•2 min read

NDC Gains Ground in Bayelsa as Kumokou Defects with Thousands of Supporters

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has recorded a significant boost in Bayelsa State following the defection of Comrade Doubara Kumokou, popularly known as “Youth Governor,” along with thousands of...

7 months ago•2 min read

Musawa Applauds Tourism Forum, Says Collaboration Key to Diversification

Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has commended participants at the National Hospitality and Tourism Stakeholders’ Forum, which concluded in Abuja. The forum...