According to its manufacturer Lockheed Martin, the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system is designed to intercept targets outside and inside the atmosphere.

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The apex court also dismissed the appeal of the Action Alliance and its governorship candidate, Olayinka Baimoh.

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The court adjourned the judgment to a date that would be communicated to the affected parties after counsel adopted their processes in the appeal.

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The YPF noted that the 1963 Constitution was the surest way to progress.

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Omodewu has been in coma in the United States of America since December, 2023.

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He also called for swift punishment after the horrific rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor in a hospital in Kolkata last week.

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A party official who refused to disclose his identity to reporters said the incident was politically-motivated.

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The senator says “If you are involved in these activities, expect to face legal repercussions without delay.”

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More than a dozen members of his cabinet were given the title of advisers not ministers, as they took oath of office.

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Yunus had travelled abroad this year while on bail after being sentenced to six months in jail on a charge condemned as politically motivated,  which a Dhaka court on Wednesday acquitted him of.

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NLC President Mr Joe Ajaero, alleges that they ransacked books at the bookshop, carrying all the materials into their van claiming that the materials were used to incite and organise the recent protest.

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INEC confirmes that Edo State has 2,629,025 voters, while Ondo has 2,053,061.

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Defendants in the case are; Adamma Ukpabi and Tosin Harsogba (for Active Citizens Group), Comrade Juwon Sanyaolu and Hassan Soweto (for Take it Back Movement), and the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State.

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Protesters gathered outside parliament building known as Legislative Yuan

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The House, led by factional Speaker, Victor Oko-Jumbo, is expected to screen the nominees by 10 a.m.

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The proposed bill by the executive is part of broader efforts to enhance the welfare of the judiciary, a move seen as crucial for maintaining the judicial system’s independence and efficiency. 

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Last week, about five pro-Wike commissioners resigned for the second time, citing hostility in their working environment. They joined the other four who had resigned earlier.

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In February, 10 graduates of the Faculty of Law also bagged first-class degrees at the Nigerian Law School final Bar Examinations

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Almost half the people in the sparsely populated, cold desert region bordering China and Pakistan are Muslim, with around 40 percent Buddhist, putting it among the least Hindu places in the country.

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Lai has made repeated overtures to resume high-level communications with China, which Beijing severed in 2016 when his predecessor Tsai Ing-wen took power.

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The party appeals to INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmud Yakubu to pay attention to the letter written to him by the Board of Trustees of  NNPP.

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The order takes effect from Monday, May 20, 2024.

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It was his second visit to Netherlands in five months.

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The vote, which saw the area's Conservative MP resign, took place as voters cast ballots in a mix of council, mayoral and other local contests across England.

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In line with other by-elections in recent years, Labour is expected to seize the Blackpool South parliamentary seat from the Tories after their MP resigned over a lobbying scandal.

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Solomon Islands, a nation of around 720,000 people spread over hundreds of islands and coral atolls, is one of the poorest countries in the world.

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The warrant was issued following an ex parte motion filed by the EFCC.

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The visit is scheduled to take place at the party’s national secretariat, at 11.00 am on Wednesday

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Appealing for calm among party members, the ward said; “We call on all Party members to disregard the purported suspension and remain calm.”

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Some of the documents tendered by the commission’s lawyer, Uchenna Njoku, include the INEC Regulations and Guidelines for the Conduct of the Election, INEC Manuals for Electoral Officers, and INEC Form EC8C.

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South Koreans start casting their ballots in parliamentary elections seen as a referendum on President Yoon Suk Yeol after a polarising campaign. 

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Last month, the electoral commission barred Zuma over a contempt of court conviction.

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The incident prompted Mexico to quickly sever diplomatic ties with Ecuador.

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Thursday's election was the first to be held under the new emir, Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah.

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In a joint survey published on Thursday by four leading polling organisations, 39 percent of its participants said they would vote for the PPP, while 37 percent the DP.

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Mapisa-Nqakula, is the latest in a string of senior ANC politicians, including President Cyril Ramaphosa and his vice president, to become embroiled in corruption scandals.

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According to an average of polls compiled by the Oraculus research firm, revealed that with three months to go before the June 2 vote, Sheinbaum, enjoyed a significant lead with 63 percent support.

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Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi, formally filed his nomination to recontest Wayanad with the local election office after the rally.

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The Commission urged all parties to adhere strictly to their guidelines, rules, and regulations outlined in their constitutions as well as all electoral laws in the conduct of their primaries next month.

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Akpabio spoke barely 24 hours after Ningi, in a letter written by his counsel, Femi Falana SAN, on Thursday, gave Akpabio seven days to recall him or face legal action.

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The government’s swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, and Mustafa would also serve as the foreign minister in the new government.

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The committee is chaired by Olawumi Jacob, with Akus Lawal as Co-Chairman while Muhammed Bello-Abdul is its Clerk.

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The Edo State House of Assembly commenced impeachment proceedings against Shaibu on March 5, accusing him of perjury and leaking of government’s secrets.

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Reports have it that President Tinubu, who turns 72 on Friday, had opted for a low-key birthday celebration, due to the challenging times the country is facing.

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According to Section 82(1) of the Electoral Act, 2022 states that political parties shall give INEC at least 21 days’ notice of convention, congress, conference or meeting.

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The vitory would be the first time since independence from France in 1960 that an opponent has won in the first round.

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Ties between Beijing and Colombo have come under scrutiny during Sri Lanka's years-long economic crisis.

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Hundreds gathered at Faye's campaign headquarters in the capital Dakar late Sunday, singing and dancing to the sound of klaxons and drums.

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Thousands took part in the opposition's call to form long queues at midday on the final day of the vote.

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The party says it cant afford to print publicity material

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Montenegro's AD beat the incumbent Socialist Party (PS) in March 10 elections but won just 79 seats, far short of a majority in the 230-seat parliament.

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The spokesman cautioned against tolerating those he called dissidents  bent on  undermining  the party’s objectives.

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The poll comes at a time of high confidence for the former KGB agent

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A civic organization focused on the Nigerian budget and public data, BudgIT, also threw its weight behind suspended Senator Abdul Ningi on the N3.7 trillion gap in the 2024 budget presented to the National Assembly.

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The prospective pilgrims had deposited their Hajj fees with the board towards a successful preparation.

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Omotoso held various positions within the party, including secretary and chairman of the APC.

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The governor noted that laudable achievements, unparalleled dedication to public service, and an uncommon commitment to the advancement and peace of the nation and the African continent have marked Obasanjo’s journey.

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Deby Itno, is almost certain to win, given that his main challenger has been assassinated and the opposition has been muzzled and repressed.

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The Edo governorship is expected to hold on September 21, 2024.

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Denying the governor’s involvement in the said attack, his Chief Press Secretary,  Ebenezer Adeniyan, condemned the act and ordered security agencies to arrest the perpetrators.

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Yoon emphasises better ties with Tokyo were helping to counter the North's ever-increasing military threats.

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Polls show that Galvez, has 31 percent support, while Jorge Alvarez,  of the Citizens' Movement party is a distant third with just five percent.

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Iran considers the United States, and Israel as "enemies" of the state and accuses them of seeking to intervene in its internal affairs.

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Calles on other NNPP aspirants to rally support for Azena to ensure victory at the election.

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The protest started from the Labour House Headquarters in Abuja at exactly 9:36 am.

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The court said his election complied with the provisions of the Electoral Act.

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The party also recalled that the INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmud Yakubu, had told Nigerians that the commission would use the BVAS machines to make the elections accurate, free, fair, and credible.

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The party said the judiciary has the sacred role of adjudicating and arbitrating over dissatisfaction by aggrieved parties and candidates in elections.

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Lagos Residents react to Wednesday Judgement of the Election tribunal which confirmed Bola Tinubu as Nigeria's President

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The party also reinstated its Orsu Local Government Area chairman, Chief Bernard Uzoeto.

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Justice Sambo noted that the assertions of irregularities presented to the tribunal by the petitioner were not backed by documentary evidences.

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The Panel stated that the petitioners couldn’t prove that there was non-compliance, which was the reason alleged to have affected the election result.

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Tinubu also called for strengthening international frameworks for resource mobilisation and governance based on the principles of justice, equity, and fairness.

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Gaduje revealed that APC is doing everything humanly possible to retain the state.

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The two-day meeting is expected to be dominated by the West and its allies.

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Bamidele congratulated Tinubu on the tribunal verdict.

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Supporters of President Bola Tinubu encouraged the opposition to support the presidential candidate of the ruling party in the 2023 General Election.

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The Peoples Democratic Party and Atiku would address a world press conference over Wednesday's Tribunal loss.

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The Electoral Tribunal continued giving judgment on the petitions in Abuja.

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The Presidential Tribunal sitting in Abuja on Wednesday struck out paragraphs of the petition made by the Labour Party and its 2023 Presidential candidate and also dismissed 10 out of Obi's witnesses.

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Labour Party talked about the verdits of the National and State Assembly Petition Tribunal.

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The Allied Peoples Movement petitions against President Bola Tinubu and his Vice President, Kashim Shettima, for lack of merit were struck out.

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Justice Haruna Tsammani ruled on this while delivering judgment on petition number four.

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The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, in the just concluded presidential elections, was noticeably absent at the Election Presidential Tribunal in Abuja.

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Vice President Kashim Shettima, Nuhu Ribadu, Gbajabiamila, and other APC leaders are present at the presidential tribunal in Abuja.

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Professor Rufai Ahmed has left the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP.

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President Tinubu has touched down at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in India for high-level meetings and engagements with other world leaders and business executives on the sidelines of the G-20 Summit.

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NNPP factional National Publicity Secretary on Tuesday announced the development.

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Frank Nweke called for better governance in Enugu state.

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The full result of the September 2nd Local Government Elections in Edo State has been released by the Independent Electoral Commission of the state.

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Governor Godwin Obaseki expressed optimism that the popular candidates would win the just concluded  Local Government election in Edo.

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APC Edo State called for INEC to take up the responsibility of conducting council elections.

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Citizens of Singapore on Friday cast their vote in 2023 presidential election.

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APC Osun State further suspended members some of its members that it alleged to have participated in anti-party activities.

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The Chairman of the Ijebu East Local Government Area of Ogun State, Wale Adedayo, was suspended for three months.

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APGA spoke confidently on having a "better plan" for Kogi State.

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Notable APC leaders/personalities have been chosen to head the national governorship campaign in Kogi State.

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The European Union Foreign Policy Chief, Josep Borrell, talked about the stand of the Union over the incident in Gabon.

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The junta resolved that all of the institutions of the country be dissolved including the Federal Government, the Senate, the National Assembly, the Constitutional Court, the Economic, Social and Environmental Council and the Gabonese Elections Centre.

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NNPP votes new Chairman and other executives in a voice vote.

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Court suspended Imran Khan's prison sentence.

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President Volodymyr Zelensky, talked about strategis to apply, in order to conduct a legitimate election in Ukraine amid war.

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The President of France talked about the stand of France over that call for its ambassador's exile. 

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President Tinubu presided over Federal Executive Council meeting in Abuja.

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The Senior Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity Ajuri Ngelale talked about how Tinubu is not afraid to sack any of his appointed ministers, who does not meet up to expectation.

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Najla al-Mangoush was suspended over talks with Israel. 

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Prof. Bem Angwe resigns from New Nigeria Peoples Party ahead of the party's National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting slated for August 29, 2023.

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Rep. Amobi Ogah urged President Tinubu to release Nnamdi Kanu.

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Zimbabwe's President Mnangagwa 'humbled' after winning a second term in a disputed vote.

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Zimbabwe's Election process was criticized by Foreign Observers.

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The Ogun State Chairman of the New Nigeria People's Party revealed that the constitution of the party may have been suspended.

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Vice President Lai Ching-te talked about supporting the cross-strait status quo.

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Trump posted on Twitter, now X, for first time since 2021, after his arrest.

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Governor Godwin Obaseki would swear-in four commissioners on Friday.

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Voting in Zimbabwe's election spilled into a second day after long delays experienced at some polling stations.

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Greece struggled to gain upper hand on sixth day of natural disaster.

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Cambodia's new PM pledged ambitious growth, but offered few details.

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BRICS leaders announced the addition of six new members.

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The Ad hoc committee probing job racketeering and mismanagement of Integrated Payroll and Personnel information system issed a final call to MDAs.

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The suits by two siblings of the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria were struck out on Wednesday.

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In a market in the bustling neighborhood of Mbare in Zimbabwe, people were ready to cast their votes on Wednesday for the presidential elections. 

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General Abdulsalami Abubakar gave a situation report about talks with Niger military junta.

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The petition challenging the election of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives has been dismissed. 

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The chairman of the Economic Community of West African States, President Tinubu met with relevant stakeholders over Niger junta. 

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AU Suspended Niger.

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Lalong also revealed that the Ministry would leverage technology, skill acquisition, entrepreneurship, and agriculture to open more employment opportunities for all Nigerians.

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Israeli forces closed off entrance to Hebron after West Bank attack.

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Hundreds gather outside Bangkok airport to welcome back ex-PM Thaksin.

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Dele Alake talked about how President Tinubu surprised Nigerians with his appointment as minister for solid minerals.

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The audit for workers on the Osun payroll has been suspended because of the emergency meeting of the state lawmakers on the petitions written against the consulting company.

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Nyesom Wike vowed to demolish houses illegally constructed in FCT.

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Kashim Shettima would represent President Tinubu at the 15th BRICS Summit of Heads of State and Government, which would hold from August 22nd to 24th, 2023.

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President Tinubu encouraged the new ministers to work towards a better Nigeria while carrying out their duties. 

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President Bola Tinubu started swearing-in the new ministers that would help run his administration on Monday.

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Labour leaders told Nigerians what they expect of Mr. Simon Lalong.

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Donald Trump confirmed that he would skip Republican presidential debates.

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Ajuri Ngelale said the changes made by President Tinubu took immediate effect.

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Some African countries on Saturday deployed warplanes to Niger.

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Rep. Yusuf Gagdi said investigation is still going on regarding the probe against JAMB Registrar, Prof Ishaq Oloyede.

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The Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, said the 10th House was fully committed to running an open parliament for a better and prosperous Nigeria.

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West African Army Chiefs should decide the fate of Niger Junta leaders.

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NDLEA FCT Command promised to suppress sources of illicit substances in the territory.

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West African military chiefs met in Ghana to coordinate a possible armed intervention aimed at reversing the coup in Niger.

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Tinubu would swear in his ministers on Monday.

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Patience Jonathan vowed to support Oluremi Tinubu in building Nigeria to the desired taste.

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Trump says charges against him, were aimed at stopping him from running for presidency in 2024.

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The African Union held a meeting on the crisis in Niger.

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Niger's military leaders said they would prosecute President Mohamed Bazoum "for high treason and undermining the internal and external security of Niger”.

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The Build Ecuador Movement has announced field journalist Christian Zurita as its candidate for Sunday’s election in Ecuador.

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Niger's military closed the country's airspace. .

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PDP leaders met in Abuja to deliberate on the fate of the party.

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Senators rejected the request by President Bola Tinubu to deploy Nigerian troops to Niger Republic.

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The Senate has screened Lola Ade-John, as other Ministerial Nominees are expected to go through the same process.

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APC Diaspora committee under the leadership of Mr. Tunde Doherty, in a statement on Saturday in Lagos declared support for the new leadership of the ruling party.

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UN decried the situation in Bangladesh.

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Senate has begun Screening of Ministerial Nominees.

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Trump pleaded not guilty.

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The State House of Assembly expressed dissatisfaction over the commissioner nominees list by Governor Sanwo-Olu.

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Trump would be in court today.

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APC has appointed a National Chairman and Secretary.

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Tinubu attended the APC NEC meeting

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Chief Justice Esther Hayut and two other judges reviewed petitions.

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NLC has confirmed that they have suspended the industrial action.

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People backing coup in Niger gathered for a mass rally.

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Alake wants social media regulations to be strengthened in Nigeria.

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President Tinubu asked the United Kingdom to help secure Africa.

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Different labour groups protested in Osun State.

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Protesters pulled down the gates of the National Assembly in Abuja.

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Tinubu would meet with UK Foreign Secretary.

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NLC caused gridlock in Ikeja during protest.

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NLC members gathered at the Unity Fountain in Abuja.

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President Bola Tinubu has revealed strong International Relations between Nigeria and Benin Republic.

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NLC says it is going on with Industrial action over Fuel subsidy removal.

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The Ogun State House of Assembly on Tuesday, fixed Wednesday, for the screening of the nominees ahead of their confirmation as commissioners.

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The Nigerian Government confident Trade Unions in the country would not embark on their proposed industrial action.

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The former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, was screened, as petitions against him surfaced.

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Senate President, GodsWill Akpabio has started screening the remaining ministerial nominees.

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Tribunal has reserved the judgment petition filed by PDP.

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President Tinubu has arrived at Cotonou.

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PDP was at the Presidential Election Petition Court, (PEPC) on Tuesday.

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The Green Chamber said it would monitor the implementation of palliative programmes.

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The Nigerian Labour Congress revealed it is open to discussions and negotiations with the Federal Government.

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FG has insisted that the proposed industrial action by the Nigeria Labour Congress is illegal.

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President Bola Tinubu would attend the 63rd independence anniversary of the Republic of Benin.

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Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced reduction in the transportation fare of the Bus Rapid Transport (BRT), and Yellow Buses.

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President Tinubu’s address to Nigerians.

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Tinubu is currently decorating Service Chiefs With New Ranks.

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The Senate has started screening Ministerial Nominees.

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Workers and pensioners under the banners of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Trade Union Congress, Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees, and their affiliates, blocked Oyo State Secretariat.

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President Bola Tinubu would make a broadcast today by 7 pm.

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African leaders gave the junta in Niger one week to cede power or face the possible use of force.

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Thousands rally outside the French embassy in Niamey, to protest against France's presence in the country.

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Central Africa vote in a referendum for a new constitution

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Another batch of half-salary arrears owed by the Osun State Government has been approved.

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The leader of South Africa's radical leftist opposition party, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has urged leaders to boycott the BRICS summit.

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Tinubu, in his manifesto document titled “Renewed Hope 2023 – Action Plan for a Better Nigeria”, said he will work with the National Assembly to increase women’s participation in government to at least 35% of all governmental positions.

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Labour Union Walked out of a meeting with Federal Government over cushioning effect of subsidy removal

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Russia has signed a military deal with 40 African countries.

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The Chief Press Secretary to Governor Sanwo-Olu has revealed that the governor has submitted 39 names for confirmation.

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A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed case against Enugu State Governor.

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Governor, Yahaya has approved the appointment of 12 new permanent secretaries.

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Tinubu has approved a new team for Customs.

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House of Representatives has named heads of standing committees.

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The Long awaited ministerial list has been finally released.

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DSS request to extend the detention of the suspended CBN governor, was dismissed on Thursday.

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The Lagos State Government has announced the restructuring and renaming of some of its Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.

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The House of Representatives has taken action to provide relief materials to victims of erosion disaster in Aba North.

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Godwin Emefiele has pleaded not guilty to charges against him.

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Yakubu revealed this during a meeting with Civil Society Organisations in Abuja.

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Israeli MPs passed into law a highly controversial bill despite mass protests which aimed to thwart its passage.

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Governor Seyi Makinde appointed Professor Adeyemo as SSG.

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Israeli police used water cannon to disperse protesters blocking road to the parliament.

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Spaniards cast their vote, as they look forward to the winner of the election.

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Enugu State Government has again urged residents to disregard Monday’s sit-at-home order.

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APC has denied the allegation made by Atiku to intimidate members of the Judiciary.

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Godwin Emefiele to face a two-count charge in court

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The US Army has launched an investigation into the fate of an American soldier held by North Korea.

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Economy Diversification Senate seeks for establishment of Bitumen Development Commission to regulate Bitumen exploration , development.

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WAEC Failed To Present Governor Dapo Abiodun’s Certificate at Ogun Election Tribunal Sitting.

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Police fired tear gas and live rounds in Kibera, Nairobi's biggest slum, as protesters throwback projectiles, on the second of three days of anti-government protests called by the opposition.

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Protesters in support of the removal of fuel subsidy disrupted activities at the gate of the National Assembly.

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The NEC meeting is the second meeting of the Council expected to deliberate on the reviewed palliative package for Nigerians following petrol subsidy removal.

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A motion moved by Hon. Ugochinyere Ikenga seeking to suspend the recent increase in the pump price of petrol rejected by House of Representative Members.

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Osun State commissioners have taken oath of office.

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INEC meets electoral officers, transportation unions to review logistics deployment of the 2023 general elections.

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President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate review of Proposed N8000 palliative to cushion effect of fuel subsidy removal

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Finance ministers from the Group of 20 major economies met to discuss a raft of issues, including debt restructuring deals for low-income nations and the effect of Russia's grain deal pullout on developing economies.

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SGF assures Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu meant well for the nation.

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