Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Nigerian Air Force Boosts Troops’ Welfare With 100% Increase In Ration Cash Allowance. In a significant move to enhance the welfare of its personnel, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced a 100 percent increase in the Ration Cash Allowance (RCA) for its troops, effective as part of the 2025 budgetary provisions. The initiative, unveiled by Chief of Air Staff Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, forms part of a broader package of welfare improvements aimed at boosting morale and addressing the rising cost of living. The doubling of the RCA, which supports personnel in meeting their daily nutritional needs,…

WhatsApp Ceases Support For iPhone 6, Galaxy S4, And 11 Other Phone Models. WhatsApp, the globally popular messaging platform owned by Meta, has officially discontinued support for several older smartphone models, including the iPhone 6, Samsung Galaxy S4, and 11 other devices, effective from 1 June 2025. The decision, which affects devices unable to run iOS 15.1 or Android 5.1 and later, stems from the app’s updated system requirements aimed at enhancing security and performance. According to reports from Tribune Online and Premium Times, the move impacts a range of devices released around 2013 and 2014, including the iPhone…

Judges And Lawyers Locked Out As JUSUN Launches Indefinite Strike In Abuja. Courtrooms across Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT) were brought to a standstill on Monday as the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) commenced an indefinite nationwide strike, locking out judges, lawyers, court staff, and litigants. The industrial action, which has paralysed judicial activities, follows unresolved demands by the union for improved wages and working conditions. The Federal High Court (FHC) headquarters along Shehu Shagari Way in Abuja was among the affected institutions, with all entrance gates locked, according to a report by the News Agency of Nigeria…

Nigeria’s Debt To Stabilise At 50% Of GDP, Signals Economic Progress, Says Moody’s. In a promising development for Nigeria’s economy, global credit rating agency Moody’s has forecasted that the country’s public debt will stabilise at approximately 50% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 2026, with fiscal deficits expected to decline in 2026 and 2027. This projection, highlighted in recent posts on X, reflects growing confidence in Nigeria’s ongoing economic reforms and fiscal management under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. However, the agency cautioned that interest payments are projected to consume 35% of government revenue, underscoring the need for sustained fiscal…

Boko Haram IED Attack Claims Nine Lives In Borno, Prompts Calls For Giwa Barracks Relocation. A devastating attack by suspected Boko Haram terrorists in Guzamala Local Council, Borno State, claimed the lives of nine people at the weekend, when Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) detonated at a bus stop in Mairari Village. The incident, which occurred around 11am on Saturday, also left numerous villagers injured, with survivors evacuated to hospitals in Monguno and Maiduguri for treatment. The Speaker of the Borno State House of Assembly, Abdulkarim Lawan, expressed profound grief over the tragedy, describing it as a painful loss for…

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Refutes Claims Of Plot Against Tinubu Administration. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central in the Nigerian Senate, has firmly denied allegations that she sought to undermine President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The accusations, made by UK-based businesswoman Sandra Duru, claimed that Akpoti-Uduaghan was orchestrating a campaign against the President by targeting Senate President Godswill Akpabio to destabilise the Tinubu administration within the National Assembly. In an exclusive interview with US-based Nigerian journalist Adeola Fayehun, the senator categorically rejected these claims, stressing her commitment to unity and dismissing any suggestion of tribalism. “People who know me know…

Gaza Ceasefire Talks Stumble Again Over Longstanding Divide. Efforts to broker a ceasefire in the Gaza conflict have hit yet another snag, as a fundamental disagreement between Hamas and Israel continues to thwart progress. For nearly 20 months, mediators from the United States, Egypt, and Qatar have struggled to bridge the gap between the two sides, with the latest round of talks faltering over the same issue that has long stalled negotiations: Hamas demands a permanent truce, while Israel insists on a temporary one. The war, now in its 20th month, has brought immense suffering to Palestinian civilians, with…

South Korea’s New President Faces Daunting Task Of Uniting A Fractured Nation. South Korea stands at a crossroads as it prepares to elect a new president on Tuesday, a pivotal moment that could steer the nation towards stability after months of political upheaval. The incoming leader—whether the left-leaning frontrunner Lee Jae-myung or his conservative rival Kim Moon-soo—will inherit a deeply divided country grappling with domestic strife and mounting international pressures. The nation’s economic engine, long a source of pride, is faltering. Growth has slowed to a crawl, and the income gap has widened to unprecedented levels. South Korea…

Ukraine Launches Historic Drone Strike On Russian Airbases, Targets Strategic Bombers. In a bold and meticulously planned operation, Ukraine executed its most ambitious airstrike of the ongoing conflict with Russia, targeting multiple Russian airbases deep within enemy territory. The large-scale drone attack, codenamed “Operation Spider’s Web,” struck strategic military assets, including nuclear-capable bombers, in a move that Ukrainian officials hailed as a historic blow to Russia’s air capabilities. The operation, disclosed on Sunday, June 1, 2025, comes on the eve of renewed ceasefire talks in Istanbul, signaling Ukraine’s resolve to maintain pressure on Moscow both militarily and diplomatically. A…

Abia Governor Otti To Seek God’s Divine Guidance On 2027 Re-election Bid. Abia State Governor Alex Otti has announced he will seek divine guidance before deciding whether to stand for re-election in the 2027 governorship election. The governor made the statement during a ceremony at Sam Ihesiulor Stadium in Okpuala Ngwa, where the Oha Isiala Ngwa community publicly endorsed his leadership. Otti described the endorsement as a testament to his administration’s achievements but emphasised that any decision regarding his political future would only be made after consulting with God. “Just as 2023 was in God’s hands, 2027 will also…

Wike Vows To Lead PDP Campaign In 2027, Dismisses Party Betrayal Claims. Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has boldly declared his intention to spearhead the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) campaign in Rivers State for the 2027 presidential election. The announcement came during a media parley in Abuja on Monday, 2 June 2025, where Wike addressed accusations of undermining the PDP while serving in President Bola Tinubu’s administration, a rival party. “I am still in PDP. I worked hard for the party,” Wike asserted, dismissing claims of disloyalty. “I have not seen anybody who has…

Federal Government Declares Public Holidays For Eid-ul-Adha, Urges Unity And Prayer. The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced Friday, 6 June, and Monday, 9 June, as public holidays to commemorate this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration. The declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the government, extending warm congratulations to the Muslim Ummah both in Nigeria and across the diaspora. In a statement released by Dr. Magdalene Ajani, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Tunji-Ojo called on Muslims to embrace the spirit of sacrifice and faith exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be…