Emmanuel Macron Vows to Name New French Prime Minister Within Days
French President Emmanuel Macron said he will name a new prime minister “in the coming days”, after Michel Barnier resigned following a no-confidence vote in parliament. In a 10-minute address to the nation yesterday, he rejected opposition pressure to stand down, vowing to stay in his post “fully, until the end of the mandate” in […]
NPFL Postpones Kwara United vs. Enyimba Match Due to CAF Engagement
The Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) has announced the postponement of the highly anticipated match between Kwara United and Enyimba, originally scheduled for December 8, 2024. The decision was made to accommodate Enyimba’s participation in the CAF Confederation Cup, where they are set to face Egyptian club Zamalek on the same day. The match was postponed […]
French Government Falls After Historic No-Confidence Vote
The French government has collapsed following a no-confidence vote that resulted in the ousting of Prime Minister Michel Barnier. This significant political event marks the first successful no-confidence vote in France since 1962, highlighting the ongoing instability within the country’s political landscape. The motion to remove Barnier was overwhelmingly supported, with 331 lawmakers voting in […]
Nigerian Air Force Acquires 12 Advanced Aircraft and 63 New Aircraft Over Three Years
By Trust Inonse The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has made significant strides in enhancing its operational capabilities, having acquired 12 advanced aircraft in the past year and a total of 63 brand-new aircraft over the last three years. This announcement was made by the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, during the […]
President Tinubu Returns to Nigeria After Diplomatic Visits to France and South Africa
By Trust Inonse President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja following his recent official trips to France and South Africa, aimed at enhancing diplomatic and economic relations. His aircraft landed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at 9:10 PM, where he was welcomed by senior government officials, including the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, […]
Senate Halts Action on Controversial Tax Reform Bills, Sets Up Special Committee for Resolution
The Nigerian Senate has yielded to public pressure, suspending deliberations on the four controversial tax reform bills sent in by the Executive Arm of government pending when all issues are sorted out. The Senate has also set up a 10-member committee headed by Senate Minority Leader, Senator Abba Moro tasked with engaging with the Attorney […]
Namibia Elects Its First Female President Amid Controversy
By Trust Inonse. Namibia has made history by electing its first female president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, following a presidential election that has been marred by allegations of electoral malpractice. Nandi-Ndaitwah, who is currently the vice-president and a long-time member of the ruling South West Africa People’s Organisation (Swapo), secured 57% of the votes cast in the […]
Senate Approves 2025-2027 MTEF/FSP
The Nigerian Senate has passed the 2025–2027 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) for implementation by the Federal Government. The Red Chamber approved the expenditure framework with a total spending of ₦47.9 trillion and a new borrowing plan of ₦9.22 trillion which includes both domestic and foreign borrowings. The passage followed the […]
Senate Confirms Oluyede As Army Chief
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed the nomination of Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede for Appointment as Chief of Army Staff (COAS). The confirmation today followed the consideration of reports by the Chairman of the senate committee on Army, Sen. Yar’ adua, Abdulaziz Musa, who said the committee was impressed with the high level of understanding, achievements, […]
Nigeria-South Africa Commits To Enhance Trade Ties, Tackle Illegal Mining
By Raliat Adenekan Nigeria and South Africa today reaffirmed their commitment to deepening their long-standing ties and strengthening economic integration during the 11th Session of the Bi-National Commission held in Cape Town. Speaking at the opening of the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) today in Cape Town, President Bola Tinubu called for […]
