- SERAP Sues President Tinubu Over Rivers State Emergency Declaration: The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against President Bola Tinubu, challenging the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State.
- PDP Group Demands Resignation of Senate President and House Speaker: The Conference of Professionals in the People’s Democratic Party (CP-PDP) has called for the resignation of Senate President Godswill Akpabio and House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas over their approval of the state of emergency in Rivers State.
- Police Rescue Abducted Reverend Father in Anambra: Anambra State Police have secured the release of Reverend Father Stephen Echezona following a fierce gunfight with his abductors.
- Natasha Akpoti Distributes Grains Amid Suspension: Despite her recent suspension, Natasha Akpoti has distributed 2,400 bags of grains to her constituents, demonstrating continued commitment to her community.
- Troops Arrest Notorious Cultist in Plateau State: Security forces have apprehended a suspected notorious cultist and criminal in Plateau State, aiming to curb criminal activities in the region.
Global:
- Israeli Airstrike on Gaza Hospital: An Israeli airstrike targeted Gaza’s Nasser Hospital, resulting in the deaths of five individuals, including a Hamas leader. The EU’s foreign policy chief has called for an end to the violence.
- EAC and SADC Leaders Hold Summit on DRC Crisis: Leaders from the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) are conducting a virtual summit to address the escalating security situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
- Thai Prime Minister Faces No-Confidence Motion: Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is confronting a no-confidence motion in parliament amid criticisms regarding economic performance and alleged influence from her father, former PM Thaksin Shinawatra.
- US Detective Killed in Shootout: Newark detective Joseph Azcona was fatally shot while pursuing a teenager who had brandished a firearm during an Instagram live video.
- Skincare Brand Sells Eggs Amid Price Surge: In response to soaring egg prices, skincare brand The Ordinary is selling eggs at $3.37 per dozen in New York City, garnering public attention.
