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Deadly Floods Ravage Mexico, Claiming Two Lives
According to Nivo News, two people have died in central Mexico after being swept away by floodwaters triggered by torrential rains. Local emergency officials confirmed that the victims’ bodies were recovered late Friday night in the city of Queretaro, where relentless downpours continued into Saturday, damaging property and prompting federal authorities to activate a military emergency response plan.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The heavy rains also disrupted operations at Benito Juarez International Airport in Mexico City, one of Latin America’s busiest travel hubs, where flights were briefly suspended on Saturday due to poor visibility. The same airport, which handled over 45 million passengers in 2024, had experienced similar interruptions earlier this month following severe flooding in the capital and surrounding areas.
Mexico, which faces seasonal storms between May and November, has seen exceptionally wet conditions this year. Officials report that rainfall in the capital has been the heaviest since 1952, with June ranking as the third-rainiest month since 1985. Climate experts warn that human-driven global warming is intensifying weather extremes, increasing the likelihood of destructive flooding events across the country.
1. A Federal High Court in Abuja has discharged and acquitted suspended DCP Abba Kyari and his two brothers, Mohammed and Ali, over allegations of failing to declare their assets. Delivering judgment on Thursday, Justice James Omotosho ruled that the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency did not provide sufficient evidence to establish the case beyond reasonable doubt.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
2. The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has assured Nigerians that domestic fuel supply will remain a priority despite the ongoing crisis in the Middle East and the volatility in the global oil market. In a statement released on Thursday, the refinery said it remains committed to stabilising Nigeria’s energy sector amid global supply disruptions linked to the conflict.
3. Suspected terrorists have attacked a military base and an Internally Displaced Persons camp in Ngoshe town, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, leaving several soldiers and civilians dead. Residents and security sources said the heavily armed attackers stormed the town shortly after Muslims broke their fast on Wednesday.
4. The Kano State House of Assembly has begun impeachment proceedings against the state’s Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, over allegations including gross misconduct, abuse of office and breach of public trust. The notice of impeachment was presented during plenary by the Majority Leader, Lawan Hussaini Dala, citing Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution.
5. The Force Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Police Force, ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, will leave his position in Abuja on Friday, ending a five-month tenure noted for strengthening the force’s public communication and digital engagement. A senior police officer is expected to replace him, although the individual’s identity had not been disclosed as of press time.
6. The Cross River State House of Assembly has indefinitely suspended the lawmaker representing Obubra I State Constituency, Hon. Dickson Ovat Agbor, over allegations of violent behaviour deemed inappropriate for a legislator. The decision was announced during plenary following a motion moved by Rt. Hon. Davies Etta and seconded by Rt. Hon. Francis Bassey Asuquo.
7. The Senate has summoned the immediate past Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Mele Kyari, to explain an alleged N210 trillion expenditure by the national oil company between 2017 and 2023 which lawmakers say remains unaccounted for.
8. Deputy Inspector-General of Police Frank Mba and several other senior officers are set to retire from the Nigeria Police Force following recent leadership changes. At the same time, seven Assistant Inspectors-General of Police are expected to be promoted to the rank of Deputy Inspector-General.
9. The Lagos State Police Command has dismissed four officers accused of involvement in the killing of seven traders at Owode Onirin Market in Kosofe Local Government Area. The State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, announced the dismissal on Thursday while briefing journalists at the Police Officers’ Mess in Ikeja.
10. The Inter-Party Advisory Council has warned that political parties may boycott the 2027 general elections if contentious provisions in the recently enacted Electoral Act 2026 are not amended. The council said the law, signed by President Bola Tinubu, contains clauses that could weaken internal party democracy and undermine the credibility of the electoral process.
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has cautioned the Kano State House of Assembly to tread carefully over the planned removal of the state’s Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
reports that the warning was issued on Thursday in a statement by the party’s State Publicity Secretary, Ibrahim Karaye.
In the statement, the party urged the Assembly to take into account the ongoing political shifts and defections across the state before making any move against the deputy governor.
According to the NNPP, an elected official should not be pressured into taking actions that conflict with personal convictions or political beliefs.
The party also advised the Kano State Government to avoid steps that could heighten tensions or trigger a political crisis in the state.
It noted that the political atmosphere in Kano is already sensitive, stressing that any action capable of worsening the situation should be approached with caution.
The NNPP further stated that its members are law-abiding and remain committed to democratic values.
The party added that members should be allowed to freely express their political views without intimidation or unfair treatment.
It will be recalled that the Kano State House of Assembly had earlier initiated impeachment proceedings against Deputy Governor Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo.
The lawmakers accused him of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and actions they claimed breached the trust reposed in him by the public.
The Kaduna State Government has directed all political appointees and public officials intending to participate in the 2027 general elections to resign from their positions on or before March 23, 2026.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
reports that the directive followed the release of a revised election timetable by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
According to the updated schedule issued by the electoral body, elections for the President and members of the National Assembly are slated for January 16, 2027.
Polls for state governors and members of state houses of assembly will take place on February 6, 2027.
The timetable further indicates that political parties are expected to commence their primary elections on April 23, 2026, as part of preparations for the general polls.
The Secretary to the State Government, Abdulqadir Muazu Meyere, explained that the directive was issued to ensure that officials seeking elective positions comply with the electoral regulations guiding the process.
He noted that the law mandates public office holders who intend to contest elections to resign from their positions before the commencement of party primaries.
The state government therefore urged all affected officials to submit their resignation letters before the deadline to avoid breaching electoral guidelines.
“Consequent upon the foregoing, I am to draw the attention of all Political Appointees, and other government officials who desire to contest for elective positions that conduct of party primaries are expected to commence from 23rd April 2026.
“In line with this development, all such appointees and officials are by this circular, advised to resign their appointments by 23rd March, 2026. This is to enable prospective contestants meet the one (1) month’s requirement for them to resign from office before seeking for elective positions,” the statement read in part.
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