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President Bola Tinubu urged the Nigerian House of Representatives to include safeguards against abuse in the proposed constitutional amendment for the creation of state police.

The Speaker of Osun State House, Adewale Egbedun, along with 24 lawmakers, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the Accord Party in Nigeria.

President Bola Tinubu has urged the House of Representatives to amend the Constitution to establish state police, ensuring safeguards against potential abuses by governors.

The Gombe State Executive Council has approved a N5 billion project for street naming, signages, and house numbering to enhance urban management.

Twenty-five members of the Osun State House of Assembly have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the Accord Party, following the governor's lead in changing parties.

Rep. Janelle Bynum criticized President Trump's challenge during his State of the Union address as 'racist', expressing discomfort over his stance prioritizing U.S. citizens over illegal immigrants.

The Lagos State House of Assembly has mandated a two-week timeline for reconciliation efforts with communities affected by recent demolitions.

Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapeiti met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the White House to discuss deepening strategic partnership and economic diplomacy.

Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton testified before Congress claiming she never met Jeffrey Epstein and has no information about his crimes.

Residents of Kaduna State protested at the Government House, demanding action on the disappearance of Abubakar Idris and public scrutiny of former governor Nasir El-Rufai's administration.

A political scandal emerges in Wyoming after a far-right activist was caught handing checks to Republican lawmakers on the state house floor, raising concerns about financial influence in politics.

Police arrested Jamilton Alves Franco, known as 'Chocô', in a luxury home in São Paulo, identified as the largest cocaine supplier to the state of Paraíba.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt accused Democrats of responding defensively during Trump's State of the Union address regarding issues of crime and immigration.

Kamala Harris criticizes President Trump's State of the Union address, calling it deceptive and unrepresentative of the American people's struggles.

The Speaker of the Adamawa State House of Assembly and 15 other members have resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party, citing national issues within the party.

Stephen Colbert criticized House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries' suggestion for a 'silent' protest during the State of the Union address, calling it a rebranding of inaction.

Rep. Kat Cammack explained her decision to sit among Democrats during President Trump's State of the Union address to promote unity and support for America's successes.

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi struggled to respond during a CNN interview regarding President Trump’s comments on congressional stock trading at the State of the Union address.

The Anambra State House of Assembly has passed a bill to create a Rural Access Roads Agency aimed at improving road conditions and transportation in rural areas.

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Tunji Disu as acting Inspector-General of Police during a ceremony at the State House in Abuja.

Rep. Rashida Tlaib wore a controversial pin during Trump's State of the Union address advocating against ICE and supporting Epstein survivors.

Former House of Representatives member Shehu Bawa distributed over 10,000 bags of rice and grains to vulnerable residents in Kaduna State to alleviate economic hardships during Ramadan and Lent.

Democratic Congressman Al Green was removed from the chamber just before President Donald Trump's State of the Union address for protesting with a sign.

An Odisha vigilance officer was caught red-handed taking a bribe and was found with over 4 crores in cash, marking one of the largest cash recoveries in the state's history.

Donald Trump delivered a triumphant State of the Union address, proclaiming the resurgence of America under his leadership.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed his anger towards the opposition in the state assembly due to disruptions and uproar caused by their behavior.

Democrat Al Green was removed from the House shortly after President Donald Trump began his State of the Union address for holding a sign that read 'Black people are not monkeys.'

Al Green, a former justice of the peace and Texas congressman, has been expelled from the House for the second consecutive year during the State of the Union address.

President Trump announced that the gold-medal-winning U.S. women's ice hockey team will soon visit the White House after they declined an invitation to his State of the Union address.

The U.S. men’s hockey team was celebrated at President Trump's State of the Union, receiving applause and 'U-S-A' chants from the House chamber.

Democratic Congressman Al Green was removed from the House after protesting against Trump during the State of the Union address.

Rep. Al Green, ejected during a previous State of the Union by President Trump, returns to the House to attend this year's address.

President Trump humorously donned Team USA hockey player Matthew Tkachuk's gold medal during a visit to the White House ahead of the State of the Union address.

The US men's Olympic hockey team, fresh from their historic victory against Canada, visited the White House and was scheduled to attend the State of the Union address.

House Speaker Mike Johnson criticized Democrats for organizing multiple counter-State of the Union events, claiming this reflects their obsession with former President Trump.

A fence surrounding Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda's residence has been partially demolished following a complaint to the authorities regarding its legality and its encroachment on state land.

Democratic Governor JB Pritzker of Illinois claims that the White House owes each family in the state 10,770 kroner due to illegal tariff revenues as ruled by the U.S. Supreme Court.

House Speaker Mike Johnson invites the family of slain Louisiana officer Marc Tyler Brock to attend Trump's State of the Union address, highlighting the sacrifices of law enforcement.

A house fire in Daugavpils on February 22 resulted in the death of one individual, as reported by the State Fire and Rescue Service.

The US State Department reaffirmed respect for South Korea's judicial independence following comments from a White House official regarding former President Yoon Suk-yeol's life sentence.

The All Progressives Congress congratulated its candidates for winning the recent bye-elections in Rivers State House of Assembly.

The Fusengbuwa Ruling House is urging the Ogun State Governor to remove the hold on the selection of a new Awujale to allow kingmakers to proceed with the process amidst rising frustration from the Ijebu community.

A North Carolina college instructor and State House candidate was terminated after a recorded rant that included disparaging remarks about conservative figure Charlie Kirk.

Ekiti State Government has established a tribunal to address the issue of increasing house rents in the region.

The Deputy Spokesperson of Nigeria's House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has urged citizens to support efforts aimed at addressing insecurity in the country, particularly through the newly launched Operation Savannah Shield.

The bodies of a mother and daughter were found in advanced decomposition in Indaiatuba, Brazil, prompting an investigation by the police.

A public law professor has criticized Joensuu city's handling of the competition for a €30 million music and cultural center, suggesting it may constitute hidden state aid.

A man was arrested after being found in a strange state while repeatedly backing into a house.

The US State Department emphasized respect for the South Korean judiciary after a controversial White House message regarding a court ruling related to former President Yoon Suk-yeol.

A member of the House of Representatives, Inuwa Garba, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress in Gombe State, citing positive leadership and policies as his motivation.