On Saturday, June 22, former presidential candidate of the People Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar, paid a visit to former President Muhammadu Buhari in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State.

Atiku arrived at the Umaru Musa Yar’adua Airport in Katsina around 11:25 am on a private jet before heading straight to Daura to meet with the former President.

Accompanying him were former Sokoto State governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, former National Secretary of the PDP Ibrahim Tsauri, as well as party stakeholders and supporters.

After the visit, Atiku spoke with journalists, explaining that his visit was to congratulate the former President and the Emir of Daura on the successful celebration of the Eid-el-Kabir festivity.

However, some, including Doyin Okupe, believe the visit is politically motivated with an eye on the 2027 election. Atiku has previously stated in an interview that he will continue to run for the presidency as long as he remains healthy.

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has advised churches to be cautious about accepting donations from unexplained sources.

Osinbajo emphasized that places of worship should be vigilant in ensuring that their funds come from legitimate and transparent origins.

This statement aligns with his broader call for integrity and accountability within both religious institutions and the broader Nigerian society.

By encouraging churches to refuse suspicious donations, Osinbajo hopes to combat corruption and promote ethical standards.

He stressed the importance of financial transparency and the role of religious organizations in setting moral examples for their communities.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed a ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict, conditional upon Ukraine withdrawing its forces from four regions currently occupied by Russian troops and renouncing its intention to join NATO.

This announcement comes as Putin emphasizes the need for peace talks based on present conditions and previously agreed-upon frameworks, rather than unilateral terms dictated by Ukraine.

Ukraine’s response has been one of skepticism, with officials suggesting that Putin’s offer is an attempt to undermine an upcoming peace summit organized by Ukraine.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak have both indicated that Russia’s terms are not conducive to a genuine peace process and that international pressure must continue to be applied to bring Russia to the negotiation table in good faith.

This development occurs amidst ongoing hostilities, particularly in the Kharkiv region, where Ukrainian forces are actively engaged in defending against Russian advances.

The situation remains tense, with continuous military support from the United States to bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities.