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US House Of Reps Passes Bill That Would Ban TikTok
The United States House of representatives has voted to in favor of the bill seeking to ban social media platform TikTok) in the country.Unless Its Parent Sells Ownership Stake.
The measure, which only gained momentum in the past few days, requires TikTok’s parent company ByteDance to sell the app within 180 days or see it barred from the Apple and Google app stores in the United States.
The US House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved a bill on Wednesday that would force TikTok to divest from its Chinese owner or get banned from the United States.
The lawmakers voted 352 in favour of the proposed law and 65 against, in a rare moment of bipartisan unity in politically divided Washington.
The legislation threatens to be a major setback for the video-sharing app, which has surged in popularity across the world while causing nervousness about its Chinese ownership and its potential subservience to the Communist Party in Beijing.
The fate of the bill is uncertain in the Senate, where some key figures are apprehensive of making such a drastic move against an app that has 170 million US users.
President Joe Biden will sign the bill, known officially as the “Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act,” into law if it came to his desk, the White House has said.
The measure, which only gained momentum in the past few days, requires TikTok’s parent company ByteDance to sell the app within 180 days or see it barred from the Apple and Google app stores in the United States.
It also gives the president power to designate other applications to be a national security threat if under the control of a country considered adversarial to the US.
The resurgent campaign by Washington against TikTok came as a surprise to the company, the Wall Street Journal reported, with TikTok executives reassured when Biden joined the app last month as part of his campaign for a second term.
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is in Washington, trying to shore up support to stop the bill.
“This latest legislation being rushed through at unprecedented speed without even the benefit of a public hearing, poses serious Constitutional concerns,” wrote Michael Beckerman, TikTok’s vice president for public policy.
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The co-sponsors, House Republican Mike Gallagher and House Democrat Raja Krishnamoorthi, as well as the White House, argue that the bill is not a ban of TikTok, as long as the company divests from ByteDance.
China warned on Wednesday that the move will “inevitably come back to bite the United States.”
“Although the United States has never found evidence that TikTok threatens US national security, it has not stopped suppressing TikTok,” foreign ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said, condemning it as “bullying behavior.”
Republican lawmakers approved the bill, in an unusual act of defiance against Donald Trump.
In a turnaround from his earlier stance, Trump on Monday said he was against a ban, mainly because it would strengthen Meta, the owner of Instagram and Facebook, which he called an “enemy of the people.”
When Trump was president, he attempted to wrest control of Tiktok from ByteDance, but was blocked by US courts.
Trump denied accusations that he changed his tune because a major investor in TikTok, hedge funder Jeff Yass, is donating to his 2024 election campaign.
“I think it will die in the Senate,” said representative Nancy Mace, a Trump ally. “This is not our job to this.”
Other efforts to ban TikTok have failed with a bill proposed a year ago getting nowhere largely over free speech concerns.
Similarly, a state law passed in Montana banning the platform was suspended by a federal court on the suspicion that it violated constitutional free speech rights.
TikTok staunchly denies any ties to the Chinese government and has restructured the company so the data of US users stays in the country, the company says.
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ADC Aspirant Hosts Special Ramadan Iftar for Islamic Scholars in Funakaye
By Our Political Reporter
In the spirit of the holy month of Ramadan, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and aspirant for the House of Representatives seat representing Funakaye Local Government Area, Kwami Local Government Area, and Gombe Local Government Area Federal Constituency, Engineer Ibrahim Musa Bajoga, has hosted a special Iftar for Islamic scholars.

The event, held on the 22nd day of Ramadan, brought together prominent Islamic clerics and scholars from various communities across Funakaye Local Government Area in Gombe State.
According to the organizers, the Iftar gathering was aimed at seeking blessings, spiritual guidance, and prayers from respected scholars during the sacred month, which Muslims consider a period of reflection, charity, and devotion.

Speaking during the gathering, Engineer Ibrahim Musa Bajoga said the initiative was organized to strengthen unity, promote religious values, and seek prayers for peace and progress in the constituency and the state at large.
He noted that the month of Ramadan provides an opportunity for leaders and community members to come together in humility and devotion, stressing the importance of spiritual support from scholars.

The Islamic clerics who attended the Iftar offered special prayers for peace, unity, and development in the constituency, Gombe State, and Nigeria as a whole.
Engineer Bajoga expressed appreciation to all the scholars and guests who honored the invitation, thanking them for their prayers and continued support.
He reaffirmed his commitment to supporting religious and community initiatives that promote harmony and collective progress, especially during significant religious occasions like Ramadan.

Observers say such gatherings have become a common feature of community engagement during Ramadan, where political and community leaders interact with religious scholars while seeking spiritual guidance.
The event ended with prayers for the prosperity of the people and peaceful coexistence across communities in the state.
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Amaechi Joins ADC, Flags Off Digital Membership Drive in Rivers
By Our Political Reporter
Former Minister of Transportation and ex-Governor of Rivers State, Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, has officially registered as a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking a significant political development that could reshape the party’s strength ahead of future elections in Nigeria.
Amaechi completed his membership registration on March 6, 2026, at his hometown Ubima in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State, formally aligning himself with the party at the grassroots level.
The event was attended by party supporters, political associates, and community members who gathered to witness what many described as a defining moment for the ADC in the state.
During the ceremony, Amaechi also flagged off the party’s electronic membership registration (E-registration) platform, a move aimed at expanding the party’s membership base and making the registration process easier and more transparent for Nigerians across the country.
Speaking shortly after completing the registration, Amaechi emphasized the need for strong institutions, credible political participation, and renewed commitment to democratic values, noting that digital membership registration would help bring more Nigerians—especially young people—into the political process.
He said the ADC’s adoption of technology in its membership drive represents a new direction for political organization and grassroots mobilization in Nigeria.
As part of activities marking the occasion, Amaechi also commissioned the newly renovated ADC State Secretariat in Rivers State on March 7, 2026, describing the upgraded facility as a symbol of the party’s growing presence and readiness to play a stronger role in national politics.
Party leaders who spoke at the event expressed optimism that Amaechi’s entry into the ADC would strengthen the party’s structure in Rivers State and beyond, given his long-standing experience in governance and national politics.
Amaechi previously served as Governor of Rivers State from 2007 to 2015 and later as Minister of Transportation from 2015 to 2023, making him one of the most influential political figures from the Niger Delta region.
Political observers say his move into the ADC could boost the party’s visibility and organizational capacity, particularly in the South-South region, where major political parties have traditionally dominated.
With the launch of the E-registration system and the commissioning of the party secretariat, ADC leaders say the party is positioning itself for broader national engagement and stronger grassroots participation as Nigeria’s political landscape continues to evolve.
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Appeal Court Set to Rule on Nine PDP Appeals On Monday
By Our Political Reporter
The Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal is set to deliver judgment On, Monday, March 9, 2026, on nine appeals concerning the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), a case widely seen as crucial to the party’s internal stability ahead of future political activities.
The judgment will be delivered at the headquarters of the Court of Appeal of Nigeria in Abuja, where party members, stakeholders and supporters are expected to gather to witness the proceedings.
In a statement signed by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, supporters were encouraged to attend the court session to demonstrate solidarity with what he described as the “authentic executives” of the party elected during the PDP Ibadan National Convention.
According to the statement, the court’s decision on the nine appeals is expected to provide clarity on the leadership dispute that has generated significant debate within the party.
“The presence and support of party members and stakeholders will be highly valued and appreciated,” the statement noted, calling on PDP faithful to remain peaceful and orderly throughout the court proceedings.
Political observers say the ruling could have far-reaching implications for the future of the PDP, as it may determine the legitimacy of party executives and shape the direction of the opposition party in the coming months.
Security is expected to be tightened around the court premises in Abuja as supporters from different factions of the party are likely to converge to hear the verdict.
The PDP, one of Nigeria’s major opposition parties, has in recent months faced internal disputes over its leadership structure, with several appeals filed before the appellate court seeking legal interpretation and resolution.
All eyes will now be on the Court of Appeal as it delivers its judgment on the appeals that could significantly influence the party’s internal cohesion and political trajectory.
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