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In a significant revelation, former President Goodluck Jonathan disclosed that he had contemplated the relocation of his mother to Abuja had Governor Douye Diri, the candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), lost in the Bayelsa election. The revelation came to light during Jonathan’s visit to Diri in Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa State, on […]
Senator Smart Adeyemi On Monday, the Supreme Court delivered its final verdict on Senator Smart Adeyemi’s appeal regarding the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election in Kogi State, which took place on April 15. The Supreme Court issued a unanimous judgment, ruling that the appeal lacked merit as it failed to challenge the consistent […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rescheduled its meeting with the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. Originally slated for today (Monday), the meeting has been postponed and is now set to take place on Friday. This decision was announced by Sam Olumekun, the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee. […]
Former Presidential Aspirant under the banner of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Nwachukwu Anakwenze, issued a compelling plea on Sunday, urging the party’s leadership to consider selecting a Southern candidate for the presidential ticket should former Senate President Bukola Saraki assume the role of PDP National Chairman. Anakwenze’s statements highlighted the significant qualifications […]
According to the state government, the assault took place at 4 p.m., and the perpetrators were clad in “military attire FILE PHOTO of Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, found himself in a harrowing situation on Sunday as he narrowly escaped an assassination attempt just a few kilometers away from the […]
“NLC Commends Governor Nasir Idris for Effective Palliative Distribution, Lowering Food Prices in Kebbi State” The Kebbi State Council of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed its appreciation for Governor Nasir Idris’ efficient allocation of palliatives across the state. The NLC credits this distribution for a noticeable reduction in the prices of essential food […]
Former Finance Minister Olusegun Aganga has offered insights into the ongoing depreciation of the Nigerian naira, attributing its continued weakening to the country’s heavy reliance on imports. Aganga emphasized that it is unwise to expend substantial resources defending the naira without concurrent investments in the manufacturing sector to boost the nation’s exports. He shared his […]
Nigerian comedian and skitmaker, Adebowale Adedeyo, popularly known as Mr. Macaroni, joined a group of fellow Nigerians in a gathering at Lekki Tollgate in Lagos on Friday. They came together to commemorate the third anniversary of the tragic shootings that occurred during the #EndSARS protest on October 20, 2020. Notably, the event took […]
Akpabio remarked, “The truth is that the EFCC has been more focused on sensationalism than conducting substantive investigations.” A photo of the Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Senate President Godswill Akpabio has criticized the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for its perceived lack of professionalism and an emphasis on sensationalism over thorough investigations. During a […]
“Coincidentally, Ndume Served as Akpabio’s Campaign Manager During the Senate Presidency Race in June.” Tinubu is promising not to disappoint Nigerians. Former Kogi West Senator Adeyemi Smart, in a recent Television interview made a bold assertion, stating that President Bola Tinubu is determined to hold ministers accountable for their performance. Adeyemi, who is currently aspiring […]
World Bank Names Nigerian Finance Minister Wale Edun as Chairman of African Governors’ Forum In a historic development, the World Bank has designated Wale Edun, Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, as the Chairman of the African Governors’ Forum. This appointment is an unprecedented first for Nigeria, as affirmed by a […]
PDP Lagos Gubernatorial Candidate, Dr. Abdulazeez Adediran (Jandor), Appeals Election Tribunal’s Verdict Dr. Abdulazeez Adediran, also known as Jandor and the PDP’s gubernatorial candidate in Lagos State, has announced his appeal against the judgment of the Lagos State Election Petition Tribunal that affirmed the re-election of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. This announcement was made through a […]
The Labour Party has refuted allegations made by one of its former members, Abayomi Arabambi, regarding purported discrepancies in the educational certificates of the party’s Presidential candidate, Peter Obi. In a phone interview with Vanguard on Thursday, the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Obiora Ifoh, stated, “Arabambi is evidently carrying out the agenda of […]
Kwara State Polytechnic in Ilorin has officially disavowed the two female students who were paraded by the police in Abuja on Wednesday in connection with the alleged murder of a hotel manager in the state capital. According to the institution, they had been previously expelled from the polytechnic due to subpar academic performance. The Public […]
The President characterized the appeal as containing abusive elements and requested its dismissal. : President Bola Tinubu and former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the Supreme Court to reject the appeal put forth by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), challenging his victory in the 2023 […]
President Bola Tinubu BBC Finds No Evidence of Forged Academic Records for President Bola Tinubu at Chicago State University The BBC has reported that there is no substantiated evidence to suggest that President Bola Tinubu forged his academic records from Chicago State University, which were submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the […]
The Deputy Governor initiated the lawsuit to contest the State House of Assembly’s impeachment proceedings against him. Photo of Ondo State Deputy Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa. Ondo Deputy Governor’s Bid to Halt Impeachment Hit by Court Decision The efforts of Ondo State’s Deputy Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, to thwart the impeachment proceedings initiated by the State […]
EFCC Arrests Two Alleged Internet Fraudsters at Skales’ Residence The Lagos Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended two suspected internet fraudsters at the home of the renowned Nigerian singer, Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, widely known as Skales. The EFCC disclosed this development on Tuesday through an official statement, identifying the two […]
Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) Names Ahonsi Unuigbe as New Chairman Lagos, Nigeria – Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has announced the appointment of Mr. Ahonsi Unuigbe as its new Board Chairman, effective from September 27, 2023. This decision follows the retirement of Mr. Abubakar Mahmoud. Additionally, shareholders of NGX have approved several key appointments, including Mr. […]
“Atiku Alleges Tinubu’s Concealment of Forgeries, Keyamo Challenges Proof, Senators Emphasize Caution and Justice” The 107 former senators from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), who make up the APC Non-Serving Senators Group, have thrown their support behind President Bola Tinubu in light of the Chicago State University (CSU) certificate controversy. They emphasize the importance […]