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Prominent Politicians Exit PDP Amid Internal Party Turmoil

Prominent Politicians Exit PDP Amid Internal Party Turmoil Two notable figures in Nigerian politics have announced their resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing internal crises and a departure from democratic principles as their reasons for leaving. Adekunle Akinlade, the former deputy governorship candidate of the PDP in Ogun State during the 2023 elections, […]

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Atiku, Obi, and Other Opposition Leaders Consider Backing Neutral Candidate to Challenge Tinubu in 2027

Atiku, Obi, and Other Opposition Leaders Consider Backing Neutral Candidate to Challenge Tinubu in 2027 The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ralph Nwosu, has indicated that prominent opposition figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, are prepared to support a neutral candidate to unseat […]

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Senator Ndume Commends President Tinubu for Addressing Regional Imbalance in Key Appointments

Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as a commendable step toward national unity through the recent appointments of northerners into strategic federal government positions. Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja, the Senate Chief Whip expressed satisfaction with the […]

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Makinde Reaffirms Commitment to PDP Amid Defections, Emphasizes People’s Power in 2027 Elections

Makinde Reaffirms Commitment to PDP Amid Defections, Emphasizes People’s Power in 2027 Elections Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has firmly declared his unwavering loyalty to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), dismissing the recent wave of defections as inconsequential to the party’s mission. Speaking at the inauguration of the newly elected PDP South West Zonal Executive […]

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Lawyer Calls for Independent Oversight on Allocation of Emefiele’s 753 Forfeited Duplexes

Lawyer Calls for Independent Oversight on Allocation of Emefiele’s 753 Forfeited Duplexes Prominent human rights lawyer Pelumi Olajengbesi has urged the Federal Government to establish an independent oversight committee to supervise the allocation and sale of the 753 duplexes recently forfeited by former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele. This call comes amid […]

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Lamido Reveals Yar’Adua Ignored Advice, Admitted 2007 Election Irregularities, Sparking Rift with Obasanjo

Lamido Reveals Yar’Adua Ignored Advice, Admitted 2007 Election Irregularities, Sparking Rift with Obasanjo Former Jigawa State Governor and ex-Foreign Affairs Minister, Sule Lamido, has disclosed that late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua disregarded his counsel against publicly acknowledging the irregularities that marred the 2007 presidential election. Lamido’s revelation sheds new light on the internal tensions within […]

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Governor Mutfwang Directs Plateau Commissioners to Present Two-Year Achievements to Citizens

Governor Mutfwang Directs Plateau Commissioners to Present Two-Year Achievements to Citizens In a move aimed at promoting transparency and accountability, Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has instructed all 20 commissioners in the state to present detailed reports of their ministries’ achievements over the past two years to the public. This directive comes as the administration […]

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NNPP Leadership Disavows Kwankwaso’s Remarks, Issues Apology to President Tinubu and APC

NNPP Leadership Disavows Kwankwaso’s Remarks, Issues Apology to President Tinubu and APC The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) leadership has publicly distanced itself from recent critical statements made by its former presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, directed at President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement released on Sunday, […]

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Edo Governorship Legal Battle: Appeal Court Reserves Judgment in Ighodalo’s Challenge Against Okpebholo’s Victory

Edo Governorship Legal Battle: Appeal Court Reserves Judgment in Ighodalo’s Challenge Against Okpebholo’s Victory The Court of Appeal in Abuja has reserved its judgment in the legal tussle over the September 2024 Edo State governorship election, where the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Monday Okpebholo, was declared the winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission […]

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Osun APC Chieftain Welcomes Rep. Wole Oke’s Defection from PDP, Hails Strategic Boost to Party

Osun APC Chieftain Welcomes Rep. Wole Oke’s Defection from PDP, Hails Strategic Boost to Party In a significant political development, Dr. Romeo Abdul Rasheed Muideen, a prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain from Olorunda Local Government Area of Osun State, has officially welcomed Hon. Oluwole Busayo Oke into the APC fold. Hon. Oke, who represents […]

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Federal Government Commends Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Amidst Mixed Reactions

Federal Government Commends Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Amidst Mixed Reactions The Federal Government has lauded President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, highlighting significant strides in revenue generation and fiscal management since his administration commenced in May 2023. According to official statements, the government’s revenue witnessed a remarkable increase, with collections surpassing ₦9.1 trillion in the first half […]

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Wike Arrives for Crucial PDP Meeting Amid Growing Calls for Reconciliation

Wike Arrives for Crucial PDP Meeting Amid Growing Calls for Reconciliation The political temperature within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ticked up a notch today as Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), arrived at the PDP National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja. His entrance, just before deliberations commenced, sparked murmurs […]

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Kwankwaso Blasts Defectors to APC, Calls Moves ‘Highest Level of Betrayal’

Kwankwaso Blasts Defectors to APC, Calls Moves ‘Highest Level of Betrayal’ The 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has strongly condemned recent defections from his party to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the act as “the highest level of betrayal.” Kwankwaso, who addressed journalists in […]

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Is Nigeria Headed for One-Party Rule? Ganduje Thinks So as Kebbi Senators Join APC

Ganduje Hails One-Party Future as Three Kebbi Senators Defect to APC National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, has voiced support for the idea of a one-party system in Nigeria, following the defection of three senators from Kebbi State to the ruling party. The senators; Adamu Aliero, Yahaya Abdullahi, and Ibrahim […]

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Northern Governors Convene Urgent Meeting in Kaduna to Address Escalating Terror Attacks

Northern Governors Convene Urgent Meeting in Kaduna to Address Escalating Terror Attacks In response to the escalating terror attacks plaguing Northern Nigeria, the Northern Governors’ Forum is set to hold a high-stakes meeting today in Kaduna. The gathering aims to formulate a unified strategy to combat the persistent insecurity that has disrupted lives and livelihoods […]

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To Curb Insurgency, Borno Governor Halts Petrol Sales in Bama Local Government

To Curb Insurgency, Borno Governor Halts Petrol Sales in Bama Local Government In a decisive move aimed at weakening the operational capacity of insurgents, the Borno State Government has placed a temporary ban on the sale of petrol in Bama Local Government Area. The announcement was made by Governor Babagana Zulum during a security briefing […]

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Kano Government Allocates $3.5 Million to Revive 95-Year-Old Water Treatment Plant Amidst Acute Water Scarcity

Kano State Government Takes Action to Address Water Supply Challenges In response to the persistent water scarcity affecting Kano metropolis, the state government has announced plans to reactivate the historic Challawa Water Treatment Plant. Constructed in 1930 during the reign of the late Emir of Kano, Alhaji Abdullahi Bayero, the facility was the first of […]

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Labour Set to Demand Cost of Living Allowance as Economic Hardship Deepens – Ajaero

Labour to Push for Cost of Living Allowance Amid Rising Economic Struggles — Ajaero The issue of wage review, particularly beyond the national minimum wage, has become a hot topic within the Labour movement. With inflation rates continuing to rise, even before the N70,000 new national minimum wage comes into play, there’s growing frustration and […]

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Lagos Residents Advised to Expect Traffic Delays as APC Local Council Primaries Approach

Lagos Government Issues Detailed Traffic Advisory Ahead of APC Local Council Primaries The Lagos State Government has announced a comprehensive traffic advisory ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) local council primaries scheduled for Saturday, May 11, 2025. The advisory, issued on Wednesday by the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, aims to ensure minimal […]

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Tinubu and Oborevwori Hold Talks at Aso Rock

Tinubu Meets Delta Governor Oborevwori Following High-Profile Defection to APC President Bola Tinubu is currently holding a closed-door meeting with Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The governor arrived at the State House around 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, marking his first official engagement with the president since his recent defection […]