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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 […]
Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has once again reaffirmed his steadfast commitment to the PDP, declaring that he has no intention of leaving the party despite recent speculations suggesting otherwise. Atiku made this clear during a strategic engagement with the Women’s Wing of the PDP […]
Tinubu Greenlights $122 Billion Power Reform Plan to Light Up Nigeria’s Future President Bola Tinubu has taken a bold step to tackle Nigeria’s long-standing electricity woes by approving a comprehensive new energy policy that could unlock over $122 billion in investments over the next two decades. At the Federal Executive Council meeting held Monday, Tinubu […]
Nigeria Steps Into Leadership Role to Electrify Africa by 2030 – Speaker Abbas Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has declared Nigeria’s ambition to lead Africa’s clean energy transformation, revealing a bold target to help deliver electricity to 300 million people across the continent by 2030. Delivering a keynote address at the […]
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has publicly apologised to President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu after a group of women in Rivers State staged a walkout during a presidential empowerment event in Port Harcourt. The incident, which occurred during a programme under the Renewed Hope Initiative aimed at supporting 500 […]
Allegations, Denials, and Political Accusations: Tensions Rise Over Claims Against President Tinubu’s Son Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has sharply criticized President Bola Tinubu over explosive allegations of assault and abduction involving his son, Seyi Tinubu. The incident has ignited a storm of controversy, political blame-trading, and calls for accountability. At the center of the […]
EFCC to NGOs: Be Vigilant, Stay Compliant with Anti-Terror and Money Laundering Laws The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called on non-profit organisations across the country to stay alert and ensure they don’t unknowingly fall foul of laws on terrorism financing and money laundering. This message was delivered on Tuesday during a training […]
SERAP Urges Tinubu to Reject $1.08bn World Bank Loan, Investigate Missing Funds The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to reject the recently approved $1.08 billion loan from the World Bank. Instead, the group urges the President to instruct the Attorney General, Lateef Fagbemi, and anti-corruption agencies to investigate […]
Former Oyo Governor Victor Olunloyo Dies at 89 Chief Victor Omololu Olunloyo, a former Governor of Oyo State and respected elder statesman, has passed away at the age of 89, just days shy of his 90th birthday. His death was confirmed in a statement issued by Barrister Oladapo Ogunwusi on behalf of the family. “With […]
President Bola Tinubu Tinubu to Commission FCT Projects in Area Councils for Second Anniversary – Wike The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has revealed that President Bola Tinubu will commission key projects in at least one Area Council as part of activities to mark his second year in office. Wike made […]
Umahi Unveils CCTV on Third Mainland Bridge to Prevent Suicides, Curb Illegal Sand Mining The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has announced the installation of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos as part of efforts to enhance safety and security. Speaking on Politics Today on Channels Television, Umahi explained that […]
Nigeria Plans to Ban Solar Panel Imports, Raising Industry Concerns The Nigerian government is proposing a ban on solar panel imports to boost local production, but economic experts warn the country is unprepared for such a move. Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology Uche Nnaji revealed the plan in a recent interview, stating that the […]
Akpabio Hails Tinubu’s Vision and Dedication on 73rd Birthday Senate President Godswill Akpabio has praised President Bola Tinubu’s vision and dedication to Nigeria, describing them as truly inspiring. In a personally signed congratulatory message on Saturday in Abuja, Akpabio celebrated Tinubu’s 73rd birthday, acknowledging his leadership and commitment to national progress. “Your Excellency, on behalf […]
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Senator Natasha Petitions IG, Kogi CP Over Alleged Forged Signatures in Recall Effort Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the Kogi State Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, over alleged forgery of signatures in a recall petition against her. Reports indicate that the petitions were […]
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has congratulated her husband, President Bola Tinubu, on his 73rd birthday, describing him as her “knight in shining armor.” In a heartfelt message on Saturday, she expressed gratitude to God for His faithfulness in the president’s life over the years. “I rejoice and thank God Almighty for His faithfulness […]
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has congratulated her husband, President Bola Tinubu, on his 73rd birthday, describing him as her “knight in shining armor.” In a heartfelt message on Saturday, she expressed gratitude to God for His faithfulness in the president’s life over the years. “I rejoice and thank God Almighty for His faithfulness […]
PDP States Challenge Tinubu’s Emergency Rule in Rivers at Supreme Court ABUJA Seven states controlled by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have filed a lawsuit at the Supreme Court, challenging President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, which they claim is unconstitutional. The PDP governors of Bauchi, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Enugu, […]
President Bola Tinubu and Prof Pat Utomi. Utomi Challenges Tinubu’s State of Emergency Declaration in Rivers Renowned political economist, Prof. Pat Utomi, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s decision to impose a state of emergency in Rivers State, questioning the justification for such a drastic measure. In a nationwide broadcast on March 18, 2024, President Tinubu […]
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Court Restrains INEC from Processing Alleged Fictitious Recall Petition Against Senator Natasha The Federal High Court in Lokoja, Kogi State, has issued an interim injunction barring the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from receiving, accepting, or acting on any recall petition allegedly containing fictitious signatures from members of the Kogi Central Senatorial […]
Governors Resist Direct LG Fund Allocation, Lobby Tinubu for Delay State governors have intensified efforts to delay the implementation of the Supreme Court ruling on local government (LG) financial autonomy, opposing the planned direct disbursement of federal allocations to LG accounts. During a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the State House, Abuja, last Tuesday, […]