Osogbo, Nigeria — Local government workers in Osun State have refused to comply with a 72-hour ultimatum issued by opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmen, as the political battle over council leadership intensifies. The crisis stems from a contentious power struggle between the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the opposition APC over control of…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum has lauded Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, for the successful conduct of the state’s Local Government Council Elections. The commendation came in a statement issued on Sunday by the Forum’s Director-General, Dr. Emmanuel Agbo, under the leadership of Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed. Highlighting the significance…
Abuja, Nigeria — The political landscape heats up as former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai reportedly aligns with northern leaders and opposition figures, stirring controversy within the All Progressives Congress (APC). The APC, through its National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru, accused El-Rufai of pushing an ethnic agenda following his exclusion from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet. Despite…
Osogbo, Nigeria — Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has cast his vote in the highly disputed local government election, which has sparked political and legal controversies across the state. The election, held on Saturday, follows weeks of heightened tension between the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC). The dispute…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Lagos State House of Assembly has refuted claims that 27 of its members are planning to defect from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Labour Party (LP), denouncing the report as false, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to misinform the public. Assembly Labels Report as Baseless In a statement signed…
Abuja, Nigeria — The House of Representatives has established an investigative committee to address the ongoing local government crisis in Osun State. The decision followed an urgent motion of public importance sponsored by nine lawmakers from Osun, highlighting the violent clashes over local government administration. During plenary, Hon. Bamidele Salam, leader of the Osun Caucus,…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Princess Mojisola Meranda, has firmly dismissed speculation surrounding her resignation, reaffirming her position as the presiding officer of the legislative body. Reacting to widespread rumors, the Speaker, through her Chief Press Secretary, Segun Ajiboye, clarified that she remains actively engaged in her duties…
Kano, Nigeria — A Kano State High Court has issued a perpetual injunction preventing the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and other financial institutions from withholding funds allocated to the 44 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Kano State from the Federation Account. The ruling followed a legal challenge initiated by Ibrahim Muhd, Ibrahim Uba Shehu,…
Akure, Nigeria — Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has officially sworn in the newly elected Chairmen for the state’s 18 local government areas, urging them to commence work immediately and prioritize the welfare of the people. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony held at the International Centre for Culture and Events (The Dome) in Akure,…
Abuja, Nigeria — Nigeria has made significant progress in debt management, reducing its debt servicing burden from 96% of its 2023 revenue to 67% under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The announcement was made by Mr. Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, during the 2025 Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and United Nations General Assembly…
Lagos, Nigeria — Ousted Lagos lawmaker, Mudashiru Obasa, has taken legal action against the Lagos State House of Assembly and its new Speaker, Mojisola Meranda, contesting his removal from office. Obasa, who was removed as Speaker on January 13, 2025, by 36 lawmakers while he was out of the country, argues that his dismissal was…
Abuja, Nigeria — The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has formally ratified Sunday Udeh-Okoye as the party’s National Secretary, reaffirming its commitment to judicial rulings. In an official statement released on Wednesday, PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, stated that the decision followed extensive deliberations on a memorandum submitted by…
Abuja, Nigeria — The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially launched a nationwide digital membership registration initiative aimed at enhancing party operations and streamlining its membership records. Presiding over the launch, APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar-Ganduje, emphasized the significance of digitization in party administration and election management. He noted that the exercise would provide…
Abeokuta, Nigeria — Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar met with ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo in Abeokuta on Monday, but remained tight-lipped on political matters, despite growing speculation about potential alignments ahead of the 2027 elections. Atiku, who arrived at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) at 12:36 p.m., was accompanied by former Cross River Governor Liyel…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised Dr. Kayode Fayemi for his enduring contributions to Nigeria’s democratic growth and governance as the former Ekiti State governor celebrates his 60th birthday. In a personal tribute, Tinubu described Fayemi as a visionary patriot whose impact on the nation will be remembered for generations. Pro-Democracy Contributions…
Awka, Nigeria — The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has reaffirmed the party’s resolve to unseat Governor Charles Soludo in the upcoming November 8, 2025, governorship election in Anambra State. Speaking during the commissioning of the new APC State Secretariat in Awka, Ganduje emphasized that the party’s political strength…
Abuja, Nigeria — Dr. Abdullahi Umar-Ganduje, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has acknowledged that while President Bola Tinubu’s reforms are difficult, they are both necessary and unavoidable for the country’s progress. Dr. Ganduje made the statement during a reception for Senator Ned Nwoko of Delta North, who recently defected from the People’s…
Port Harcourt, Nigeria — The political landscape within the Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been further fractured by the controversy surrounding the membership status of former Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Amaechi. The rift deepened as the party’s state chairman, Chief Tony Okocha, declared that Amaechi and his loyalists…
Abuja, Nigeria — The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially released its timetable and schedule of activities ahead of the November 8, 2025, Anambra governorship election. The announcement was made in a statement shared on the party’s official X (formerly Twitter) handle, detailing key dates and guidelines for aspirants seeking the party’s ticket. According to…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has appealed to members to prioritize the party’s stability and growth over personal or sectional interests as internal tensions continue to challenge its operations. Addressing journalists after an emergency meeting, BoT Chairman Senator Adolphus Wabara emphasized the need for unity and…
Osogbo, Osun State— The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has officially expelled former governor Rauf Aregbesola over allegations of anti-party activities. The expulsion was confirmed in a statement issued on Wednesday by the state party chairman, Tajudeen Lawal, and secretary, Alao Olabisi Kamoru. According to the statement, Aregbesola was granted an opportunity to…
Yenagoa, Bayelsa State — Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has emerged as the new Chairman of the South-South Governors’ Forum. The announcement was made during a strategic meeting held on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the Government House, Yenagoa, where regional leaders gathered to discuss key issues affecting the South-South region. In a communiqué…
Lagos, Nigeria — Chief Mudashiru Obasa, the immediate past Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has insisted that his removal as Speaker did not follow constitutional procedures. Addressing supporters and politicians on Saturday at the official Lagos Speaker’s residence in GRA, Ikeja, Chief Obasa refuted the allegations of misconduct and mismanagement of funds…
Osogbo, Osun State — The endorsements of Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, for a second term by prominent Nigerians have sparked a heated exchange between the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) and the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Reports indicate that key figures, including former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde,…
President Bola Tinubu has praised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for his performance and commitment to enforcing compliance in the nation’s capital. Speaking during his first presidential media chat with senior journalists in Lagos on Monday, Tinubu described Wike as a “good man” and a “performing minister” whose efforts to…
President Bola Tinubu has accused former President Olusegun Obasanjo of obstructing grassroots development by opposing the creation of Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in Lagos State during his administration. Speaking during his first Presidential Media Chat in Lagos on Monday night, Tinubu reflected on his tenure as governor of Lagos in the early 2000s. He…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed reports suggesting it has approached former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest for the presidency in the 2027 general election. In an interview with BBC Hausa, PDP Deputy National Publicity Secretary Ibrahim Abdullahi clarified that the party has not reserved its presidential ticket for Jonathan. “It is not true…
The House of Representatives witnessed intense debates on Thursday following the defection of Alfred Iliya, representing Jos South/Jos East Federal Constituency of Plateau State, from the Labour Party to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaker of the House, Dr. Tajudeen Abbas, announced Mr. Iliya’s defection during plenary, sparking strong protests from opposition lawmakers, who argued…
The Supreme Court has brought an end to the prolonged leadership tussle within the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), declaring Sly Ezeokenwa as the legitimate National Chairman. In two unanimous rulings, a five-member panel of the apex court dismissed Edozie Njoku’s claim to the party’s leadership, affirming that he had no legal basis for his…
The Middle Belt Youths Group, Lagos State chapter, has declared its support for Seyi Tinubu to become the governor of Lagos State in 2027. The group emphasized that Seyi’s candidacy would ensure the continuation of the legacy and achievements of his father, Bola Tinubu. During a press briefing held at Lagos Eko Hotel on Thursday,…
Senator Barau Jibrin, Deputy Senate President, has expressed confidence that Kano State will be reclaimed by the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the next election cycle. His statement came during a Senate screening session for Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, nominated by President Bola Tinubu to serve as Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development. Speaking…
