Governor Biodun Oyebanji Vows Focus on Governance Ahead of 2026 Ekiti Election.
Speaking during the monthly Evening of Praise and Worship at Jibowu Hall, Government House, Ado Ekiti, on Friday,
PDP Will Never Give Atiku Presidential Ticket in 2027 Due to Betrayals, Says Wike’s Aide.
Olayinka accused Atiku of a pattern of betrayal and disloyalty to the party and its members, which he claims has eroded any trust needed for future candidacy. Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, asserting that the People's Democratic Party (PDP) will not grant him its presidential ticket for the 2027 elections.
Edo State Welcomes New Leadership: Senator Monday Okphebholo Sworn In as Governor.
Governor Godwin Obaseki officially concluded his two-term tenure, paving the way for his successor, Senator Monday Okphebholo, who was sworn in as the new governor of Edo State. Dennis Idahosa also took the oath of office as Deputy Governor. The Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City was filled with activity as Edo State marked a significant political transition.
Presidency Rebukes Atiku Abubakar Over Criticisms, Defends Tinubu's Economic Policies
In response, President Tinubu asserted that his government is effectively managing the country’s affairs, especially given the difficult economic conditions he inherited in 2023.
APC Responds to Former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa's Arrest by EFCC
Okowa, who governed Delta State from 2015 to 2021 and was the vice-presidential candidate alongside Atiku Abubakar in the 2023 election, faces allegations of misappropriating N1.3 trillion in derivation funds. The All Progressives Congress (APC) has reacted strongly to the recent arrest of former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), igniting significant political debate across Nigeria.
Ayodele Fayose Urges Atiku Abubakar to Retire from Presidential Bids After Multiple Attempts
Atiku, who has run for president in 1993, 2007, 2011, 2015, 2019, and 2023, recently hinted at another possible run in 2027.
President Tinubu Congratulates APC’s Sen. Monday Okpebholo on Edo Governorship Election Victory
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Okpebholo the winner on Sunday, after defeating other contenders for the governorship seat. Tinubu praised Okpebholo’s triumph as a reflection of the people's will and urged him to lead the state towards progress. President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to Sen. Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, following his victory in Saturday's Edo governorship election.
EFCC Confirms Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Not in Custody Amid Ongoing Legal Process
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has clarified that former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello is not in its custody, despite earlier reports. Bello's media office stated that he honored the EFCC’s invitation on Wednesday, emphasizing his respect for the rule of law.
Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi Condemn Canada-Based Woman's Threat Against Nigerians
During a virtual TikTok meeting, Sunnberger had made alarming threats to poison Yoruba and Benin people.
National Peace Committee Under Pressure to Halt or Cancel 2023 Presidential Election, Says Abdulsalami
The National Peace Committee (NPC), led by former Head of State Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar, revealed it faced immense pressure to persuade the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to either halt the collation of results or cancel the 2023 presidential election.
National Council Commends Tinubu's Leadership, Praises Resistance to Forceful Takeover
The council, which consists of prominent figures such as Yakubu Gowon, Muhammadu Buhari, Abdulsalami Abubakar, and Goodluck Jonathan, also passed a vote of confidence in Tinubu's leadership.
Oby Ezekwesili Accuses National Assembly and Speaker Abbas of Colluding with President Tinubu to Reinstate Old National Anthem
Former Minister of Education Oby Ezekwesili has accused the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, and members of the National Assembly of conspiring with President Bola Tinubu to reintroduce the old national anthem, "Nigeria We Hail Thee," into law. Former Minister of Education Oby Ezekwesili has accused the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, and members of the National Assembly of conspiring with President Bola Tinubu to reintroduce the old national anthem, "Nigeria We Hail Thee," into law.
FCT Minister Labels Planned Protest Against President Tinubu, as Politically Motivated
Scheduled for August 1, the protest aims to address the severe hunger and hardship faced by Nigerians under Tinubu’s administration. Wike’s comments call for patience and understanding from the public during these challenging times. Abuja, Nigeria – The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has described the planned protest against President Bola Tinubu as politically motivated. Wike urged Nigerians to be patient with Tinubu’s administration and to avoid resorting to protests despite the current economic hardships.
Supreme Court Endorses Full Autonomy for Nigeria's 774 Local Governments
The apex court mandated that funds from the Federation Account credited to the councils must be paid directly to their respective bank accounts In a landmark judgment on Thursday, the Supreme Court endorsed full autonomy for the 774 local governments in the country, putting an end to the abuse of their affairs by some state governors.
Court Orders Open Hearing for Former Kogi Governor Bello's Request, to Transfer Money Laundering Case
In a judgment on Monday, the court directed that former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello's request to transfer his alleged money laundering case, initiated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), to Kogi State be presented in open court. In a letter to his lawyers, the chief judge noted a pending appeal in the case, highlighting that any action before the appeal's resolution would be improper. In a judgment on Monday, the court directed that the request by Bello, for the transfer of the alleged money laundering case instituted against him, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to Kogi State, be presented in open court.
Nigerian Senate Extends 2023 Supplementary Budget Implementation to December 2024
President Bola Tinubu had sought the approval of the Senate for the extension of the 2023 capital component of the Appropriation Act and the Supplementary Appropriation Act until December 31. The Nigerian Senate has passed the 2023 supplementary appropriation bill, extending its implementation to December 31, 2024.
Obidient Supporters Urge Peter Obi to Leave Labour Party
Responding to the call for Obi to leave the party on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, Olorunfemi said true Obidients won’t suggest such action to Obi. Obi, who ran for presidency under the Labour Party in the 2023 election, has come under pressure from some members of his Obidient support group to quit the party which has been hit by crisis after the elections ahead of the 2027 polls.
Ex-Governor Yahaya Bello Requests Transfer of N82 Billion Fraud Case to Kogi State
Speaking through his lawyer, Adeola Adedipe, Bello told the court on Thursday that since he was alleged to have committed the offence when he was the governor of Kogi State, it is proper for the case to be held in the state, TVC reports. Former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, on Thursday urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to transfer his case with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to Kogi.
Rivers State Governor Fubara, Denies Conflict, Claims Self-Defense Amid Rift with Wike's Allies
Speaking in Port Harcourt, the state capital yesterday, he decried a situation where the explicit statutory provisions of the constitution on the tenure of local government chairmen will not be applicable in the state. Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has declared that he’s not fighting anybody.
Soldiers and Police Deployed in Nairobi After Protesters Storm Kenya’s Parliament Over Tax Hikes
Thousands of Kenyans enraged by a new tax-raising measure clashed in cities across the country. But in the capital, Nairobi, they fought their way past the police and into the parliament, demanding that lawmakers reject the proposed tax hikes. Soldiers and police were deployed Wednesday on the streets of Kenya’s capital, a day after protesters stormed the country’s parliament as part of demonstrations against tax increases.
Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai Sues State Assembly Over N432 Billion Investigation Findings
The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has filed a lawsuit against the Kaduna State House of Assembly over the N432 billion investigation findings. The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has filed a lawsuit against the Kaduna State House of Assembly over the N432 billion investigation findings.
Federal Government in Talks with Gavi for More Cholera Vaccines, NCDC Director Confirms
Dr Jide Idris, Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, confirmed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday in Abuja. The Federal Government has initiated discussions with the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (Gavi) to secure additional supplies of cholera vaccines.
Southern Governors' Forum Backs Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway for Regional Development, Says Ogun State Governor
Ogun State Governor and Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum, Dapo Abiodun, has expressed the Southern Governors’ Forum’s support for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway.
Don’t use my name to fight your battles - Okonjo-Iweala
She alleged that there was a plot to use her name to fight political battles by opposing politicians.