Yahaya Bello: EFCC needs reforms

‘You’re hunted by ghost’ — Daniel Bwala tackles Peter Obi over threat to dump LP

A former spokesman of the Atiku-Okowa presidential campaign council, Daniel Bwala has tackled the presidential candidate

Edo 2024: Eight ex-council chairmen defect to APC

Eight former local government area chairman in Edo State have defected to the All Progressives Congress

Tinubu’s aide, Tanko in verbal war over Peter Obi

BAYO Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to the president, has accused the 2023 Presidential

Kaduna strangulated by debt burden of El-Rufai’s administration – Shehu Sani

Shehu Sani, a former Senator who represented Kaduna Central, has stated that if he had been

LP Crisis: CNPP Asks Abure To Resign

The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has asked the embattled national chairman of the Labour

Why Proposed Merger To Oust Tinubu Will Fail – APC Chieftain

A founding member of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr Osita Okechukwu, has said plans

Debt: Kaduna APC Women Leader Suspended For Criticising Sani

The Kaduna State women leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hajiya Maryam Suleiman, has been

Banditry is rebellion against neglect of poor people in North — Buhari’s ex-minister, Shittu

Adebayo Shittu, a former Minister of Communications in the Muhammadu Buhari administration has described banditry as

Parliamentary democracy will debar ‘tyrant’ leaders, reduce cost of governance – Pat Utomi

Political economist, Prof Pat Utomi says parliamentary democracy will debar tyrants from becoming leaders.

17 parties to feature in Edo governorship election – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says 17 political parties have fielded candidates for the Sept

Aiyedatiwa nominates 12 new commissioners

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has nominated 12 new commissioners.

Edo guber: PDP, APC, LP, 13 others beat INEC deadline, nominate candidates

SIXTEEN of the18 political parties, which conducted primaries for the September 21, 2024 Edo State governorship

Senegal President-elect, Bassirou Faye has changed the game – Shehu Sani

Former Kaduna lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani said the President-elect of Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has changed

VP, Shettima expresses confidence as naira strengthens further

Against the backdrop of a sustained appreciation of Naira against the Dollar, the Federal Government, FG,

Kingmakers boycott meeting over Olubadan-designate’s absence

THE process of nominating the new Olubadan was stalled, yesterday, as eight kingmakers boycotted the meeting,

Unemployment fueling rising banditry, kidnappings in Nigeria — Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo said unemployment is fueling the rising spate of banditry and kidnappings in

APC primaries: All eyes on Tinubu’s anointed candidate in Ondo as contesters slug it out

Uncertainty reigns in the ruling All Progressive Congress in Ondo State, ahead of the April All

I won’t govern Rivers like a dictator – Fubara

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has assured the people of the state that his administration will

Edo 2024: Igbinedion express reservation over Obaseki’s handling of PDP affairs

A former governorship aspirant in the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) recently conducted governorship primary election and

No ransom was paid to secure release of Kuriga schoolchildren — FG

The Federal Government has said no ransom was paid for the rescue of the kidnapped schoolchildren

‘Gumi not above law’: FG invites controversial Kaduna cleric for questioning

The Federal Government said the Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Ahmad Gumi has been invited for questioning over

Kidnapped Edo PDP chairman regains freedom

AFTER eleven days in the hands of his abductors, the Edo State Chairman of the People’s

SERAP to Tinubu: Emulate Otti, obey court judgment stopping pensions to ex-govs

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, has urged President Bola Tinubu to emulate the good example

Buhari lacked political will, Tinubu should be commended for naming terror financiers – Major General Ayoola

A former Commander of Operation Safe Haven in Plateau State, Major General Henry Ayoola (retd) said

Hardship: Tinubu cancels 72nd birthday celebration

As Nigerians continue to experience hardships occasioned by policy reforms of the government, President Bola Tinubu

Abure has desecrated ideals of Labour Party creation – Labour Veterans

TRADE Union Veterans have accused the embattled national Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, to

Alleged killing of Bola Ige: Sheath your swords, YAF tells Gani Adams, Igboho, others

The Yoruba Alliance Forum, YAF, has urged the Aareonakakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams; Yoruba nation activist,

Suits challenging Ighodalo’s candidacy: Court to deliver judgment April 30

A Federal High Court, Abuja, yesterday, fixed April 30 for judgment in two separate suits challenging

“More specifically, some of the innovations introduced by the Commission to improve service delivery to the electorate, ensure the safety and security of journalists and grant them unimpeded access to various locations during elections and electoral activities drawn from your reports as well as the suggestions and recommendations made during our quarterly meetings. I urge you to continue to be a bulwark against fake news and misleading narratives about the Commission and its activities”, he added.

Aare Onakakanfo of Yoruba, Gani Adams, yesterday, backed calls for the country to return to a

Edo guber: 8 parties yet to nominate candidates, with 3 days to go — INEC

Seventy-two hours to the March 24 deadline for the submission of candidates for the September 21

NLC leaders stole workers’ salaries during invasion — Abure

The National Chairman of Labour Party, Comrade Julious Abure, has accused the Joe Ajaero-led Nigeria Labour

Withdraw all court cases, APC orders members in Benue

The ruling All Progressives Congress on Thursday ordered aggrieved party members and proxies in Benue State

16 governors back state police, submit reports to FG

Sixteen state governors have submitted reports expressing their supports for establishing state police

Ningi’s Constituents Ask Court To Nullify Suspension

Constituents of suspended Senator Abdul Ningi (Bauchi, PDP) have filed a suit before a Federal High

INEC Laments Rising Costs, Disruptions From Acrimonious Primaries, Waivers For Defectors

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has voiced concerns over the escalating costs of its operational

APC South East zone affirms federal character commissioner’s suspension

The South East Zonal Executive Committee of the All Progressives Congress on Tuesday affirmed the suspension

Anyaoku, Adebanjo, Ex-Govs Call For New Constitution

Eminent leaders of thought, including elder statesmen and former governors, have called for the complete abolishment

EU Calls For Apolitical Appointments Of INEC Chair, RECs

The European Union (EU) Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ms. Samuela Isopi, has urged the National

APC Selects Idahosa As Running Mate For Edo Gov’ship

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has chosen Dennis Idahosa as the running mate to its governorship

Court Injunctions, Not Plateau Govt Stopping Swearing Of APC Lawmakers – Gov’s Aide

Timothy Golu is the Special Adviser on Strategic Communications to Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State.

LP Blasts Reps Caucus Over Demands On National Convention

The Labour Party (LP) has berated its House of Representatives caucus for calling for a shift

Presidential Federalism Setback To Nigeria’s Dev’t – Enugu Gov

Enugu State governor, Peter Mbah, has said Nigeria’s presidential federalism, which vests too much powers and

Ekiti ADP Ex-Gov’ship Candidate Joins APC

A former governorship candidate of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) in Ekiti State, Mrs Kemi Elebute-Halle,

Edo Gov’ship: Undermining Oshiomhole Threat To APC Chances – Ex-Minority Leader

A former Minority Leader of the Edo State House of Assembly, Benjamin Olajina, has cautioned the

Senate warns against supplementary budget, excess loans

The Senate has warned the executive against increasing the budget size through a supplementary budget, advising

Aiyedatiwa’s Endorsement Turns Ondo Lawmakers Against Speaker

The public endorsement of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa for continuity by Ondo State House of Assembly Speaker

Lagos PDP Chairman Orders Jandor To Withdraw Leadership Claim

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State has ordered Abdul-Azeez Adeniran, popularly known as Jandor,

Southern Senators Elect Abiru As Forum’s Chair

Senator Adetokunbo Abiru (APC Lagos East) has been elected chairman of the Southern Senators’ Forum, nine

Ondo 2024: APC gov aspirant seeks free, fair primary

As the All Progressives Congress in Ondo State prepares for the forthcoming governorship primary in April,

Tinubu taking responsibility for Nigeria’s challenges- Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday said President Bola Tinubu was aware that Nigeria has challenges

Rivers APC tackles PDP over Akpabio, Fubara’s banter at Wigwe’s funeral

The All Progressives Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party in Rivers State are at war over

Budget Padding: Ningi Faces Suspension

Barring any last-minute developments, Senator Abdul Ningi (PDP, Bauchi Central) is expected to face disciplinary actions

Wike’s Men Declare Support For Fubara

Former coordinators of the Grassroots Development Initiative (GDI), a political group formed by the Minister of

Edo Gov’ship: Dekeri Asks Court To Declare Him APC Candidate

Anamero Sunday Dekeri, a governorship aspirant in the just-concluded All Progressives Congress (APC) primary for the

Protesters Ask Edo Assembly To Halt Impeachment Move Against Dep. Gov

Members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo North have staged a peaceful protest calling

Alia To Politicians: Stop Sponsoring Militia To Destabilise Benue

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has cautioned politicians against politicising insecurity or sponsoring militia groups

Constitution Amendment Waste Of Time, Resources – Okorie

An elder statesman, Chief Chekwas Okorie. has said the constitution amendment embarked upon by the National

Ramadan: Obaseki urges Muslims to show love

Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has called on the Muslim faithful to foster good neighbourliness and

Court Of Appeal Upholds Abure As LP Chairman

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed Julius Abure as the National Chairman of the

Jigawa Assembly Impeaches 2 Principal Officers, Suspends 4 LG Chairs

The Jigawa State House of Assembly has impeached two principal officers and suspended four local government

Kebbi Gov Under Fire For Purchasing SUVs For Lawmakers, Others

Civil society organizations in Kebbi State have expressed strong criticism of Governor Nasiru Idris for his

Afenifere Demands Immediate Restructuring, Challenges Tinubu’s Commitment

The Pan-Yoruba social political group, Afenifere, has issued a strong call for the immediate restructuring of

I’m Not Desperate To Be President – Peter Obi

The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in last year’s elections, Peter Obi, has stated

Why PDP lost 2020 Ondo gov election — Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said that the Peoples Democratic Party lost the 2020 Ondo

Obasanjo remains a towering figure in Nigerian history – Soludo

Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has congratulated former President Olusegun Obasanjo on his 87th birthday.

Defection Of Opposition Leaders Threat To Democracy – PDP Chieftain

A founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Aminu Yakudima, has said the defection of

Mutfwang Appoints Sacked PDP Lawmakers As Aides

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has appointed the 16 sacked lawmakers of the Peoples Democratic

Bayelsa Gov’ship: APC, Sylva Demands Disbandment Of Election Tribunal Panel

The All Progressives Congress (APC) and its governorship candidate in Bayelsa State, Timipre Sylva, have demanded

Benue PDP demands account of N44bn intervention funds from gov Alia

The Peoples Democratic Party in Benue State has called on the State Governor, Rev Fr.

Ondo Gov’ship: Issues As Parties, Aspirants Prepare For Primaries

The political atmosphere in Ondo State is full of jostling, scheming, horse-trading and anxiety as political

Gawuna Returns To Kano After S/Court Verdict

A crowd of supporters of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) yesterday welcomed the party’s governorship

APC Guber Aspirants In Show Of Strength As Tinubu Visits Akeredolu’s Family

Governorship aspirants of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State on Wednesday turned the

Reps Reject Bill Seeking 50% Votes To Win Presidential, Gov’ship Polls

The House of Representatives yesterday rejected a bill seeking to amend Sections 134 and 179 of

Edo poll: Court to determine PDP’s candidate, says Shaibu

The Edo State’s Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, said the Court’s decision will determine the Peoples Democratic

Plateau: A/Court Fines Sacked PDP Lawmakers N128m For Seeking Judgment Review

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has dismissed a fresh suit filed by the 16 Plateau

Ighodalo Receives Certificate Of Return, Extends Olive Branch To Shaibu, Others

The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the September 21 Edo State governorship election,

Benue: Alia Sets Up Panels To Probe Ortom

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has instituted two separate judicial commissions of inquiry to probe

Edo Gov’ship: Uphill Tasks Ahead APC, PDP, LP After Tumultuous Primaries

The leading political parties for the September 21 governorship election in Edo State may have concluded

I’m Not Leaving PDP – Ortom

A former governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, on Monday dismissed rumors that he plans to

PDP Moves To Pacify Shaibu, Others

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has started the process to

Edo APC youth leader makes a U-turn, backs gov candidate

Edo State All Progressives Congress Youth leader, Tony Adun, has apologised to the party for leading

‘Lagos Boys’ Arrogantly Misled Tinubu On Niger Crisis

A former Member of the House of Representatives, Dr Usman Bugaje, has said President Bola Tinubu’s

‘How To Make Nigeria Work’, Atiku Lectures Tinubu

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential Candidate in the last election, Atiku Abubakar, has asked President Bola

Fayemi Blasts Oshiomhole Over Edo APC Guber Primary Crisis

Former Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has lambasted Adams Oshiomhole, a senator and former national

NWC Acting On Fraud, Forgery Allegations Against Abure – Labour Party

Yunusa Tanko, the Director of Media and Publicity of the Labour Party (LP), has said that

Edo Guber: Bishop Emerges Zenith LP Candidate

Bishop Akhalamhe has emerged the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) governorship candidate for the September 21, 2024

Labour Party Breaks Silence On Abure’s Arrest, Fingers Apapa’s Loyalist

The Labour Party (LP) has decried the arrest of its national chairman, Barrister Julius Abure, by

Uzodimma Out As APC Names Otu Chairman Of Fresh Edo Guber Primary

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has replaced Governor Hope Uzodimma

Ex-Edo APC governorship aspirant backs Idahosa

A former Edo State governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, Washington Osifo,

Another Edo APC aspirant demands certificate of return

Another aspirant who claimed to have won the All Progressives Congress governorship ticket in Saturday’s primary

APC makes U-turn, declares Edo governorship primary inconclusive

Following the controversy that trailed last Saturday’s governorship primary election in Edo State, the National Working

Plateau APC Spokesman Killed By Kidnappers, Not Assassins – Police

The Plateau State Police Command has said the slain spokesperson of the All Progressives Congress (APC)

Protesters Take Over Edo APC Secretariat Over Parallel Primaries

The confusion and dissatisfaction birthed by Saturday’s governorship primary election in Edo State yesterday assumed a

Ex-Edo commissioner dumps APC over governorship primary

A former Edo State Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Andrew Emwanta, has resigned from the All

Issues As House Of Reps Begins Fresh Amendment Of Electoral Act

Since its previous amendment in 2022, many observers had pointed out the loopholes contained in the

APC primary: Dekeri accepts mandate, calls for support

One of the aspirants claiming victory in the All Progressives Congress primary election, Anamero Dekeri, said

Obi Demands Probe Of Fraud Allegation Against LP National Chair

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has demanded a thorough investigation of

Parliamentary System Best For Nigeria – Dantata

An elder statesman and renowned business mogul, Aminu Dantata, has said the parliamentary system of leadership

APC’ll present credible candidate for Edo governorship – Uzodimma

Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, on Thursday said the ruling All Progressives Congress was determined to

Katsina Fixes February 2025 For Council Polls

The Katsina State Independent Electoral Commission (KTSIEC) has declared February 15, 2025, as the date for

Diri Sworn In For Second Term As Bayelsa Governor

Bayelsa State governor, Senator Douye Diri and his deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, have been sworn in

Edo Gov’ship: Group Identifies Factors For Parties’ Success

The Prove Foundation, in its latest research, has identified factors that will determine the success of

Scores of Ondo PDP, ZLP members defect to APC

Scores of members of the Peoples Democratic Party and the Zenith Labour Party chapters in Ondo

PRP To FG: Reject IMF Stance On Fuel, Electricity Subsidies

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has urged the All Progressives Congress-led (APC) federal government not to

We Didn’t Fail Despite Losing Election In Bauchi, APC Guber Candidate

The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bauchi, Air Marshal Sadique Baba Abubakar

Bwala not Atiku’s ex-aide, says ex-VP media office

The Media Office of former Vice President and presidentia“We duly urge the public to henceforth recognise,

State govs determined to reposition PDP – Bala Mohammed

The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum and Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has

Nigeria’s very poor country, our wealth is overestimated – Presidency

The Presidency has described Nigeria as a “very poor” country, saying the wealth of the country

Fresh Crisis Hits Labour Party As Treasurer Tackles Abure Over N3.5bn ‘Fraud’

Fresh crisis has hit the Labour Party (LP) as its National Treasurer, Mrs. Oluchi Oparah, has

Yero, Ex-Kaduna Gov, Joins APC

Five months after leaving his former party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), former Governor Muktar Ramalan

Edo: APC Clears 12 Governorship Aspirants Ahead Of Primaries

Ahead of its primary election slated for Feb. 17, the All Progressives Congress (APC), has cleared

Edo: PDP’s Delegate Congress Raises Dust

The conduct of the ad-hoc delegate congress of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) for the February

2 More LG Chairs Dump APC For NNPP In Kano

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State has lost two more local government chairmen to

Plateau: Sacked PDP Lawmakers Ask Court To Set Aside Judgment

The 16 sacked lawmakers of the Plateau State House of Assembly, under the Peoples Democratic Party

Edo Guber: We’ll Conduct Credible Primary Election – Ganduje

National chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has assured

Edo: INEC Reads Riot Act As 16 Parties Set For Primaries

Ahead of the September 21, 2024, Edo State governorship election, the Independent National Electoral Commission

Ijaw Council Vows To Resist Plot To Impeach Fubara

Following the ongoing face-off between the governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, and the State House

Gov Alia Appoints Acting State Chairman For Benue APC

Benue State governor, Hyacinth Alia, has approved the appointment of Benjamin Omakolo as the acting chairman

INEC Fixes Feb 14 For Postponed Rerun Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed February 14 for the conduct of supplementary elections

Protest: Stop Blame Game, Fulfil Your Promises, PRP Tells APC

The Peoples Redemption Party has countered the All Progressives Congress (APC) for resorting to what it

Edo Gov’ship: APC Rakes In N600m From Sale Of Forms, Inaugurates Screening C’ttee Today

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has raked in at least N600 million from the sale of

How Politicians Use Religion To Achieve Goals In Plateau – Yilwatda

The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Plateau State, Nentawe Yilwatda, has berated

Electoral Act Amendment Bill Scales Second Reading

The House of Representatives has passed a bill seeking amendment of the Electoral Act 2022 through

Edo: APC clears Osunbor, others for screening

The All Progressives Congress has announced that 12 aspirants will be participating in the screening process

Kano LG Chair Resigns, Another Dumps APC For NNPP

The Chairman of Ungogo Local Government Area of Kano State, Abdullahi Garba Ramat, has resigned.

Fresh Plot In Ogun Assembly As Impeached Speaker Faces Suspension

There’s a fresh trouble for the immediate past speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly,

Edo Guber: Obaseki’s Failure Spurred My Ambition – Olumide Akpata

The immediate past President of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Bar. Olumide Akpata, has said he

APC, Opposition Trade Words Over Niger, Kano Protests

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused opposition parties in the country of instigating protests

FG Arraigns Ogun PDP Gov’ship Candidate, Adebutu Over Vote-Buying

The federal government on Tuesday arraigned the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in

Edo Guber: I Won’t Leave LP If Rigged Out In Primary Election – Akpata

Olumide Akpata, an aspirant on the platform of Labour Party (LP), in the forthcoming gubernatorial election

After S/Court Victory, Fintiri Vows To Prosecute Suspended Adamawa REC’s Allies

The governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has pledged to prosecute individuals who allegedly colluded

By-Elections: ADP, LP Win Senate, Reps’ Seat In Plateau; APC In Kaduna

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Dachung Pam Mwadkon of the African Democratic Party

APC Chieftain Asks Tinubu To Implement Party’s Policy On State Police

A chieftain of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has called on President Bola Tinubu

Delta rerun: APC wins state assembly seat, defeats PDP

The Delta State House of Assembly candidate of the All Progressives Congress for the Burutu State

INEC declares Reps bye-election inconclusive in Taraba

The Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday declared the Jalingo, Yorro and Zing House of Representative

Campaign for Yahaya Bello to take over APC Chair, a joke taken too far- Sen Kadiri

A former Senator representing Kogi East, (1999-2003), Alex Kadiri, has described an earlier campaign by persons

Kaduna Re-run: Crisis averted as protesters target ex-Kaduna speaker’s house

Crisis was averted in Rigachikun community on the outskirts of Kaduna on Sunday, as hundreds of

Ahead Saturday By-Election, Plateau PDP Protests Omission On Ballot

There was drama at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) head office in Jos, Plateau State

Allow Younger People To Contest In 2027, Bode George Tells Atiku

A former deputy national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Olabode George, has pleaded with

Security Operatives Take Over Benue APC Secretariat

There was pandemonium at the All Progressives Congress’s (APC) secretariat in Benue State on Thursday after

Buhari’s ex-minister submits Edo governorship nomination form

An All Progressives Congress aspirant for the Edo State governorship election, Clem Agba, on Wednesday, submitted

Ogun Assembly Ratifies Oluomo’s Sack, Inaugurates New Speaker

The Ogun State House of Assembly has ratified the impeachment of Olakunle Oluomo as its speaker

Nat’l Chair’s Office Not Vacant, APC Reacts To Viral Yahaya Bello’s Posters

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has told those promoting the immediate past governor of Kogi State,

Forget 2027 Presidency, Bode George Tells Atiku

Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Deputy National Chairman, Chief Olabode George has advised ex-Vice-President Atiku Abubakar

PDP clears 10 aspirants for Edo gov primaries

The Peoples Democratic Party has cleared all the 10 screened aspirants for Edo State party’s governorship

No vacancy in NWC, APC tells Yahaya Bello’s supporters

The leadership of the ruling All Progressives Congress has warned supporters of the immediate past Governor

Kogi assembly confirms 15 new commissioners

The Kogi State House of Assembly on Tuesday, confirmed 15 commissioners presented by Governor Usman Ododo. Our

Adamawa Gov Tussle: Supreme Court reserves judgment on Binani’s appeal

The Supreme Court, on Monday, reserved judgment on an appeal the All Progressives Congress, APC, and

Ibadan Explosion: Makinde faults Atiku over lack of empathy

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has faulted former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, for not showing

Police rescue nine kidnapped Lagos PDP members

The Police Command in Ogun has rescued nine out of the 10 members of the Peoples

Edo Guber: No list of venues for delegates’ congress yet — PDP

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has disowned a publication purportedly

Only 10 Of 149 Deputy Govs Took Over From Bosses Since 1999

From 1999 when Nigeria returned to a democratic dispensation to 2023, the 36 states of the

Kwankwaso: I’m Determined To End Politics Of Bitterness – Ganduje

National chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has said he

Osunbor To Ganduje: Be Wary Of Mistakes That Cost APC Edo Gov’ship

A former governor of Edo State, Prof. Oserhemen A. Osunbor, has asked the National Chairman of

Okupe Applauds Ndume’s Loyalty Despite Policy Consultation Lapses In Presidency

A former Director General of the Peter Obi 2023 Presidential Campaign Organization, Dr Doyin Okupe, has

Reconciliation: Kano state important to APC, says Uzodimma

Imo State Governor and Chairman of the Progressives Governors’ Forum, Hope Uzodimma, on Thursday, said Kano

I’m sure Obaseki will support me – Shaibu

Edo State Deputy Governor and governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2024 governorship

Prepare Your Handover Notes, Bayelsa Gov Tells Cabinet Members

Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has directed members of the state executive council to start

Police Bar Hisbah, KAROTA, Vigilantes From By-Elections In Kano

The police in Kano State have warned the Hisbah, Kano Road and Transport Authority (KAROTA) as

Tinubu Has No Plan To Relocate Federal Capital To Lagos – Presidency

The Presidency has defended the relocation of some departments of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)

Court Nullifies Rivers’ Budget, Bars Fubara From ‘Frustrating Legislature’

A Federal High Court in Abuja has nullified and set aside the presentation and passage of

Controversy Trails FCC Chair’s MBA Certificate

The controversy over the alleged certificate forgery by the executive chairman of the Federal Character Commission

Ex-minister backs APC for reducing Edo gov aspirants to six

A governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress in Edo State, Clem Agba,

Court nullifies Rivers state’s 2024 budget

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has nullified the 2024 Appropriation Bill of Rivers State.

We expect citizens to challenge us over budget performance – Bagudu

The 2024 budget has a record increase in deficit.

Plateau: Sacked PDP Assembly members move to resume plenary on Tuesday

Say S/Court judgment vindicated us; we still have our CoR with us

Rivers budget: Confusion over conflicting court orders

THERE was confusion and disquiet, yesterday, as two Federal High Courts, in Abuja, issued conflicting orders

Borno Gets First Elected Female LG Chair As APC Sweeps 27 Councils

Hajiya Inna Galadima of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has emerged as the chairman-elect of Jere

Walid Jibrin Sues For Calm Over Nasarawa Guber Dispute

A former Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator

YPP Collapses Structure With APC In Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State chapter of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) has collapsed its structure with

APC Fingers Kwankwasiyya As Groups Call For Ganduje’s Sack

The Kano State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused the Kwankwasiyya Movement in

Nasarawa, Gombe, Rivers Govs Know Fate Today

Kaduna judgment reserved as Nasarawa women protest in Abuja

Gombe Fixes April 27 For LG Polls

The Gombe State Independent Electoral Commission (GOSIEC) has fixed April 27 for elections into the 11

Adesina’s book: Your 8-yr rule was biased, unjust, nepotic, Clark tells Buhari

South-South Leader, Chief Edwin Clark, has taken a swipe at the immediate past President, Muhammadu Buhari,

El-rufai, Kaduna gov backed my speakership bid – Abbas

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has disclosed that the Kaduna State Governor,

Electoral violence: Ganduje clears INEC, blames politicians

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, has accused politicians of being responsible

Don’t treat Nigeria’s insecurity like Buhari, Afenifere leader tells Tinubu

Leader of the Pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, on Wednesday, described President Bola Tinubu’s

Ibadan explosion: Foreign names on mining firm’s CAC documents – Makinde

The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, said preliminary investigation revealed foreign names in the Corporate

APC determined to reclaim Edo, says Ganduje

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, and a former National Chairman of

Edo Gov’ship: APC Adopts Direct Mode Of Primary, Rules Out Zoning

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has adopted direct mode of primary for the election of

Shettima Should Handle Security, Tinubu Economy As Promised -Obi

Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in 2023 elections, Mr Peter Obi, has urged Vice

Ondo Bye-Election: APC Aspirant Petitions Ganduje, Alleges Fraud In Primary

The crisis rocking the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the primary election to produce a candidate

Ekiti: 2026 Gov’ship Least Of My Worries — Gov Oyebanji

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has said he will not beget distracted by underhand political

Akande Laid Foundation For Buhari’s Emergence In 2015 – APC

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has described a former interim national chairman of the party, Chief

SERAP to Akpabio, Abbas: Cut N344.85bn NASS budget

THE Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, yesterday, urged the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and Speaker

S’Court verdict: We didn’t trade off Kano — APC

The ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, has dismissed insinuations that it deliberately traded off the governorship

Massive Reception For Gov Yusuf As He Returns To Kano Through Kaduna

Teeming supporters of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and the Kwankwasiyya Movement trooped out in

Ahead NEC Meeting, N/Central Moves To Regain APC National Chairmanship

With no definite date yet for the next National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the All

Anyanwu Resumes As PDP National Secretary

The National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Samuel Anyanwu has officially resumed his

Join Hands With Alia To Develop Benue, Ganduje Tells Opposition

The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has asked opposition

APC Threatens To Sanction Members Found Wanting In Kogi Guber Poll

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has threatened sanctions against members found to have engaged in anti-party

BREAKING: Court declares Anyanwu PDP national secretary

A Federal High Court in Abuja has affirmed Senator Samuel Anyanwu as the legitimate national secretary

Africa’s growth challenged by leadership failure — Peter Obi

The Labour Party candidate, Peter Obi, has identified leadership failure as the major challenge hindering the

N585m scandal: Suspended minister Edu denied access to see Tinubu

Indications emerged on Monday that the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta

Full contactless passport application, home delivery to begin March – Interior Minister

The Ministry of Interior said the Federal Government will begin full contactless passport application processing and

$Tinubu Orders Investigation Of Betta Edu, Vows To Punish Infractions$

Tinubu Orders Investigation Of Betta Edu, Vows To Punish Infractions

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed a thorough investigation into the indictment of the Minister of

Why Supreme Court Should Dismiss Mutfwang’s Appeal – Yilwatda

The Plateau State governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has urged the

Bye-Elections: Gaidam’s In-Law, Ex-IGP’s Son, FUTO Don Pick APC Tickets In Yobe, Ondo, Ebonyi

Musa Mustapha, the father-in-law of the Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has been declared

Alleged N37bn fraud: Umar Farouq apologises for declining EFCC invitation

A former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development, Sadiya Umar Farouq, has apologised

Plateau: Appeal Court unfair to me, Gov Mutfwang tells Supreme Court

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, yesterday said the Court of Appeal was unfair to him

Abe returns to APC, seeks support for Tinubu

The Rivers State Governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party in the 2023 election, Senator Magnus

APC promises heavy defeat as Atiku eyes 2027 presidential bid

The All Progressives Congress has waved off the reported plan by the Peoples Democratic Party presidential

Akeredolu was dogged fighter, stood against oppression — Obi, Utomi eulogise

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, in the last election, Mr. Peter Obi, has

Breaking: Ondo PDP state chairman, Adams suspended

The chairman of the opposition People’s Democratic Party, PDP, in Ondo State, Fatai Adams, has been

Gov poll: Edo Central agenda under threat as parties throw race open

With the major political parties throwing their tickets open, the Edo Central, which has been calling

PDP Crisis: Ayu Adamant As Party Leaders Push For Saraki

Barring any last-minute change of plans, many leaders of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)

Gov’ship Poll: Don’t Allow Repeat Of Adamawa Scenario In Imo, PDP Tells INEC

The main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has asked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to

Atiku cooked up allegations against me, dismiss his appeal — Tinubu tells S’Court

President Bola Tinubu has asked the Supreme Court to dismiss an appeal the candidate of Peoples

Tinubu appoints new EFCC Chairman

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr. Ola Olukoyede as the new Chairman of the Economic and

‘You’re Nigeria’s most prolific election loser’ — APC knocks Atiku over Tinubu’s certificate

The ruling All Progressives Congress APC has asked former vice president and Presidential Candidate of the

Tinubu’s certificate: I’m focused on reclaiming my mandate at S/Court, Obi replies Atiku

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has in response to an appeal by

INEC To Transmit Results Of Bayelsa Guber Poll Manually

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it plans to transmit the results of the Nov.

Governor Yusuf Appoints 10 Heads Of Parastatals

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano has approved the appointments of 10 heads into some government

President’s Certificates Shouldn’t Be Your Priority Now, Tinubu’s Minister Tells Nigerians

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has asked Nigerians to shift their focus away from

Demolition: APC‘ll rebuild Kano business community – Ganduje

The National Chairman of All Progressives Congress, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, on Tuesday, disclosed that sanity would

Kogi 2023: SDP denies involvement in killing APC member

The campaign council of the Social Democratic party in Kogi State has denied involvement in the

Senate bars first-time senators from contesting as Senate president, deputy

The Senate, on Tuesday, amended its rule to restrict first-time senators from vying for the position

Adebutu rejects Ogun Tribunal verdict, heads to Appeal

… says the verdict is threat to democracy

Leaders who forge certificates can’t do things right in Nigeria – Peter Obi

Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi, said leaders who forge certificates can not

EFCC secures arrest warrant for Alison-Madueke as extradition proceedings begin

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has secured an arrest warrant for former Minister of

Election petition: Sokoto gov hails tribunal verdict

Sokoto State Governor, Dr Ahmed Aliyu, has hailed the judgement delivered by the governorship election petition

US court order on Tinubu’s CSU academic records a national disgrace – ex-minister

A former Minister of Aviation, Chief Osita Chidoka, has said a United States Court order directing

Court Upholds Delta Gov’s Election, Dismisses Omo-Agege’s Petition

The Delta State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Asaba, has dismissed the petition brought before

Kano Gov Makes Fresh 116 Appointments As Aides Rise Above 400

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has appointed 116 more aides that will serve as

Tinubu Returns To Nigeria One Week After UNGA

President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after a week of silence on his whereabouts at

Tribunal declares Kaduna guber polls inconclusive, orders re-run

The Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Kaduna has declared the 2023 governorship election in Kaduna

Ebonyi PDP vows to appeal tribunal’s judgment

The Peoples Democratic Party in Ebonyi has vowed to appeal the judgment upholding the election of

Wike sacks heads of FCT agencies, parastatals

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mr Nyesom Wike, has relieved the heads of 21

Tribunal sacks Ondo lawmaker

The election petition tribunal sitting in Akure has nullified the election of a member of the

INEC fixes Sept, Nov 2024 for Edo, Ondo guber elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has fixed September 21 next year for the governorship election

Atiku, Peter Obi’s supporters chasing shadows over Tinubu’s Chicago State varsity record – Onanuga

A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Bayo Onanuga said supporters of the Labour

Kogi guber election: APC, PDP, SDP talk tough, vow to win

LEADERS and chieftains of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC; main opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP;

Tribunal Delivers Judgement In PDP, LP Petitions Against Sanwo-Olu Today

The Lagos State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has fixed today as judgement day in the petitions

Tinubu not first African leader to ring NASDAQ bell – Presidency

The presidency has said that it has found out that President Bola Tinubu was not the

Tribunal upholds Benue deputy speaker’s election

The National/State Election Petition Tribunal in Makurdi on Thursday affirmed the election of the Deputy Speaker

Wike revokes Imoke, Udo Udoma, ex-Senate Whip, 162 others’ lands

The Minister, Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has revoked 165 lands in Abuja, some of which

Tribunal sacks NNPP’s Abba Yusuf, declares APC’s Gawuna winner in Kano

The Kano State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal on Wednesday sacked Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and declared

Atiku Heads For Supreme Court, Seeks To Nullify Tinubu’s Victory

Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has filed an appeal before the

Tinubu to speak on illicit financial flows, asset return at UNGA

President Bola Tinubu is expected to speak at the 78th United Nations General Assembly scheduled for

Impeachment Move: Senators disagree over plot to remove Akpabio

….Senate President hasn’t committed any offence – Ndume …Says plot to sack him now’ll fail lAkpabio insensitive

Tinubu Makes Fresh Appointments

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Kingsley Stanley Nkwocha, a former General Manager and Daily Editor of

Africa’s Democracy Under Threat – CDD

The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD West Africa) has warned that democracy in Africa is

Tribunal Upholds Tinubu’s Election

The Presidential Election Petitions Court has upheld the election of Bola Tinubu. The five-member panel of

Presidential Poll: Obi, Atiku to know fate as tribunal delivers verdict tomorrow

The Presidential Election Petition Court, PEPC, (tribunal) sitting in Abuja, will on Wednesday, deliver judgment on

Breaking: NNPP expels Kwankwaso

The National Executive Committee of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has expelled Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso,

SEC optimistic Tinubu’s reforms’ll stimulate economy

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said that the economic reforms initiated President Bola Tinubu

Reconciliation, discipline top agenda as PDP NWC meets stakeholders in Abuja

Barring any last minute change, the National Working Committee, NWC of the Peoples Democratic Party will

Presidential Tribunal: INEC, Tinubu, Atiku, Obi to adopt final addresses Tuesday

The Presidential Election Petition Court, PEPC, sitting in Abuja, is getting set to deliver its judgement

Subsidy removal: Nigeria on brink of collapse — Catholic Bishops

The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, CBCN, yesterday raised the alarm that the removal of fuel

Reps Speaker names House Committee Chairmen

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, on Thursday, unveiled the chairmen and deputy chairmen

Election that brought me to parliament not rigged – Agbo

A member of the House of Representatives, Dennis Agbo, said that the election that brought him

Ogun Tribunal admits 150,656 ballot papers, PDP witness’ video

A forensic examiner and retired Deputy Superintendent of Police, Reginald Nwoze, on Thursday, tendered 150,656 ballot

We’ll cut costs to overcome economic challenges – Kaduna gov

Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, on Thursday, vowed to cut down on the cost of

Ogun tribunal: PDP calls more witnesses

As more witnesses from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) appeared before the Governorship Election Petition Tribunal

PDP raises alarm over attempted terror attack on Atiku

…demands probe, additional security for ex- Vice President

Ministerial list: Anxiety as serving, ex-govs, others pile pressure on Tinubu

There is palpable anxiety in the ranks of some former and serving governors of the ruling

Atiku, Makinde’s aides clash over Tinubu

…Wike, Makinde monitoring judges for Tinubu, Atiku’s aide alleges …It’s figment of writer’s imagination—Makinde’s CPS …Wike keeps mum

Adeleke ridicules Osun with his appointments – APC chair

The Osun State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Tajudeen Lawal, tells BOLA BAMIGBOLA the position

2024: Gladiators leverage Akeredolu’s absence, heighten scheming for gov poll

PETER DADA examines how the absence of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu is fuelling political undercurrents in Ondo

Tinubu not a magician – Oshiomhole

Former Governor of Edo state, Adams Oshiomhole, on Sunday, defended President Bola Tinubu, saying those who

Uzodinma meets Sanwo-Olu, APC govs after Adamu’s exit

There is an ongoing meeting of the Senator Hope Uzodimma-led Progressive Governors’ Forum at the Imo

Obi decries insecurity in Nigeria, condemns Plateau killings

The Presidential candidate of the Labour Party during the 2023 election, Peter Obi on Wednesday decried

APC crisis: What Abdullahi Adamu’s did wrong as National Chairman – Lanre-Isa Onilu

A former Publicity Secretary of the ruling All Progressive Progressive Congress, APC, Lanre Isa-Onilu, has justified

Jonathan meets Tinubu at Presidential Villa

Former President Goodluck Jonathan, on Tuesday met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in

Hike in fuel price now reality Nigerians have to live with – Shehu Sani

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party and former Kaduna lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has described

Podcast APC replaces Omisore with Fuanter, postpones NEC meeting

The National Secretary of All Progressives Congress, Senator Iyiola Omisore has been officially replaced with the

Vote-buying allegation: PDP gives 72-hour ultimatum to police, APC kicks

The Peoples Democratic Party in Ogun State, on Monday, issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the state’s

I look forward to Nigeria where leader knows classmates, have school certificate — Obi

*Says it’s unfortunate that Nigeria is celebrating people with criminal past *Nigeria busy giving awards to those

Emergency on food shows rice pyramids, closing land borders were deception – Shehu Sani

A former Kaduna Lawmaker and socio-political commentator, Shehu Sani said the declaration of emergency on food

Fuel subsidy: Uzodimma raises minimum wage to N40, 000

Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo state has increased the minimum wage of workers in the state

‘Respect democracy, rule of law,’ Tinubu demands action against coups

President Bola Tinubu, has appealed to African leaders to respect democracy, rule of law in a

Tinubu reaffirms Africa’s unity, strength in inaugural address at AU meeting

President Bola Tinubu, has reaffirmed the unity and strength of the African continent in his inaugural

Ogun Tribunal: Septuagenarian, banker, four others testify against Abiodun, APC

A Septuagenarian, Adeniyi Ijaola, a banker, Ayalekhue, and four others, on Thursday, testified before Ogun

Labour Party has no ground to call for Yakubu’s sack — INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission has said the Labour Party has no ground to call for

How Adamu starved Tinubu, APC candidates of funds during polls — Lukman, Nat’l V-Chair

The leadership crisis in the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, assumed a new twist, yesterday, following

Vehicles seizure: PDP lawmakers allege persecution of Ortom by Gov Alia

The members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Caucus in the Benue State House of Assembly

Tinubu condemns Plateau killings, orders manhunt for masterminds

President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday in Abuja, described as “unfortunate” the killing of an eight-month-old infant

Akeredolu’s absence created no vacuum in governance — Acting governor

The Ondo State Acting Governor, Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has alleged that some unknown people are behind

MURIC decries Osun appointments, accuses Adeleke of ‘secretly’ working for CAN

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has decried Governor Ademola Adeleke’s list of his commissioners, which contains

Akeredolu extends medical leave, writes Ondo Assembly

Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has written to the state House of Assembly requesting for

APC Crisis: Adamu moves to douse tension, engages State Chairmen

.Seeks patronage from Tinubu .Chairmen restate confidence in ex-Nasarawa Gov .As APC Govs meet

Tinubu should lead anti-corruption crusade — Falana

Lagos lawyer and human rights activist, Femi Falana, has called on President Bola Tinubu to lead

Scramble For Committees Hots Up As Akpabio, Abbas Compile List

Two days after the emergence of principal officers in both Senate and House of Representatives, lawmakers

Why No One Ever Challenged My Victory In 24 Years – Yobe Speaker

Hon Chiroma Buba Mashio, a serving member of the Yobe State House of Assembly who has

2024 Gov’ship: Edo Central Makes Case For Osadebe House

Barely 15 months to the Edo 2024 governorship election, there are dissenting voices over which of

‘Idan has landed’ – Tinubu joins Meta social media platform, Threads

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has joined the trending social media platform and Twitter rival, Threads.

Outrage in Benue over detention of 82 years old female LG Chairman, others

…PDP calls on DSS, state govt to release detainees, respect rule of law

Presidency explains Tinubu’s meetings with opposition figures

…Says reports on ministerial list mere fabrications …Adds APC’s reaping from PDP’s crisis

Badaru’s Men Dominate Jigawa Governor’s Commissioners’ List

Names of personality who served in the administration of ex-Governor Muhmmad Badaru featured prominently in the

I’ll Fire You After 6 Months If You Underperform, Kano Gov Warns Commissioners

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state has placed his newly sworn-in commissioners on a probation

2023 Polls: You Were Invited To Observe, Not Investigate, Keyamo Tells EU

Former Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Mr Festus Keyamo, has reacted to the final

Ganduje’s Dollar Videos Damaged Kano’s Reputation Across The Globe – Anti-Graft Agency

The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) has said the dollar videos of ex-Governor

2023 Polls: INEC begins review, engages 427 lawyers to prosecute 215 electoral offenders

.Explains why it can’t join issues with observer groups, parties .Slams erring RECs

Why we concede ministerial appointment to Wike — Rivers APC

…advises Tinubu against Abe’s praise singing

10th NASS: APC disowns principal officers named by Akpabio, Abbas

Days after the inauguration of the Senate president, Senator Godswill Akpabio, and speaker of the House

Afenifere: Moves to reconcile Adebanjo, Fasoranti underway — Gov Makinde

•I’ve no issue with Fasoranti —Adebanjo •Warns Makinde not to interfere

Maintain cordial relationship with Wamakko, Shettima urges Sokoto gov

Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has urged the Governor of Sokoto State, Ahmed Aliyu, to maintain a

Presidential tribunal adjourns INEC’s defence to July 4

The Presidential Petition Election Court has adjourned to Tuesday, July 4, the hearing of the defence

Kyari, Shell global director visit Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu is currently meeting the Shell Global Upstream Director, Ms Zoë Yujnovich, at the

Kano Governor’s 30 Days In Office And Many Controversies

From his first address after taking the oath of office as the new Kano State governor,

Tinubu Returns To Abuja After 13 Days

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday returned to Abuja from Lagos, 13 days after he left

Bayelsa, Imo, Kogi Gov’ship: INEC Urged To Re-Start PVCs Collection

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has been urged to recommence the collection of the Permanent

‘Thank you Akin,’ says Tinubu as Ambode makes remarkable return to politics

-We ‘ll work together to make Nigeria work, Tinubu woos governors

Buhari didn’t ask Tinubu not to probe ex-ministers, aides — Garba Shehu

Former Presidential aide, Garba Shehu on Thursday, said ex-President Buhari did not ask President Bola Tinubu

NASS Principal Officers: Tension as competing camps await Tinubu, APC’s nod

AHEAD of the resumption of the 10th Senate, next Tuesday, various camps battling to produce some

Eid-el-Kabir: Tinubu taking courageous steps to reposition Nigeria – APC

The leadership of the All Progressives Congress has hailed President Bola Tinubu for taking bold steps

I’ll name new appointees soon- Makinde

The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Wednesday, said that he would roll out the names

Akpabio won free, fair and square, Kalu declares

The Senate Majority Whip in the ninth Senate, Orji Kalu, has said that the President of

UK-Funded Programme Launches Website To Track Kano Governor’s Performance

A United Kingdom-funded programme, Partnership to Engage, Reform and Learn (PERL) has teamed up with civil

Kogi Gov’ship: Indigenes Demand Arrest, Prosecution Of Violence Perpetrators

Concerned indigenes of Kogi State have called on the State Security Service (SSS), the police and

Why Atiku, Obi Should Withdraw Petitions Against Tinubu — LP Gov’ship Aspirant

The Labour Party (LP) governorship candidate in Plateau State, Chief Yohanna Margif, has asked the PDP

Imo, Bayelsa, Kogi Gov’ship: ActionAid Urges INEC To Improve On Performance

Ahead of the November 11, governorship elections in Kogi, Bayelsa and Imo states, the ActionAid Nigeria

Otti sets up panel of inquiry over recovery of govt properties

Abia state Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has set up a judicial panel of inquiry to recover

Tinubu renames airports after Buhari, Awolowo, others [See full list]

President Bola Tinubu, has renamed some federal airports after several prominent Nigerians.

PDP, LP’ll be dead in NASS if APC gets Minority Leader – Shehu Sani

The former lawmaker representing Kaduna central, Senator Shehu Sani said it will be the death of

I delayed petrol subsidy removal to allow Tinubu, APC win election — Buhari

Former President Muhammadu Buhari, on Monday, broke his silence on the petrol subsidy removal ‘challenge’ that

Crisis: Opposition senators vow to resist foisted minority leaders

There could be a face-off between leaders of the 10th Senate and some members of the

Why I won’t stop contesting elections till I win – Tonto Dikeh

The Rivers State deputy governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress in the 2023 election and

Lawmaker seeks FG’s intervention as quelea birds invade Kebbi farms

A Peoples Democratic Party lawmaker representing the Argungu Constituency in the Kebbi House of Assembly, Alhaji

Reversal of my education policy by Oyetola regrettable — Aregbesola

A former Governor of Osun State, Mr Rauf Aregbesola has called on governments at all levels

Kaduna tribunal: INEC yet to produce certified result, says PDP candidate

The Kaduna State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal was on Thursday told that the Independent National Electoral

Cybersecurity expert testifies in Obi’s petition against Tinubu

The Labour Party and its presidential candidate, Peter Obi on Thursday fielded more witnesses in aid

I’m leaving Nigeria Police better than I met it – ex-IG Usman Baba

The former Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba said he is leaving the Nigeria Police Force, NPF

114% salary increase: Raising minimum wage for poor workers should come first – Shehu Sani

Against the backdrop of a proposed 114 per cent increase in the salaries of elected politicians,

Tribunal: Tinubu, INEC kick as Peter Obi tenders total PVCs in 32 states

The Presidential Petition Court, PEPC, sitting in Abuja yesterday admitted in evidence a bundle of exhibits

Ministerial slots: Tinubu may dump ex-govs, prefers technocrats — Source

As the push for ministerial appointments gathers steam, there are strong indications that President Bola Tinubu

Kano Govt Probes N370 Deduction From Civil Servants’ Salaries

Kano State government has suspended the monthly deductions of N370 each from salaries and pensions of

Gombe Gov Flags Off Sales Of Fertiliser At N19,000 Per Bag

Gombe State governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has flagged off the sales and distribution of fertilisers for

Ganduje spent over N20bn on PG foreign scholarships in eight years – Ex-Commissioner

The administration of the immediate past Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, spent over N20 billion

Kano demolition: Community leader debunks Gov. Yusuf’s claim over ownership of land

The community leaders in the Salanta quarters of the Bayero University Road in Kano have described

Tinubu retires service chiefs, appoints new COAS, others

President Bola Tinubu has approved the immediate retirement of all Service Chiefs, including the Inspector-General of

Tinubu dissolves boards, agencies, others

The President, Bola Tinubu, has approved the immediate dissolution of the Governing Boards of all Federal

We will not fail Nigerians, Abbas, Kalu vow

…We came to build, unite old path generations will take-Tinubu …as Reps’ speaker, deputy visit First Lady

How Alia’s Candidate Defeated Akume’s To Emerge Benue Speaker

The election of Hyacinth Aondona Dajoh, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and a

‘Lawan Didn’t Allow Me Finish My Thought’, Bulkachuwa Clarifies Remarks About Wife

Adamu Bulkachuwa, Senator who represented Bauchi North in the 9th Assembly, has denied that he influenced

NNPP Voids Suspension Of Imo Chairman

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has voided the suspension of its Imo chairman, Chief Charles

Tinubu meets NEC, says no excuse for failure

President Bola Tinubu said there will be no excuse for failure on the part of his

Otti to Ikpeazu: Joining APC won’t save you from accounting for N191bn debt

Gov. Alex Otti of Abia State has told his predecessor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu that defecting to

Ex-CBN Gov Sanusi in closed-door meeting with Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu is currently in a closed-door meeting with the former Emir of Kano, Sanusi

‘There was a betrayal’—Yari reacts to losing Senate Presidency to Akpabio

Former Zamfara State Governor, Abdulaziz Yari, has alleged betrayal by some of his colleagues, days after

Tinubu meets Masari, others at State House

President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, met with the governor of Nasarawa State, Abdullahi Sule, former Governor

No division in Ondo governance, says deputy gov

The Acting Governor of Ondo State, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has vowed to continue with the foundation

Repent, return looted funds voluntarily, Oluwo tells political leaders

The paramount ruler of Iwo land, Osun State, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has called on political office

Make Laws That Will Benefit Nigerians, ACF Urges 10th N/Assembly

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has urged the newly inaugurated 10th National Assembly to make laws

Use Your Positions To Unite Nigeria, Sanwo-Olu Tells Akpabio, Abbas, Others

The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said that the election of Senator Godswill Akpabio

Low Voter Turnout, Violence, Others Marred 2023 Polls — Report

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) and the International Republican Institute (IRI) Joint International Election Observation Mission

Eschew Corruption, Sule Cautions SSG, Other Appointees

The Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has cautioned the re-appointed Secretary to the State Government (SSG),

Democracy Day Speech: SDP knocks Akeredolu

— Says he fails to show empathy on subsidy removal — No mention of providing palliative measures

Uneasy calm in Police over successor to IGP Baba

There is uneasy calm in the Nigeria Police Force, following the recent declaration by Justice Fatun

Inauguration: Power show as 10th NASS gets underway today

Except the unexpected happens, the National Assembly is primed for a battle royale as the 10th

Speakership: Betara, Gagdi Step Down For APC’s Candidate, Abbas

Two top contenders for the speakership of the incoming 10th House of Representatives, Mukhtar Betara and

The YPP candidate, Omale, also dispelled claims that a consensus candidate for the governorship race from the Igala extraction has emerged.

Delta State governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has asked Nigerians to keep hope alive despite the challenges bedevilling

Kogi Gov’ship: No Consensus Candidate Yet – LP, APGA, YPP Candidates

Candidates of the Labour Party (LP), Okeme Adejo; All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Idoko Ilonah, and

Senate Presidency: I‘m Ready To Kneel Down For Senators-Elect To Vote Akpabio — Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has appealed to senators-elect to vote a former governor of Akwa Ibom

PDP sets for Senate presidency, House speakership race – Spokesman

After weeks of speculations over its stand on the leadership of the 10th National Assembly, the

10th NASS: Clerics endorse Yari, kick against religious sentiments

With four days left to the inauguration of the 10th National Assembly, the Christian Organisation of

Senate Leadership: Tinubu told me Akpabio is his choice – Ndume

Senator Ali Ndume has said President Bola Tinubu told him that Senator Godswill Akpabio is his

BREAKING: Tinubu meets G5 governors

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday met with members of G5 or the Integrity Group at the

Obi, LP Tender Final Results At Presidential Tribunal

•INEC accepts national results, objects to wards, states •PDP’s subpoenaed election ad hoc staff fail to testify

Ogun Gov’ship: Adebutu Lines Up 120 Witnesses In Petition Against Abiodun

The governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the March 18 election in Ogun

Uzodimma Drops Deputy As INEC Lists 17 Candidates For Imo Gov’ship Election

Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State has dropped his deputy, Prof. Placid Njoku, ahead of the

Police Seal Nasarawa Assembly Complex As Leadership Crisis Deepens

The Nasarawa State Police Command yesterday sealed the state House of Assembly complex following the leadership

Probe MDAs, Others To Implement ‘Renewed Hope’ Agenda, Supporters Urge Tinubu

Supporters of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have asked him to probe all the federal government Ministries,

Step Down For Abbas, N/West Reps-Elect Tell Wase, Others

The House of Representatives members-elect from the North West geopolitical zone have declared support for the

10th NASS: Akpabio’s bid threatened, as senators-elect withdraw support

We won’t allow any external interference- Kawu

Fuel subsidy: Tinubu demonstrated leadership as expected of good leader – Wike

The immediate past governor of Rivers state, Nyesom Wike said President Bola Tinubu has demonstrated leadership

Alleged N6.9bn fraud: Court grants Fayose permission to travel abroad for medicals

The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has granted the former Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti

10th NASS leadership: Akpabio’s fate uncertain as Tinubu breaks speakership impasse

•President tilts towards N-West, may unveil dark horse tomorrow •Wase, Abass to get ministerial slots•We won’t allow

Kano: Hasiyya Bayero Hospital not sold, says Ganduje

The immediate past Governor of Kano State, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, on Monday, clarified that the

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