President Bola Tinubu on Thursday hosted Ghanaian President John Mahama at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja, marking Mahama’s first official visit to Nigeria since his January 7, 2025, inauguration. The high-profile meeting focused on boosting diplomatic relations, with discussions centered on trade, security, and regional cooperation within ECOWAS. This visit follows Tinubu’s earlier trip…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has hit back at former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, declaring that he would once again ensure Atiku’s failure in his presidential ambition. Wike: No Regret Over VP Snub, Will Oppose Atiku Again Wike, speaking through his media aide, Lere Olayinka, insisted he has…
The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has strongly criticized the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for not outrightly rejecting a petition seeking her recall, describing the commission’s handling of the matter as biased and unfair. INEC Confirms Receipt of Petition with Procedural Flaws In a statement signed by its National Commissioner and Chairman of…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has directed the establishment of Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps for residents affected by the recent Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin Osun communal clashes. This move comes as part of the government’s broader efforts to provide relief and security for displaced citizens while maintaining a 24-hour curfew in the troubled areas….
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of corruption and habitual abuse of women. Speaking in a video published by Arise TV, Atiku criticized the leadership of the National Assembly, stating that it is compromised and lacks integrity. Atiku’s comments come amid widespread criticism of the National Assembly’s approval of the…
The Head of Service of Rivers State, Dr. George Nwaeke, has resigned from office, marking another major development in the state’s political landscape. His resignation was announced on Tuesday in a statement signed by the Chief of Staff to the Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral (retd.) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas. Interim Replacement Announced Following Nwaeke’s…
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (retd.), has appointed Professor Ibibia Lucky Worika as the new Secretary to the State Government (SSG). In a statement released on Tuesday, Ibas emphasized that Worika’s appointment was based on his exceptional credentials, extensive experience, and outstanding performance during the rigorous selection process. Why…
A Senate committee hearing on ethics, privileges, and public petitions descended into chaos on Tuesday following a heated exchange between Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi (Ebonyi North) and former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili. The tension erupted as the committee deliberated on a petition filed by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. How the Clash…
Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has dismissed allegations linking him to militant groups, condemning fake social media posts and videos as deliberate attempts to incite tension in the state. In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, Fubara described the viral claims—particularly videos allegedly showing explosions at oil and gas facilities…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially received a recall petition against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, marking a significant political development in Kogi Central Senatorial District. Over 200,000 Signatures Submitted for Recall Process The petition, submitted on Monday and received by INEC Secretary Rose Oriaran-Anthony, reportedly contains signatures from more than half of the registered…
