Author: Gbenga Olaleye

Former Governor of Rivers State and ex-Minister of Transportation, Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, has formally resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the ruling party as a symbol of “failure, pain, and anguish” that has lost touch with the Nigerian people. In a strongly worded resignation letter dated 1st July 2025 and addressed to the APC Chairman in his Ward 8, Ubima, Ikwerre Local Government Area, Amaechi accused the party of betraying the ideals upon which it was founded. He cited the need to align with other patriotic Nigerians in a renewed effort to “rescue” the country from what he…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced the convening of its 101st National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, set to take place over three days from Wednesday, 23rd July to Friday, 25th July 2025 at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja. The announcement was made public through an official statement posted on the party’s verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday, signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba. The statement served as a reminder to all distinguished members of the NEC to prepare for the meeting, emphasising the importance of full attendance to discuss pressing party matters ahead of the…

Senator Babajide Omoworare, a former Senior Special Assistant to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari on National Assembly Matters, has officially declared his ambition to contest the 2026 governorship election in Osun State under the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking during a meeting with APC State Chairman, Tajudeen Lawal, and other party stakeholders, Omoworare unveiled his manifesto and vowed to lead the party back to power. The former federal lawmaker expressed strong confidence in his political track record and readiness to “reset and rebuild” the state. “I have contested five elections and have never been defeated,” Omoworare said. “Even when attempts were made…

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has firmly denied reports suggesting his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), declaring that he remains committed to both the party and his mandate to serve the people of Osun. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony for the dualisation of a 3.5km township road in Ila-Orangun, Adeleke dismissed the speculation, asserting, “I was elected on the platform of the PDP and so shall I remain in the party. I’m not going anywhere.” The governor praised the commencement of the Ila township road project, calling it a milestone achievement amidst national uncertainty. He reiterated his vow…

Former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has declared that the coalition movement under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is doomed to fail and will not survive Nigeria’s political landscape. Speaking in an interview with Channels Television, Ortom firmly stated that he has no intention of leaving the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which he claims to lead in Benue State. He also dismissed speculation about joining the newly formed coalition. “People are free to join any coalition that they so wish, but for me and the people that I lead, we remain in PDP,” Ortom said. “I am not joining any…

Controversial Nigerian activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has publicly identified the alleged individual responsible for stealing his AI smart glasses during a demonstration at the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters in Abuja on Monday. According to reports by NEW DAILY PRIME, Sowore had led a protest comprising retired police officers agitating for improved pension benefits. The demonstration, which was held outside the Force Headquarters, drew attention to what the protesters described as years of neglect and inadequate compensation after service to the nation. Shortly after the protest concluded, Sowore took to social media to raise an alarm regarding his…

The Presidency has denied reports that Muhammed Babangida, son of former military Head of State Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB), rejected his recent appointment as Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Contrary to claims made in a letter circulated on social media, presidential media aide Olusegun Dada stated via X (formerly Twitter) on Monday that Muhammed Babangida has accepted the appointment and expressed gratitude to the President. “Muhammed Babangida has officially accepted his appointment as Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), expressing deep gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the trust reposed in…

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has criticised state governments across Nigeria for failing to utilise over ₦250 billion in intervention funds meant to improve basic education infrastructure and teaching conditions. The Executive Secretary of UBEC, Dr. Aisha Garba, raised the alarm on Monday during the inauguration of a three-day Financial Management Training for fund managers from State Universal Basic Education Boards (SUBEBs) across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The training targets Directors of Finance and Accounts, Heads of Internal Audit, and Matching Grant Desk Officers, aiming to boost their capacity in effectively managing and disbursing…

Many Nigerians hoping to complete their job applications with the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) have been left frustrated as the recruitment portal remained inaccessible on Monday, despite promises of a reopening. The CDCFIB had earlier announced that applicants who had begun the process would be able to resume and complete their applications starting 21 July. Even President Bola Tinubu reaffirmed this via a post on Monday morning, stating that the portal would reopen as scheduled. However, throughout the day, users reported that the website was not loading or functioning as expected. One applicant, posting under…

The political landscape in Kogi State has shifted significantly as scores of members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), pledging their loyalty and support to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The mass defection took place in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State, where Senator Natasha, the current representative of Kogi Central Senatorial District, personally received the new PDP members in what is being described as a major political statement in the region. Prominent among the defectors are the former Chairman of Okehi Local Government, Hassan Yusuf; Special Adviser to the Okehi Council…