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The APC Forum for Good Governance and Continuity has formally endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for second terms in office, citing what it described as measurable progress under their leadership. For more updates on politics, follow our latest news  The group announced its position during a press conference in Abuja, where it presented what it termed an “evidence-based assessment” of both leaders’ performance since assuming office. Speaking at the event, National Coordinator of the forum, Henry Awolabi, praised President Tinubu’s economic policies, highlighting key reforms such as the removal of fuel subsidy, exchange rate unification,…

Nigerian billionaire and Chairman of First Bank Holdings, Femi Otedola, has revealed that President Bola Tinubu spent Easter Sunday working, underscoring what he described as a strong commitment to national development. Otedola made the disclosure in a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, following a private visit to the President. The meeting also included Africa’s richest man and President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote. According to Otedola, discussions during the visit centred on Nigeria’s economic outlook and how citizens could benefit from ongoing reforms introduced by the Tinubu administration. He emphasised that the President’s dedication, even on a…

The National Leader of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Seriake Dickson, on Friday formally received a significant group of defectors from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Labour Party (LP), and Social Democratic Party (SDP). Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news The defectors were presented at a press conference at Dickson’s residence in Abuja, led by suspended ADC chieftain Amanda Pam. A former National Legal Adviser of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 2003, Pam also served as Mandate Secretary for Health in the Federal Capital Territory under former President Muhammadu Buhari. Pam arrived with several ward and local…

The Presidency has defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to meet victims of the recent Plateau killings at a hall near the airport rather than visiting affected communities in Jos township, citing logistical and flight safety constraints. In a statement issued on Friday, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, explained that the runway at Yakubu Gowon Airport does not support night flights due to the absence of navigational aids. According to him, this limitation made it impractical for the president to travel into Jos, visit affected areas such as Angwan Rukuba, and return to…

At least 15 people have been abducted and one person confirmed dead following coordinated bandit attacks on two communities in Katsina State, further highlighting the persistent insecurity in Nigeria’s north-west region. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news The incident was disclosed in a post on X on Friday by security analyst Bakatsine, who provided details of the attacks. According to the report, the attacks occurred in Malumfashi Local Government Area, where armed bandits initially stormed Unguwar Dambu in Gora Dan Saka district. During the raid, no fewer than 15 residents were abducted by the attackers. Read related news:…

The Bauchi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed concerns over an alleged internal crisis, insisting that the party remains united and well-positioned to retain power in the 2027 governorship election. For more updates on party developments, follow the latest APC news in Nigeria. The party’s Publicity Secretary in the state, Mannasseh Marti, who is aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, made the assertion on Friday amid growing speculation about a possible defection by Governor Bala Mohammed. Marti stated that the PDP continues to enjoy strong support from the people of Bauchi State,…

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has declared that the blood of innocent victims killed in recent attacks in Jos, Plateau State, is “crying out for justice.” The development reflects broader trends in APC political updates across Nigeria. Yilwatda made the statement in reaction to the killings that occurred on Palm Sunday in Angwan Rukuba, located in Jos North Local Government Area. He described the incident as a tragic and unacceptable act of violence, stressing the need for a decisive national response. According to him, Plateau State deserves lasting peace, especially in light of the recurring violence…

The European Union, in collaboration with the Federal Government and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), has called for urgent and coordinated action to tackle food waste and promote sustainable consumption practices in Nigeria. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news The appeal was made on Thursday in Abuja during the commemoration of International Zero Waste Day, themed “Food waste reduction – minimisation and valorisation.” Speaking at the event, the Deputy Ambassador of the EU Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Zissimos Vergos, revealed that Nigeria wastes approximately 38 million tonnes of food annually—the highest figure on the African…

Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode has launched a scathing attack on Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, declaring that he would never lead Nigeria. For more updates on party developments, follow the latest APC news in Nigeria. Fani-Kayode’s criticism followed comments made by Obi in which the former Anambra State governor compared present-day political actors—particularly those once involved in pro-democracy struggles—to the late military ruler Sani Abacha. In a post shared on X on Friday, Fani-Kayode described Obi’s remarks as deeply offensive and insensitive, especially to those who suffered during Nigeria’s years under military rule.…

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday declined an ex parte application seeking to bar Senator Ireti Kingibe from participating in the activities of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). For more updates on party developments, follow the latest APC news in Nigeria. Delivering the ruling, Justice Peter Lifu refused the in a ruling, brought by some ward leaders from Wuse in the Federal Capital Territory, who alleged that the lawmaker had been suspended over anti-party activities. Read related news:APC to ADC: ‘You are the author of your fate’ Rather than grant the request, the court directed the plaintiffs to put…