Author: Gbenga Olaleye

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has launched a scathing critique of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, accusing it of failing to fulfil its campaign promise of providing uninterrupted electricity to Nigerians within four years. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, ADC’s interim spokesman, Bolaji Abdullahi, reminded President Tinubu of his bold vow during the 2023 campaign: to ensure 24/7 electricity across the country or forfeit a second term bid. “Today, we just want to take some time to remind President Tinubu that he promised Nigerians uninterrupted electricity within four years. Yes, that’s right, Mr President promised us 24/7…

Members of the Obidient movement have called on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to shelve his 2027 presidential ambition and throw his weight behind Mr Peter Obi to secure the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential ticket. The appeal was made during a massive rally in Umuahia, part of a coordinated ‘One Million Man-March for Obi’ held simultaneously across Umuahia, Aba, Ohafia, and Uzuakoli to celebrate Mr Obi’s 64th birthday. Speaking to journalists, Chibuzor Obiesili, Abia State chairman of the rally’s Organising Committee and a state coordinator of the Obidient movement, urged Atiku to make the ultimate political sacrifice for the…

In a rare and heartfelt show of reverence, His Royal Highness Alhaji Umar Faruk Umar, the Emir of Daura, declared that if royal customs permitted, he would kneel in honour of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the former Kano State Governor. The statement came during Senator Kwankwaso’s condolence visit to the Daura Emirate and Katsina State, following the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari. “Wallahi, if an Emir can kneel, I would kneel for you,” the Emir said, eliciting applause and surprise from attendees. This exceptional gesture highlighted Kwankwaso’s significant national stature and personal integrity. The Emir reminisced about his close…

The Labour Party (LP) Caucus in the Nigerian Senate has strongly criticised Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, following his recent threat to bar the Labour Party’s 2023 Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, from entering Edo State. In a statement issued on Saturday, Senators Victor Umeh, Ireti Kingibe, Ezea Okey, and Tony Nwoye called on the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, and the Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi, to take urgent note of the governor’s warning. The senators asserted, “Mr Peter Obi is a citizen of Nigeria, and his movement is guaranteed and…

Kano State is preparing to welcome President Bola Tinubu on Friday, July 18, 2025, as he arrives to offer condolences to the government, people of Kano, and the family of the late elder statesman, business mogul, and philanthropist Alhaji Aminu Dantata. Governor Abah Yusuf’s spokesperson, Sunusi Tofa, confirmed the visit in a statement on Thursday, describing it as a significant gesture of national unity and respect for both the people of Kano and the enduring legacy of Alhaji Dantata. The visit comes in the wake of the recent passing of the renowned industrialist, whose impact on Kano and Nigeria at…

The APC Youth Liberation Movement, a faction within the Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, has expressed strong optimism that Governor Ademola Adeleke’s defection to the party would significantly enhance its chances of a landslide victory in the upcoming elections. Operating under the party’s Directorate of Youth Organisations, the group hailed the potential move as a major strategic advantage that would strengthen the APC ahead of the 2027 elections. In a statement issued by the group’s State Coordinator, Comrade Ajasa Oluwaseun, Adeleke’s political clout and track record were highlighted as key assets. Ajasa recalled Adeleke’s impressive electoral performances,…

Femi Adesina, former Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the late President Muhammadu Buhari, has disclosed that the former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, was with her husband as recently as March 2025 just weeks before his death in London. Adesina, who served as Buhari’s spokesperson throughout his presidency from 2015 to 2023, made the revelation in a heartfelt tribute to the late president. His comments aim to quell growing speculation and rumours surrounding the state of Buhari’s marriage in his final months. “During Ramadan, I joined him for dinner. The former First Lady, Aisha, was around and offered me…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has confirmed that it is considering the expulsion of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, following a series of allegations relating to anti-party activities. This was made known by the party’s Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Ibrahim Abdullahi, during an interview on Arise News. Abdullahi disclosed that a committee has been set up to investigate and review numerous petitions submitted against the former Governor of Rivers State. “The last time I checked, he [Wike] was still a member of the PDP. He hasn’t come out to denounce his membership. But he is…

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has paid glowing tribute to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, hailing him as a patriotic leader who served Nigeria faithfully without looting the nation’s treasury. Akpabio made the remarks on Thursday during a special, expanded session of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) held in Abuja in honour of the late Nigerian leader, who died on Sunday at the age of 82. Addressing a room filled with current and former government officials, Akpabio described Buhari as a disciplined and selfless servant of the nation whose integrity remained intact throughout his years in office. “Let us be…

The death of former President Muhammadu Buhari has reignited a fierce political contest over the allegiance of his loyalists, particularly those from the defunct Congress for Progressive Change (CPC), the party he founded in 2009 and which formed the backbone of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). With President Bola Tinubu’s emergence in 2023, the influence of CPC-aligned figures within the APC has steadily declined. Some key Buhari allies, such as former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai and ex-Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, have even publicly opposed Tinubu’s expected second-term bid. Now, with Buhari’s passing, political…