Author: Gbenga Olaleye

The Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to former presidential candidate Peter Obi, demanding he resign from the party following his involvement in a newly formed political coalition. In a statement signed by the faction’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, and released in Abuja on Thursday, the faction reiterated its strong opposition to the coalition, branding its members as “power mongers” driven by self-interest rather than the collective good. “The Labour Party under the leadership of Julius Abure is not part of any coalition,” the statement read. “Any of our members who has joined…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has alleged that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Senate President David Mark, and other key political figures exited the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) after failing in their attempts to assume control of the party’s leadership structure. Wike made the assertion during a media chat with journalists on Thursday in Abuja. According to the minister, David Mark had aspired to become the national chairman of the PDP but was denied the position. This, Wike claimed, prompted the former Senate President to defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), which has recently emerged…

President Bola Tinubu has underscored the vital importance of data in governance, declaring it “the new oil” and setting out a directive for all ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) to capture, protect, and responsibly disseminate data to drive public value and enhance Nigeria’s global standing. The President’s announcement was made during the 2025 International Civil Service Conference in Abuja, a gathering attended by members of the Federal Executive Council, the diplomatic corps, industry leaders, and civil servants. Unlike traditional oil, President Tinubu explained, data’s value increases with refinement and careful utilisation. He mandated all MDAs to comply strictly with the…

As a newly formed coalition aimed at unseating President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election gathers steam, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed the alliance as “dead on arrival,” reaffirming confidence that the President will secure another term. The coalition’s leaders, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Senate President David Mark, former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido, and other prominent figures within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), convened a meeting at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja on Tuesday. The group issued a strongly worded communiqué condemning the APC government as a “disaster” and called on Nigerians…

The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Yunusa Tanko, has confirmed that Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has officially submitted a one-term presidency proposal to the newly formed opposition coalition. Obi, who recently declared his intention to run in the 2027 presidential election, announced on Monday his willingness to serve only one term if elected. He stated that any candidate from the southern region must be prepared to vacate office by 28 May 2031, in line with Nigeria’s longstanding but informal power rotation agreement and the principle of zoning. The former Anambra…

A highly anticipated event to unveil the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a new unifying political platform for Nigeria’s opposition ahead of the 2027 general elections was abruptly disrupted on Wednesday, following the sudden cancellation of the venue just hours before the programme was scheduled to commence. The unveiling, set to take place at the prestigious Wells Carlton Hotel and Apartments in Asokoro, Abuja, was expected to mark a significant step in consolidating opposition forces against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). However, organisers were informed early Wednesday that the hotel would no longer host the event, citing an unspecified…

Plans by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde to rename The Polytechnic Ibadan after the late former governor, Dr Victor Omololu Olunloyo, have sparked a wave of divergent reactions from students, alumni, civil society groups, and prominent Ibadan indigenes. Dr Olunloyo, a revered mathematician and the first Ibadan indigene to govern the old Oyo State, passed away on 6 April 2025.  He served briefly as governor from 1 October to 31 December 1983 and was the pioneer principal of The Polytechnic Ibadan. In honour of his legacy, Governor Makinde recently announced plans to rename the institution Victor Omololu Olunloyo Polytechnic, Ibadan.…

In a significant move in the lead-up to the 2027 Nigerian general elections, former Senate President Senator David Mark and ex-Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola have been appointed as the interim Chairman and Secretary, respectively, of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The appointments are part of efforts to create a unified opposition platform to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Multiple reliable sources who were present at the closed-door meeting in Abuja on Tuesday night disclosed that the leadership of the opposition coalition reached a consensus to elect Mark and Aregbesola to these pivotal roles. These sources, who requested anonymity due…

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has given firm assurances of safety for members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) deployed to the state, promising that every necessary measure is being taken to protect them throughout their service year. Speaking on Tuesday at the closing ceremony of the 2025 Batch A Stream II orientation camp in Wannune, Tarka Local Government Area, Governor Alia reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring the welfare and security of corps members. “We have deployed additional security personnel to vulnerable areas in the state to enhance safety and ensure that corps members carry out their…

Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has reaffirmed that leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are committed to building a strong and united opposition capable of winning the 2027 general elections. Saraki made the remarks in a statement posted on his official Facebook page, following the successful conclusion of the PDP’s landmark 100th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held in Abuja. The meeting went ahead despite an earlier disruption at the party’s national secretariat by police officers. Addressing speculation surrounding recent internal tensions and defections within the party, Saraki said the outcome of the NEC meeting proved wrong those who…