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By: Damilola Olufemi, Fatimah Idera and Helen Okechukwu  The ongoing controversy between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has brought to the forefront deep-seated issues of power dynamics and institutional accountability within Nigeria’s Senate. The latest in the saga was Natasha gaining access to the National Assembly complex in Abuja on Tuesday, 22nd of July, 2025, after being denied initially. The senator, currently under a six-month suspension imposed by the Senate, had vowed to return to legislative duties, citing a court ruling which, according to her, supported her reinstatement. READ ALSO: NASS: Tension as Senator Natasha insists on resuming…

Why rejected him – APC We are confident of victory in 2026 – PDP By Alade Adisa Facts have emerged on why the strident effort by Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke to dump the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for the All Progressives Congress, APC, hit a brick wall – his demand to be given the governorship ticket of the party next year was flatly rejected. Check by New Daily Prime shows that Adeleke’s demand upset some leaders of the APC, especially the former governor, who is now the Minister for Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola. Oyetola, who contested the 2022 poll…

By Helen Okechukwu and Fatimah Idera Ever since the emergence of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the forthcoming 2027 general election, the political space has witnessed a series of mass defections from key political actors, particularly from members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP). The defection of prominent figures such as Atiku Abubakar, Dele Momodu of the PDP, and Senator Ireti Kingibe leaving the LP to join the ADC, raises concerns about the strength of the PDP. In response to this, the PDP has scheduled its National Executive Committee…

By Alade Adisa  The National Executive Committee, NEC, meeting of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, fixed for Thursday this week is generating anxiety among party leaders and members. The main reason, according to findings by New Daily Prime, is that the turnout may be too low. READ ALSO: Ortom defends G5’s rebellion against PDP in 2023, Atiku, party hit back The reason for the anticipated poor attendance is because members that would have attended have left the party in droves. The meeting will be the 100th NEC meeting of the party and it is expected to be attended by members of…

By Alade Adisa  Despite heavy downpour, hundreds of retired police officers on Monday besieged the gate of the National Assembly Complex in Abuja to register their protest against poor welfare and the delay in getting their retirement benefits. Regarding their pensions, the retirees called on the authorities to remove the Nigeria Police Force from the Contributory Pensions Scheme. They described the scheme as exploitative. READ ALSO: Retired police officers begin nationwide protest, IGP directs full security Their grouse is that the scheme not only delays their entitlements from being paid, but also that it is not the true reflection of how…

By Damilola Olufemi and Fatimah Idera  A recent statement by Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, warning Peter Obi not to enter the state without obtaining prior security clearance, has sparked controversy and debate. Renowned lawyer and professor at Afe Babalola University, Prof. Sesan Fabamise, has weighed in on the issue, describing the governor’s demand as ‘null and void’ and ‘politically tone-deaf.’ He emphasised that the statement is not only illegal but also unconstitutional, as it contravenes sections 40 and 41 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), which guarantee every citizen’s fundamental right to freedom of…

Can he inherit Buhari’s ‘10m votes?’ By Alade Adisa  Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar qualifies to be labelled Nigeria’s political journeyman. Who is a journeyman one may ask? A journeyman is a skilled worker who has completed an apprenticeship and is qualified to work in their trade, typically for an employer. They are experienced, competent workers but not necessarily masters of their craft. And recent actions of Atiku point him in the direction of somebody who may not be a master of his craft. READ ALSO: 2027: Atiku Abubakar formally resigns from PDP He cut his political teeth under the late…

By: Damilola Olufemi, Friday Omosola, Hellen Okechukwu As the curtains drew on the life of former Head of State and Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari at the age of 82, his passing has prompted moments of reflection—leaving an unfading mark that spans from impactful legacy to controversial issues that sparked digital awareness. The late Buhari assumed office as Head of State between 1984 and 1985, and later returned as a democratically elected President in 2015 and 2019; earning him two terms of eight years as the Grand Commander-in-Chief of the Nigerian Armed Forces. As most Nigerians feel the weight of his…

By Alade Adisa  Nigeria’s former First Lady, Aisha, has appealed to Nigerians to forgive her late husband, ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, for any mistakes he might have made while in office. The former president, who led Nigeria from 2015 to 2023, died after a brief illness in London on Sunday, at the age of 82. Speaking shortly after his passing, Aisha said the former president had, on several occasions, asked her to deliver the heartfelt message to Nigerians should he die before her. READ ALSO: Buhari could not have lived up to 2025 if he’d used Nigerian hospital – Adesina She…

By Alade Adisa  While the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari are being awaited from the United Kingdom, mourners from all walks of life have started trooping into his Daura residence. Apart from women and men from within Daura and its environs, some former aides and ministers of Buhari have also arrived at his home. Dr Isa Ali Pantami, former Minister of Communication and Digital Economy under Buhari, was one of the earliest arrivals and the team from the Presidency is expected soon. READ ALSO: Buhari’s name will be written in gold for electoral reforms – Bode George Patami, who spoke…