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By Clement Abayomi A member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kama Ahmadu, has announced that the party will make industrialisation its top priority to transform the economy of Adamawa State and Northern Nigeria. For more updates on party developments, follow the latest APC news in Nigeria. Ahmadu, who spoke on the region’s future on Sunday, explained that the ADC plans to move away from over-reliance on federal funding by building large-scale factories and processing plants. He maintained that Northern Nigeria possesses vast natural resources and fertile land that remain underused. To address this, he proposed the establishment of…

By Clement Abayomi Six lawmakers elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Ogun State House of Assembly have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing a prolonged internal crisis within their former party. The decision was made public on Sunday, March 29, as the lawmakers formally announced their switch, describing it as a necessary step driven by ongoing leadership challenges in the PDP. According to the defectors, the party’s internal disputes and lack of stability made it difficult for them to continue their political careers under its platform. Read related news:  Court issues arrest…

By Jeremiah Aminu Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, has apologised to Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima over a controversial remark he made earlier this month. The apology follows backlash over a now-deleted post shared on March 6, in which Bashir described the Vice President as “painfully spineless.” In the post, he criticised Shettima’s role in government, suggesting that the Vice President had not effectively used his position to tackle alleged corruption within the Presidential Villa. “I like Shettima. He’s just painfully spineless. I hope one day he realizes he is positioned in a unique place,…

By Clement Abayomi The National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bolaji Abdullahi, has highlighted several major setbacks under Tinubu’s administration as he sends him birthday wishes. Abdullahi expressed concerns regarding the current administration of Tinubu in a statement shared on his Facebook page on Sunday, March 29, 2026. He noted that Tinubu’s time in office has been defined by severe economic hardship and violence. He specifically pointed out that fuel prices have increased by nearly “500%” since Tinubu took power, making basic transportation a struggle for most citizens. Read related news:  ADC knocks Tinubu’s £746m UK port…

By Jeremiah Aminu Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has declared his determination to continue fighting despite suffering a fourth consecutive defeat in the octagon. Adesanya lost to American contender Joe Pyfer via technical knockout at UFC Fight Night 271, held in Seattle, United States, on Saturday. The Nigerian-born fighter started the bout with his trademark “Stylebender” approach, using distance control, sharp jabs, and calculated low kicks to manage the opening exchanges. Adesanya also relied on counterattacks to keep his opponent at bay in the first round. However, the fight took a decisive turn when Pyfer secured a takedown and…

By Clement Abayomi Former presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso has announced his resignation from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing the need to align with a more effective political platform capable of driving meaningful change in Nigeria. The development was confirmed in a press statement released on Sunday, March 29, 2026, marking a significant shift in Kwankwaso’s political journey. Decision Driven by Political Realignment In the statement, Kwankwaso explained that his decision followed a careful assessment of the country’s current political direction. He noted that Nigeria’s evolving political environment requires what he described as “strategic realignment,” a factor that influenced…

By Jeremiah Aminu The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has released N19.7 million to 217 students at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) for the 2024/2025 academic session. The loan, according to the financial body, was targeted at assisting students in tertiary institutions to cover their educational expenses. Read related news: Bill to convert YABATECH to vocational university scales second reading in Senate ₦1.81trn FCT budget for 2025 gets Senate approval UNILAG announces delay in movement to some halls of residence  In a letter, dated 9th February 2026 and addressed to the Managing Director/CEO of NELFUND, Dr Ibraheem Abdul, the…

By Clement Abayomi Senate President Godswill Akpabio has commended President Bola Tinubu’s leadership during the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Convention in Abuja on Friday. For more updates on party developments, follow the latest APC news in Nigeria. Tinubu says opposition can refine govt policies PDP insists on fielding candidate, rejects Tinubu re-election endorsement Akpabio stated that Tinubu’s governance style has strengthened the ruling party and brought progress to Nigeria. Speaking at the event, Akpabio noted that the APC is now the dominant force in Nigerian politics. He remarked that because of Tinubu’s performance, there are effectively only two…

By Clement Abayomi President Bola Tinubu has told opposition parties that they are free to challenge and help improve his administration’s policies. He disclosed this information at the All Progressives Congress (APC) national convention held in Abuja on Friday. Tinubu rejected claims that the APC is trying to turn Nigeria into a one-party state. He stated that a strong opposition is necessary for a healthy democracy and better governance. Tinubu described these claims as a misunderstanding of the ruling party’s goals. He noted that Nigeria has enjoyed many years of democracy and that his government remains committed to national unity.…

By Clement Abayomi Nigerians have spoken out against the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, following his recent statement that suggested a rehabilitation plan for terrorists. Oluyede, who defended the policy on 26 March, 2026, during an inaugural lecture, compared repentant criminals to the “prodigal son” in the Bible. This has prompted disapproval among Nigerians as citizens across social media platforms expressed strong disagreement with his comparison. On X, Mahdi Shehu described the move as “defeatist” and “not wise”. He argued that granting amnesty to gangs who kill entire families would only embolden them to do more harm. He…