The Presidency on Monday reacted to remarks made by the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, during his appearance on Arise TV. In a post on his X handle, Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, stated that Mr Obi only a superficial grasp of economics and governance. Mr Bwala expressed astonishment that Obi would align himself with Mr Tinubu’s economic decisions—particularly the removal of…

President Bola Tinubu has reconciled with Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, declaring an end to any past grievances. Speaking during a private session with members of the Lagos State Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), the president affirmed that the matter had been settled, stating, “It’s all over now. All is forgiven.” READ ALSO: Shettima urges national unity, support for Tinubu The conciliatory meeting, held behind closed doors, was initiated by the GAC,…

Kano, Nigeria — Senate Deputy President Barau Jibrin has called on newly defected members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to rally behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and help consolidate the party’s recent political gains across Kano State and the wider region. Speaking at a high-profile reception for the defectors, Barau described the political movement they left behind as “kwan-kwa-tsiya” — a Hausa phrase meaning “generating poverty.” He urged the…

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has described Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno’s defection from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as one likely to attract increased investment to the South-South region. The New Daily Prime reported that Eno announced his defection from PDP to APC on Friday after months of speculation. Okpebholo, who congratulated Eno in a statement released on Saturday, praised his boldness…

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has formally severed ties with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and declared his allegiance to the All Progressives Congress (APC), bringing an end to weeks of intense political speculation. Speaking in Uyo on Friday, Eno explained that his decision came after three months of wide-ranging consultations with political leaders and stakeholders throughout the state. “For quite some time, discussions have swirled around my…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared that it will not grant automatic tickets to its members in the National Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections, putting to rest growing speculation about special privileges for first-term lawmakers and recent defectors. This position was made clear by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Barrister Felix Morka, who described reports suggesting the APC had promised automatic re-nomination as “fake news” and without…

Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has applauded President Bola Tinubu for his decisive and timely intervention in the state’s political crisis. He stated that the president’s involvement prevented a complete breakdown of governance. Speaking yesterday in Port Harcourt during a meeting with stakeholders and leaders of the Simplified Movement to mark his second year in office, Fubara disclosed that efforts were already underway to restore normalcy across the executive…

Fellow Nigerians, as we mark the second anniversary of our administration, I salute your resilience and undaunting spirit. Two years ago, you entrusted me with the sacred responsibility to lead our nation at a time of historic challenges. Together, we have faced these headwinds with courage and determination. The economic and general situation of the country I inherited required that we redirect the country’s affairs with a bold and new…

Abuja, Nigeria — National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Governor of Kano State, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has asserted that Nigeria’s future hinges on the strength, stability, and progressive ideals of the ruling party. Speaking during the APC National Summit held Thursday at the Presidential Villa’s Banquet Hall in Abuja, Ganduje reaffirmed the party’s commitment to national unity, grassroots engagement, and sustainable governance. Delivering a keynote…

Some reputable women in Rivers state have reiterated their support for the embattled Governor of Rivers state, Siminalayi Fubara. According to them, they want the federal government to reinstate the governor as soon as possible. However, there has been allegations that the governor could join the APC in order to get reinstated. Ever since the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, there have been mixed reactions between…

In Nigeria, the idea of political coalitions has never been taken lightly by key figures advocating their necessity. Rather than diminishing, the coalition movement continues to grow stronger by the day, even amid high-profile defections. Instead of weakening alliances or dampening the resolve of their proponents, defections often le ad to renewed strategic engagement, tighter coordination, and fresh alignments that strengthen the resilience and influence of these coalitions. Before Nigeria’s return…

By Friday Omasola, Helen Okechukwu and Fatimah Idera  Political Analysts have said Nigeria is not sinking towards one-party system. According to them, politicians who are defeated are defecting to All Progressives Congress for opportunity. This followed the recent defections from key opposition parties, such as the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC. Over recent months, governors and senators from the PDP had defected to APC. This raised the alarm…