The Lagos State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in the 2023 election, Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has claimed that if not for the “Peter Obi effect,” he would have defeated Babajide Sanwo-Olu in the poll. During an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Tuesday, Adediran argued that the unexpected surge of support for the Labour Party (LP) in Lagos shifted the political landscape, making it…

By Adeniyi Yusuf The Lagos State All Progressives Congress has explained why it did not intervene in the state’s House of Assembly crisis. The party also congratulated the house of assembly members for solving the issue. This was stated in a statement obtained by The New Daily Prime and signed by Lagos APC Spokesman, Hon. Oluseye Oladejo. According to the statement, the party congratulates the good people of Lagos State,…

The Labour Party (LP) has dismissed merger plans with any political party or association as the 2027 general elections inch nearer The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, stating that such a move is not under consideration, following calls by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) for rebranding efforts, including a possible merger or coalition in a statement on Monday in Abuja.Ifoh warned the NLC leadership to steer clear of its…

The PDP chieftain in Lagos State has described the return of Mudashiru Obasa as disgraceful. The crisis, which began on January 13, 2025, occurred when Speaker Mudashiru Obasa was impeached by 36 out of 40 Assembly members over allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and mismanagement of funds. Following his removal, Deputy Speaker Mojisola Meranda was elected as the new Speaker, making history as the first female Speaker of…

Mojisola Meranda, a lawmaker representing the Apapa I constituency since June 2015, has stepped down from her role as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly.   Reading her resignation letter aloud during a special plenary session on Monday afternoon, the 44-year-old, announced, “This is a notice of resignation as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly.” Meranda took over the position on January 13, 2025, following the ousting…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has ordered the Heads of Local Government Administration (HLGA) to immediately assume control of the administration of all 23 local government areas in the state. This directive follows the Supreme Court judgment mandating the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to withhold the state’s allocations. In a statewide broadcast on Sunday, Governor Fubara directed the outgoing local government chairmen to officially hand over to the HLGAs…

By: Helen Okechukwu and Friday Omosola Political analyst Dr Bayo Fasunwon has expressed concerns over the Supreme Court’s decision restricting the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Accountant General of the Federation, and other financial agencies from disbursing funds to the Rivers State Government. The court directive halted the state’s share of the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) funds following a statement by Accountant General Bawa Mokwa in November 2024…

Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Sunday visited the residence of the late Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, to offer his condolences. Speaking at the Lekki, Lagos home of the revered statesman, Jonathan praised Adebanjo’s steadfast commitment to truth and justice. He called him a fearless advocate for national progress. He stressed that societies can only flourish when such principles are upheld, emphasising the lasting impact of Adebanjo’s leadership and advocacy.…

The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has urged the Supreme Court to reconsider its recent ruling that halted the release of Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) funds to Rivers State. PANDEF, in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Obiuwevbi Ominimini, warned that the decision could have dire consequences for the state’s economic growth and residents’ well-being. PANDEF described the ruling as a major setback that disproportionately affects the…

By Friday Omosola and Damilola Olufemi The Lagos State House of Assembly has been a hub of political activity since its inception. The once eyed Assembly by opposition with a history of conflicts and power struggles that have shaped the state’s politics. From its early days to the present, the Assembly has been a battleground for politicians seeking to assert their influence and control. Founded in 1979, following the introduction…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to instruct the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, to put a hold on the newly introduced Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction fee increase. The group emphasised that the suspension should remain in place until the Federal High Court in Lagos delivers its ruling on the legality of the policy. Additionally, SERAP urged…

President Bola Tinubu has honoured the legacy of Namibia’s founding president, Dam Shafiishuna Nujoma, describing him as a warrior, nation-builder, and symbol of Africa’s fight for freedom. Speaking at Nujoma’s state burial on Saturday at Heroes’ Acre in Windhoek, Namibia, President Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, highlighted the late leader’s pivotal role in Namibia’s independence and his enduring influence on the African continent. “We have not come to…