The All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, calling him Nigeria’s most prolific electoral litigator after he claimed that the nation’s democracy was at risk due to judicial involvement in electoral matters. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that Atiku made the comments at a national conference on Strengthening Democracy in Nigeria held in Abuja on Monday, where he raised concerns over what he called the…

A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Fouad Oki, has called on the impeached Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, to focus on his legislative responsibilities and move on from his bid to reclaim the speakership position. Obasa, who was removed from his role last Monday, continues to assert that he remains the rightful Speaker of the Lagos Assembly. However, Oki has urged the…

President Bola Tinubu has reiterated the need for unity as a cornerstone of Nigeria’s national progress, urging leaders to prioritise collaboration and dialogue in addressing the country’s challenges.  Speaking through Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday at the Kogi Dialogue, an event marking Governor Usman Ododo’s first year in office, the President likened the natural confluence of Rivers Niger and Benue in Lokoja to the strength derived from unity. “The…

The Lagos State House of Assembly finds itself at the centre of a potential leadership crisis as two lawmakers lay claim to the Speaker’s position. Security around the Assembly Complex is likely to be tightened today amid speculation of a showdown. This follows former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa’s declaration on Saturday that he remains the rightful Speaker, despite being removed on January 13, 2025, over allegations of misconduct and financial misappropriation.…

President Bola Tinubu arrived in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on Sunday, where he will participate in the Africa Heads of State Energy Summit scheduled for January 27–28. Earlier, The New Daily Prime reported that Tinubu will depart for the summit, which is jointly organised by the government of Tanzania, the African Development Bank Group, and the World Bank.  The summit focuses on advancing “Mission 300,” an ambitious initiative aimed at…

The year 2024 proved to be one of political upheaval across the globe, marked by high-profile elections and significant shifts in voter sentiment. In the United States, the Democratic Party lost its hold on the presidency as former Republican President Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris. Republicans also secured majorities in both houses of Congress, signaling a major political realignment in the country. Globally, more than 60 countries held…

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, described the defection of supporters from opposition parties in Katsina State as a “great and historic day.”   On Sunday, several defectors, primarily from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Accord Party, and Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), among others, officially joined the APC. While addressing the defectors, including Rabiu Bakori, the PDP deputy governorship candidate for…

The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has announced its relocation from Benin City, the state capital, to Abuja. In a notice dated yesterday and signed by the Tribunal Secretary, Mu’azu Bagudu, all parties involved in the case were informed about the move. The notice read in part, “I am directed to notify all parties that the Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Benin City, Edo State, has been relocated…

Former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has refuted allegations of corruption leveled against him, labeling them as baseless and politically motivated. Speaking at a welcome event held in his honor in Ikeja GRA on Saturday, Obasa addressed his supporters from Agege, Alimosho, and Kosofe local government areas, emphasizing his commitment to integrity and service. Obasa’s removal on January 13, as reported by the New Daily…

Former Lagos Speaker Obasa insists he remains in office, citing constitutional rights, despite impeachment over misconduct allegations on January 13, 2025 The former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has asserted that he remains the legitimate speaker of the assembly, citing constitutional provisions as the basis for his claim. Speaking on Saturday during a welcome event held in Ikeja GRA, Obasa addressed supporters from Agege, Alimosho,…

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has issued a strong rebuke of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, following what he described as disparaging remarks made by Wike in a recent media interview. In his statement, Governor Mohammed accused Wike of stirring division and creating drama, following the latter’s criticisms of him and his role as Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum. The statement, which…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has outlined Nigeria’s strategy for leading Africa’s growth by focusing on education, innovation, and smart agriculture. Speaking at the Financial Times Global Risk Roundtable during the 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Shettima emphasised that these investments are crucial for addressing both global and domestic challenges. The Vice President acknowledged the pivotal role of African youth in driving the continent’s transformation. He pointed out that…