The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State has held Governor Monday Okpebholo responsible for what it describes as a worsening security crisis. The party cited the recent killing of travelers in Uromi as a glaring example of the state’s deteriorating law and order. The tragic incident, in which a group of travelers accused of kidnapping were brutally lynched by a mob in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area,…

President Bola Tinubu has revealed that he nearly dropped out of the 2023 presidential race after a conversation with a close relative caused him to doubt his candidacy. Speaking at a special Iftar held in his honour at the Presidential Villa yesterday to mark his 73rd birthday, Tinubu reflected on the challenges he faced on his journey to the presidency. Despite those difficulties, he reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to Nigeria’s…

Mulikat Akande-Adeola, a former Majority Leader in the House of Representatives and the Social Democratic Party (SDP) leader for the South-West region, has articulated the party’s intention to endorse a presidential candidate who genuinely resonates with the needs and aspirations of the Nigerian populace. This announcement came during an Iftar gathering organized by the Oyo State Chapter of the SDP, which aimed to foster engagement among stakeholders from the 11…

The Presidency has denied allegations made by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar regarding an alleged Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) investigation linked to financial dealings in Lagos State. In a statement issued by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the Presidency described Atiku’s claims as ‘false’ and ‘a troubling pattern of relying on social media gossip over substance.’ Presidency criticised the former vice president…

Former Rivers State Head of Service, George Nwaeke, has confirmed that he is safe and currently staying at the Transcorp Hilton hotel in Abuja. His statement follows concerns raised by his wife, Florence, on Friday night, when she publicly expressed distress over his whereabouts after his resignation from office. Speaking to journalists, she admitted she had no knowledge of where he was and feared for his safety. In a video…

The unfolding political crisis in Rivers State took a dramatic turn yesterday as Florence Nwaeke, wife of former Head of Service, George Nwaeke, voiced her distress over her husband’s sudden disappearance. Speaking to journalists last night, a visibly shaken Mrs Nwaeke expressed deep concern for her husband’s safety, revealing that she had lost contact with him and had no idea of his current whereabouts. Overcome with fear and uncertainty, she…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has dismissed recent allegations made by the former Head of Service (HoS), George Nwaeke, describing them as false and politically motivated. Among the allegations was that Fubara was conniving with militants to blow up oil pipelines in the state amid the political crisis rocking Rivers. In a statement issued on Saturday Governor Fubara refuted claims aired on Channels Television, where Dr Nwaeke alleged that the…

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has emphasised the need to make Nigeria more accessible to tourists. He cited the unprecedented influx of visitors during last December’s festivities as a wake-up call for the government. Speaking on ‘Politics Today’ on Channels Television, Tunji-Ojo highlighted how the surge in foreign visitors positively impacted the economy. He stressed that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is committed to improving access to Nigeria for legitimate…

Hon. Joshua Gana warns that Nigeria’s emergency rule in Rivers State and the unrecorded voice vote undermine democracy, lack transparency, and echo authoritarian practices. In a sharp critique of Nigeria’s federal government, Honourable Joshua Audu Gana, a prominent member of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, has voiced deep concern over the recent declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. In an exclusive interview, Gana described the move as an…

Nigeria’s House of Representatives has advanced a controversial constitutional amendment that would bar individuals aged 60 and above from contesting for the offices of President and Governor. The bill, which passed its second reading during Thursday’s plenary session, could reshape the country’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections. If enacted into law, the measure would render some of Nigeria’s most prominent political figures—including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (72),…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed as a ‘blatant lie from the pit of hell’ the allegations linking him to purported financial dealings involving Lagos State funds. In a statement issued on Thursday by his media adviser, Paul Ibe, Atiku refuted reports suggesting that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, through Ms Aisha Achimugu, provided funds to him during the 2023 presidential election. Describing the claim as ‘contrived political hogwash’…

The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has raised an alarm over what it describes as planned, sponsored protests aimed at destabilizing the state. The party claimed to have received credible intelligence indicating that certain individuals and leaders within the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are behind the purported demonstrations. In a statement issued yesterday by the party’s chairman, Jarret Tenebe, alleged that these protests are not…