Former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has described the arrest of social media influencer Martin Otse, known as Verydarkman (VDM) as a disturbing erosion of democratic values in Nigeria. The former Anambra State governor in a statement on his X page on Sunday expressed concern about the growing tension in the country, worsened by economic hardship and actions that undermine the rule of law and human rights. READ…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on President Bola Tinubu to rein in members of his family, particularly his son, Seyi Tinubu. In a statement issued by his media aide, Paul Ibe, Atiku said Seyi appeared intent on securing political loyalty for his father through any means necessary—including coercion, violence, and intimidation. He made the remarks in response to allegations made by the President of the National Association of…

Ahead of the 2027 elections, discussions about a possible coalition between major political parties have taken place, with several meetings held intermittently. However, on Friday, the Labour Party (LP) revealed its position on the matter. Julius Abure, LP Chairman made the party stance clear, noting that LP ‘is not participating in any coalition discussions.’ READ ALSO: Anti-Tinubu coalition is a waste of time – Fayose Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of…

LONDON, UK — May 3, 2025 — The Reform Party has made history again, winning the Runcorn and Helsby by-election by the narrowest margin in modern UK electoral history — just six votes. This unexpected victory gives Reform UK a total of five seats in the UK House of Commons, deepening its impact on British politics and challenging the traditional two-party dominance of Labour and the Conservatives. The by-election was…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has responded to recent comments made by former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, at Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, United States. During his address, Obi criticised not only the current Nigerian government but also the country itself, describing rising poverty levels and expressing concern over the administration’s economic policies. Reacting, Sanwo-Olu in a statement on his X page…

The Trump administration has acknowledged that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents arrested Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil in March without a warrant, a revelation now central to a legal battle that could determine whether the Syrian-born U.S. permanent resident will be deported. Khalil, a vocal participant in pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University, was arrested outside his New York City apartment where he lived with his pregnant, U.S. citizen wife…

Delta State witnessed a major political shake-up on Wednesday as Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and his predecessor, Ifeanyi Okowa, parted ways with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to align with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The development, which followed a high-level meeting at the Government House in Asaba, was confirmed by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon. In a related move, Senator James Manager announced Okowa’s defection, revealing that…

Eight months ago, the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle and service chiefs vowed to see the end of insecurity in the north. However, insecurity has persisted in the northern region despite the vow by FG to end security issues in the region. In August 2024, Matawalle, vowed to bring an end to insurgency and killings in the north-west, assuring the public of the Federal Government’s ongoing efforts. Speaking…

U.K. Supreme Court Rules Trans Women Not Legally Women Under Equality Act: A Landmark Decision Reverberates Across Gender Rights Debate. In a landmark decision that’s already rippling across both sides of the gender rights debate, the United Kingdom’s Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that the term “woman” under the country’s Equality Act of 2010 refers exclusively to biological sex, not gender identity. The ruling delivers a substantial blow to transgender rights…

Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir el-Rufai, has launched a scathing critique of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, describing it as the “worst and most corrupt” government in Nigeria’s history. Speaking in Katsina on Monday night during an interview with journalists, el-Rufai did not mince words, branding the current federal administration as the most deceitful and intolerant since Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999. “This is the worst federal government in Nigerian…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the latest wave of killings in Plateau State. Atiku, in a statement signed by his media aide, Paul Ibe, stated that the security policy and infrastructure under President Bola Tinubu have failed woefully. Atiku’s statement followed the deadly attack on Sunday in the Zike community, Kimakpa area of Kwali district in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, where no fewer than 47…

Tensions between the United Kingdom and Israel have escalated after Israeli authorities detained and deported two British Members of Parliament who sought to visit the occupied West Bank. The incident has prompted sharp criticism from UK officials and renewed scrutiny of British Israeli relations under the Labour government. The MPs, Abtisam Mohamed and Yuan Yang, were stopped upon arrival at Israel’s Ben Gurion International Airport. They were questioned and subsequently…