A fresh political controversy has erupted within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as Dumebi Kachikwu, the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has openly rejected a recent move by a coalition of opposition leaders to adopt the ADC as their platform for the 2027 general elections. Kachikwu denounced the coalition’s actions as illegitimate, describing it as […]
Prominent activist and vocal critic of government excesses, Aisha Yesufu, has come under intense scrutiny following her recent appearance alongside political figures she has consistently condemned on social media. Images and footage circulating online show Yesufu in close proximity to individuals widely accused of corruption, misgovernance, or complicity in state failures the very […]
In a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections, leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have voluntarily stepped aside to allow former Senate President David Mark and former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola to lead the party’s new direction. This was revealed on Wednesday by the founding National […]
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has commended Nigeria for its sweeping economic reforms and strides toward macroeconomic stability, following the conclusion of its 2025 Article IV Consultation with the country. In a statement released from Washington, D.C. on July 2, the IMF Executive Board praised both Nigeria’s monetary and fiscal authorities for implementing […]
The Nigerian Senate has passed a bill seeking to establish the Bitumen Development Commission, a move aimed at advancing the regulation, exploration, and development of Nigeria’s vast bitumen reserves. The bill, sponsored by Senator Jimoh Ibrahim (APC, Ondo South), scaled through its third reading during plenary on Wednesday, following the consideration and adoption of a […]
Daniel Bwala, a former spokesperson for the 2023 Atiku Abubakar presidential campaign and now a Special Adviser on Policy Communication to President Bola Tinubu, has said that Atiku would have been a great president if elected. Bwala made the statement during a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, where he reflected on his past […]
Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced that Nigeria will begin phasing out its reliance on diesel generators in favour of hybrid energy systems as part of a broader strategy to cut carbon emissions and modernize infrastructure. Speaking at the Decarbonising Infrastructure in Nigeria (DIN) Summit held on Tuesday in Abuja, Shettima said the move aligns […]
A social media user identified as Timi The Law has expressed concerns over the political and economic implications of a potential defeat of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. In a post shared via his X (formerly Twitter) handle, Timi stated that it would be painful for him if Tinubu loses the […]
A new political movement aiming to challenge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general election was formally unveiled today at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja, with key political heavyweights in attendance. The event marked the official declaration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the central platform for Nigeria’s opposition alliance […]
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed two nominees for the Nigerian Law Reform Commission (NLRC), Dakas Dakas as Chairman and Uchenna Okolocha as Commissioner, while Professor Fatima Alkali declined her appointment as Commissioner. Alkali, who was nominated to represent the North-East, had communicated her rejection to the presidency before the screening exercise. Senator Adeniyi […]
