The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has summoned the two warring factions of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for a troubleshooting meeting at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja. The meeting, which is currently underway, has the Tanimu Turaki-led faction and the Nyesom Wike-backed Abdulrahman Mohammed faction. Some of those who accompanied Turaki are members […]
The Ogun State Government has suspended the ongoing procedure to select a new Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, effectively annulling the process that had already begun within the Fusengbuwa Ruling House. The development was confirmed by the Vice Chairman of the Fusengbuwa Ruling House, Prof. Fassy Yusuf, during a telephone interview. He disclosed that […]
Four members of the House of Representatives from Rivers State have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress, further deepening the realignment of political forces in the state. The lawmakers who switched allegiance are Manuchim Umezuruike of Port Harcourt I Federal Constituency, Boniface Emerengwa representing Ikwerre/Emuoha Federal Constituency, Awake-Inombek Abiante of […]
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio has expressed deep concern over what he termed a deliberate and well-coordinated wave of insecurity afflicting Nigeria, accusing shadowy forces of intentionally destabilising the nation through acts of terrorism, banditry and insurgency. Akpabio made the remarks on Thursday during the 14th National Caucus meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the 36 state governors to comply fully with the Supreme Court judgment on local government autonomy by ensuring the direct release of statutory allocations to local councils. The President gave the directive on Tuesday while speaking at the 14th National Caucus meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) […]
Nigeria is facing fresh challenges in the global oil market as about 20 million barrels of its crude oil scheduled for December and January loading remain unsold, traders have disclosed. According to market sources quoted by Reuters, the unsold volumes highlight growing difficulties for West African crude producers, including Nigeria and Angola, as they […]
Nigeria is facing fresh challenges in the global oil market as about 20 million barrels of its crude oil scheduled for December and January loading remain unsold, traders have disclosed. According to market sources quoted by Reuters, the unsold volumes highlight growing difficulties for West African crude producers, including Nigeria and Angola, as they […]
A Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) identified as Isah Abdullahi, also known as Kunkuri, has been confirmed dead amid an ongoing investigation into the alleged diversion of arms and ammunition to bandits in Niger State. The senior police officer, who was until his death in charge of the Mopol 12 armoury located within the B […]
Suspected armed assailants have kidnapped the newly elected Vice Chairman of Biu Local Government Area in Borno State, Alhaji Saidu, alongside two councillors from the council. The councillors, who represent Zarawuyaku and Miringa wards, were reportedly seized on Wednesday evening while travelling on the Biu–Maiduguri road. The abduction occurred along the stretch between Kamuya village […]
Halima Buhari, daughter of former President Muhammadu Buhari, has shed light on the private reflections of her late father, stating that he was conscious of the widespread criticism and dissatisfaction expressed by many Nigerians over his time in office. She made the remarks on Wednesday, December 17, at the public unveiling of a book written […]
