As the countdown to the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary in Ekiti State reaches 18 days, supporters of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO) have intensified calls for his re-election, citing what they describe as “unprecedented achievements” across sectors.   According to the group, Oyebanji’s administration has demonstrated visible commitment to infrastructure, agriculture, education, […]

  The House of Representatives has dismissed recent remarks by United States Senator Ted Cruz alleging the existence of a Christian genocide in Nigeria, describing such claims as false, misleading, and damaging to the country’s image.   Reacting to the comments, the House Leader, Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, said the statement was part of a broader […]

  The House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee investigating illegal mining activities in the country has pledged to intensify efforts to end the menace, which reportedly costs Nigeria an estimated $9 billion annually in lost revenue.   Chairman of the committee, during a session at the National Assembly, expressed concern over the alarming rate of […]

  The Senate chamber witnessed a moment of political drama on Wednesday following the defection of Senator Kelvin Chukwu from the Labour Party (LP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).   Chukwu, who represents Enugu East Senatorial District, announced his decision during plenary, citing unresolved internal crises and factional disputes within the Labour Party […]

  The Nigerian Army has deployed a full brigade, along with heavy military equipment, to various parts of Kwara South Senatorial District in a major operation aimed at flushing out kidnappers and restoring peace in the region.   Troops have begun patrolling and combing through communities in Oke Ode and Babanla, both located in Ifelodun […]

  Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has emphasized the urgent need to establish a multi-level policing system in Nigeria, describing it as a critical step toward addressing the nation’s deepening security challenges.   Abbas made the call on Wednesday during a public hearing on the Private Intelligence and Investigation Council Bill, […]