The planned unveiling of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a unified opposition platform has hit a snag after the event venue cancelled its booking just hours before the scheduled event. The Wells Carlton Hotel and Apartments in Abuja cited an “internal compliance matter” as the reason for the cancellation. The event was expected to […]
Human rights activist and former Senator, Shehu Sani, has weighed in on the public debate surrounding Nigeria’s recent decision to offer scholarships to students from St. Lucia, urging citizens to adopt a broader and more compassionate perspective on international aid and diplomacy. In a post shared via his verified X account (formerly Twitter), the outspoken […]
Former Abia State Governor and senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has said that President Bola Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar remain good friends despite their public political rivalry, suggesting that both men may even be meeting privately at night. Speaking during a recent interview on Channels Television, Kalu dismissed the idea […]
Political commentator and former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has weighed in on the state of Nigeria’s political alliances ahead of the 2027 elections, asserting that the much-touted opposition coalition is faltering as more governors align with President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Omokri, in a post shared on social media, dismissed claims of a growing opposition […]
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has called on the Nigerian military to incorporate clean energy into its logistics operations and support the development of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) infrastructure across the country. Speaking at a defence sector meeting in Abuja, Matawalle emphasized the urgent need for the armed forces to align […]
Former presidential spokesperson, Garba Shehu has announced the upcoming launch of his new book titled According to the President: Lessons from a Presidential Spokesman’s Experience, scheduled for release on July 9, 2025. The book captures Shehu’s experience during his eight-year tenure as Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to former President Muhammadu Buhari. Speaking […]
ABUJA, FCT JULY 2, 2025 PRESS STATEMENT The All Progressives Congress (APC) warmly felicitates with the National Secretary of our great Party, Senator Surajudeen Ajibola Basiru, PhD, on the joyous occasion of his 53rd birthday anniversary. A legal luminary, astute administrator, author, legislator and accomplished politician, Senator Basiru continues to distinguish himself in public service. […]
A dramatic incident unfolded at a First City Monument Bank (FCMB) branch in Lagos, Nigeria, where a young man was caught hiding in the bank’s ceiling. The suspect allegedly entered the bank during business hours, locked himself in the restroom, and climbed into the ceiling, where he remained hidden until the next morning. […]
Popular Nigerian music icon, Innocent Idibia, widely known as 2Baba, has issued a public apology to his wife, Natasha, his children, and his fans following widespread backlash over a controversial statement he made about male sexuality. The veteran singer had caused a stir during a recent appearance on a podcast, where he claimed that men […]
Former Senate President David Mark has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and officially joined a new opposition coalition seeking to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. His resignation marks the end of a decades-long relationship with the PDP and signals a major shift in Nigeria’s opposition […]
