ADELEKE SUES EFCC, FIRST BANK OVER OSUN ACCOUNT FREEZE
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has filed a ₦2 billion lawsuit against the EFCC and First Bank over the restriction placed on the state’s statutory allocation account. OSOGBO — Osun…
EFCC Freezes Osun Government Account 10 Days Before Governorship Election
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly frozen an Osun State Government account domiciled with First Bank, just days before the state’s governorship election. The development comes amid…
‘We Didn’t Visit Tinubu to Convert Him to Catholic Church’ — Onaiyekan Replies Presidency
Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja, John Cardinal Onaiyekan, has said the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) did not visit President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to convert him to the Catholic faith.…
‘Osun Will Not Accept Any Rigging’ — Adeleke Warns Ahead of August 15 Governorship Election
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has warned against any attempt to rig the state’s August 15, 2026 governorship election, declaring that the state will not accept electoral manipulation. Adeleke, who…
Goodluck Jonathan Meets Tinubu in Closed-Door Meeting at Aso Rock
Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Sunday met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, with details of their discussions remaining private. Jonathan’s visit to the Aso…
Bwala Takes Aim at Onaiyekan: ‘You’re Speaking for Catholics, Not Christians’
Presidential aide Daniel Bwala has launched a fresh attack on Cardinal John Onaiyekan, accusing the cleric of expressing a Catholic position rather than speaking for Nigeria’s wider Christian community. A…
Onaiyekan Blows Open Tinubu-Bishops Clash: ‘We Said Nigeria Is Bleeding, He Said Economy Is Fine’
Archbishop John Onaiyekan has revealed details of a tense meeting between President Bola Tinubu and Catholic bishops, saying the President rejected their assessment of Nigeria’s economic hardship, insecurity and political…
Umahi Takes 2027 Battle to South-East, Urges Voters to Reject Peter Obi for Tinubu
Minister of Works David Umahi has intensified the 2027 political battle in the South-East, urging voters in the region to reject former Anambra State governor Peter Obi and back President…
Kenneth Okonkwo Tears Into Peter Obi, Brands Former Ally ‘Classless’ and ‘Unfit’ for Nigeria’s Presidency
Former Labour Party presidential campaign spokesman and African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo has launched one of his strongest attacks yet on Peter Obi, describing the former Anambra State…
Keyamo Declares 2027 Election ‘Already Won,’ Says Atiku, Obi and Rivals Stand No Chance Against Tinubu
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo has expressed confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will secure re-election in 2027, describing the next presidential contest as a “coronation exercise”…
Publish Chassis Numbers, Suppliers of ₦15.13bn SUVs or Admit Nigerians Were Defrauded — Atiku Dares Tinubu
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to publicly disclose the chassis numbers, suppliers, contract documents and delivery records for the 39 Sport Utility Vehicles…
‘You’d Be Rotting in Jail if You Were Chinese’ — Presidency Blasts Atiku Over Petitions to Trump
The Presidency has accused former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of attempting to internationalise domestic politics after reports that a U.S.-based lobbying firm acting on his behalf submitted documents relating to…
ADC, APM Dismiss Trump’s Letter to Tinubu as Political Endorsement, Fault Presidency’s Interpretation
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Allied People’s Movement (APM) have rejected the Presidency’s portrayal of a letter from U.S. President Donald Trump to President Bola Tinubu as an…
‘Stop Deceiving Nigerians, Publish Trump’s Letter to Tinubu’ — Timi Frank Challenges Presidency
Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank, has challenged the Presidency to release the full version of the letter reportedly sent by U.S. President…
Trump’s Letter Shows Tinubu’s Security Efforts Are Gaining Global Recognition — Presidency
The Presidency says a letter from U.S. President Donald Trump commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s efforts against terrorism demonstrates growing international recognition of Nigeria’s security gains and strengthening bilateral relations…
US Lobby Firm Questions Authenticity of Trump’s Letter to Tinubu, Says Nigerians Should Not Be Misled
A Washington-based lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York (VBMY), has questioned the authenticity of the version of a letter purportedly sent by U.S. President Donald Trump to President Bola Tinubu, saying the…
2027: Five South-East Governors Have Agreed to Back Tinubu’s Re-Election, Says Uzodimma
Imo State Governor and Chairman of the South-East Governors’ Forum, Hope Uzodimma, says the governors of the region have resolved to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027,…
PFIPC Probe: Reps Summon NSA, Foreign Affairs Minister Over Alleged ‘Fake’ Presidential Council
The House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee investigating the alleged establishment of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) without legal backing has summoned the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu,…
Fayose’s Old ‘I’d Rather Stay at Home Than Work for APC’ Remark Resurfaces After Tinubu Appoints Him REA Chairman
A 2023 statement by former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose rejecting the idea of serving under an APC-led administration has resurfaced following his appointment as Chairman of the Rural Electrification…
2027: US More Concerned About Another Muslim-Muslim Ticket Than Previous Allegations Against Me — Kwankwaso
NDC vice-presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso says the United States is now more focused on the prospect of another Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket in Nigeria than on previous allegations raised against him,…
2027: Kwankwaso Says Obi Administration Would Talk to Terrorists, Other Criminals to End Insecurity
NDC vice-presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso says a Peter Obi-led administration would combine dialogue with stronger security operations and intelligence gathering to tackle Nigeria’s security challenges. The vice-presidential candidate of the…
Tinubu Appoints Fayose as REA Chairman, Names 25 Others to Federal Boards, Commissions
President Bola Tinubu approves 26 appointments across 10 federal agencies and commissions, with former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose emerging as Chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency board. President Bola…
APC Chieftain Says Christians Are Now More Comfortable With Tinubu’s Muslim-Muslim Ticket
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Farouk Aliyu, has claimed that many Nigerian Christians who initially opposed President Bola Tinubu’s Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket have become more accepting of…
Dickson Says APC Faces Defeat in Free and Fair 2027 Election, Defends NDC
NDC National Leader Seriake Dickson says the APC would face defeat in a credible 2027 election, while insisting the party will challenge attempts to nullify its registration and remain on…
NDC Alleges INEC Denied Access Code for Candidate Upload Ahead of 2027 Polls
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) says the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has yet to provide the access code required to upload its candidates’ details to the commission’s nomination portal,…
NDC Hit by Fresh Bayelsa Defections as Assembly Candidate, Vice Chairman Join APC
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has suffered a fresh wave of defections in Bayelsa State, with a House of Assembly candidate, a local government vice chairman and several other members…
Peter Obi Challenges Tinubu, Other 2027 Presidential Hopefuls to Public Debate
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi has called for a public debate among all presidential candidates ahead of the 2027 general election, saying Nigerians deserve to hear their…
Okpebholo Says Edo’s Development Will Deliver 2.5 Million Votes for Tinubu in 2027
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo says the 2.5 million votes he pledged for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election will be earned through developmental projects across the state.…
Atiku Returns to Nigeria After Overseas Business Trip
African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has returned to Nigeria following a business trip abroad, with his arrival confirmed shortly after landing. The presidential candidate of the African…
National Assembly Emerges Nigeria’s Least Trusted Public Institution, Overtakes Police — 2026 Report
A new 2026 Social Cohesion Report by the Africa Polling Institute (API) says the National Assembly has become Nigeria’s least trusted public institution, replacing the Nigeria Police Force at the…
Atiku Accuses Tinubu of Plotting NDC Deregistration, Alleges Bid to Create One-Party State
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar says the attempt to deregister the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) through the courts reflects what he describes as an effort by President Bola Tinubu’s administration…
APC Chieftain Joe Igbokwe Defends Remi Tinubu, Condemns Backlash Over ‘Akara, Kuli Kuli’ Advice
APC chieftain Joe Igbokwe says First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s advice encouraging Nigerians to embrace small businesses has been unfairly turned into a subject of abuse on social media. A chieftain…
INEC Breaks Silence on NDC Court Ruling, Awaits Certified Judgment Before Taking Action
The Independent National Electoral Commission says it will not take a position on the Federal High Court judgment concerning the Nigeria Democratic Congress until it receives and reviews the Certified…
Dickson Rejects Court Ruling on NDC Registration, Vows Legal Battle Against ‘Illegal’ Order
Senator Seriake Dickson has described the Federal High Court ruling setting aside the judgment compelling INEC to register the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as legally flawed and says the party…
NDC Registration: PMP Says Court Action Followed Discovery of Logo Ownership Dispute
The Peace Movement Party says it approached the court after discovering that the NDC’s registration process relied on a logo it had previously submitted to INEC. Counsel to the Peace…
NDC Rejects Court Judgment Nullifying Party Registration, Heads to Appeal
The Nigeria Democratic Congress says it will challenge a Federal High Court ruling that set aside the judgment directing INEC to register the party. The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has…
Presidency Faults Peter Obi Over Call to Delay State Police Until After 2027 Election
The Presidency has criticised Peter Obi’s proposal that the implementation of state police be postponed until after the 2027 general election, describing the position as inconsistent with Nigeria’s security realities.…
Obasanjo Meets Kwankwaso in Kano as Political Consultations Gather Pace
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo paid a courtesy visit to Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso in Kano, where the two leaders held a private meeting amid ongoing political realignments ahead of the 2027…
Tinubu Sends Bill for Creation of State Police to Senate
President Tinubu has transmitted a constitutional amendment bill seeking the establishment of state police across Nigeria. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally transmitted a Constitution Alteration Bill to the Senate…
Kebbi Senator Garba Maidoki Defects from APC to ADC
Senator Garba Musa Maidoki cites internal party disputes as reason for leaving the ruling APC. Senator Garba Musa Maidoki, who represents Kebbi South, has defected from the All Progressives Congress…
“There Is No Vacancy in Aso Rock” — Okpebholo Alleges Insecurity Being Sponsored to Distract Tinubu
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo says some individuals are allegedly sponsoring insecurity to distract President Bola Tinubu. Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has alleged that certain individuals are sponsoring insecurity…
Reps Tell Service Chiefs to Resign if Insecurity Persists Across Nigeria
The House of Representatives says Nigeria’s security leadership should step aside if the worsening insecurity situation continues within a defined timeframe. The House of Representatives has called on Nigeria’s service…
INEC Raises Concern Over Court Judgments Ahead of 2027 Elections
The electoral commission says ongoing legal disputes affecting parts of its election timetable could disrupt preparations for the 2027 general elections. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has expressed concern…
“Beware Of Obi, His Supporters” — Abure Warns Dickson Over Alliance
Labour Party factional chairman Julius Abure says NDC should learn from the internal crisis that followed the 2023 elections. Factional National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Julius Abure, has…
NDC Leadership Crisis Deepens in Kano Amid Accusations of Power Struggle
Senior party figures raise concerns over alleged attempts to dominate party structure. The leadership crisis within the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State has deepened following fresh allegations from…
Kano NDC Crisis Deepens as Kwankwaso Faces Accusations of Party Structure Takeover
Party leaders allege internal control struggle as tensions escalate within the Nigeria Democratic Congress in Kano. A fresh crisis has emerged within the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State,…
Peter Obi Condemns Ethnic Profiling, Says He Understands Pain Faced by Ordinary Fulani People
Former presidential candidate says criminality should never be linked to ethnicity, religion, or tribe. Peter Obi has spoken against ethnic profiling in Nigeria, saying he understands the challenges faced by…
Joe Igbokwe Reacts After Tension At Ladipo Market, Denies Being Beaten
The APC chieftain said traders at the market tried to provoke him during a visit to buy spare parts for his vehicle. APC chieftain Joe Igbokwe has denied reports claiming…
“Tinubu Rebuilding Nigeria Through Massive Infrastructure Push” — Wike
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says President Bola Tinubu’s administration is driving visible transformation across Nigeria through infrastructure development. Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said President Bola…
‘Nigeria Needs a Saviour, Not Zoning’ — Hakeem Baba-Ahmed
PRP says competence should outweigh regional considerations in the choice of a presidential candidate. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed has said the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) is not focused on zoning arrangements as…