Latest in
By Austine Agbo Emmanuel, Kaduna Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, has lost his mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, who died on Friday, family sources said. Her death comes days after the former governor’s sister-in-law, Safiya Ali Rufai, died on March 20, 2026, following a brief illness, marking a second bereavement for the family within ...
By Ejire Folakunmi Vice President Kashim Shettima has charged members of the National Council on Skills (NCS), comprising federal ministries, state governments, and the private sector, to ensure that Made-in-Nigeria products and services remain synonymous with world-class standards. He urged the council to leverage the restless, inventive spirit of the Nigerian people, evident across streets, ...
By Imisioluwa Afunmiso The African Democratic Congress (ADC) says the party is devoted to striking a balance between rich and poor citizens of Nigeria. The party's spokesman, Bolaji Abdullahi, has criticised the administration of Pres. Bola Tinubu, saying government policies have worsened economic hardship and weakened national security since 2023. Speaking during an interview, Abdullahi ...
By Imisioluwa Afunmiso Former Senate President and ex-Kwara Gov. Bukola Saraki has reiterated the need for unity within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), confirming he will not contest the party's presidential ticket in the 2027 general elections. Speaking during an interview, Saraki said his focus has been on maintaining party cohesion and keeping the PDP ...
By Seyifunmi Azeez The Forum of Female Deputy Governors in Nigeria has urged the All Progressives Congress (APC) to adopt bold affirmative action measures to increase women’s participation in elective and appointive offices ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a strongly worded letter dated March 27 and addressed to Professor Nentawe Yilwatda at the ...
By Bode Akinbode, Ibadan The Oyo State House of Assembly (OYHA) has assured that the proposed Social Protection Bill will receive accelerated consideration once it is formally drafted and submitted by the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning. The assurance was given by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, during an interactive session with lawmakers ...
By Seyifunmi Azeez Workers in Abuja on Friday were forced to walk through bush paths and makeshift routes after road closures and security checks disrupted movement ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) national convention. The Federal Government ordered the closure of access roads around the Federal Secretariat Complex and Eagle Square for the duration ...
By Ejire Folakunmi Gombe State Gov. Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has reiterated his resolve to strengthen democratic governance by responding to the aspirations of the people, pledging support for the quest by Yamaltu/Deba stakeholders to produce the next senator for Gombe Central in 2027. The governor stated this while receiving a delegation from Yamaltu/Deba Local ...
By Imisioluwa AfunmisoThe African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced an expansion of elective positions for its forthcoming state congresses, expanding the list of elective positions to accommodate more candidates.In a public notice addendum signed by the National Organising Secretary, Chinedu Idigo, and the National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party introduced additional state-level roles.According to ...
By Ejire Folakunmi Farmer Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago was among Muslim faithful who attended the funeral of the late Hajiya Fatima Hamidu Jantabo, elder sister to the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mu’azu Hamidu Jantabo. The deceased was also a relative of the Farmer Governor, Hanafi Hamidu Jantabo. The funeral prayer, held at ...
By Ejire Folakunmi Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has called on emerging leaders to embrace value-driven leadership, drawing inspiration from the life of the Oluabo of Ilu-Abo, Oba Olu Falae. The governor made the call at the launch of the monarch’s autobiography, “The Triumph of Grace,” held at the Nigerian Institute of International ...
By Ismail Azeez Former Kaduna Central senator Shehu Sani has revisited his imprisonment during the military regime of the late Head of State, General Sani Abacha, recounting the circumstances that led to his detention at Kirikiri Maximum Security Prison and warning Nigerians on the importance of basic legal awareness. Sani in a post on his ...
By Matthew Dennis Ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Thursday defended its zoning arrangement ahead of its national convention, rejecting complaints from aspirants who said they were excluded after purchasing nomination forms. Bello Masari, chairman of the party’s Convention Central Working Committee, said the zoning system was based on the federal character principle and aimed ...
By Imisioluwa Afunmiso The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has raised concerns over emerging threats to Nigeria’s electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections, emphasising that credible polls cannot be achieved without strong national security. Addressing the 2nd Annual Lecture of the Alumni Association of the National Institute for Security Studies (AANISS), INEC Chairman, ...
By Bode Akinbode A directive by the Oyo State Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters ordering the immediate coronation of selected Ibadan high chiefs has placed Senator Sarafadeen Alli on course to assume a traditional title that could end his participation in partisan politics ahead of the 2027 elections. In a letter dated March ...
By Seyifunmi Azeez President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that peace and security in Nigeria are not the sole responsibility of government, calling on traditional rulers to play a stronger role in promoting stability and unity across communities. Tinubu made the remarks in Lagos at the launch of the autobiography of Samuel Oluyemisi Olu Falae. ...
Say move aimed at discouraging contenders By Seyifunmi Azeez Prominent political stakeholders in Ogun State have dismissed reports alleging that chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to adopt consensus governorship aspirants for South-West states, describing the claims as unfounded and misleading. The report had named Lagos State Deputy ...
Surveyors in Lagos State have been urged to actively participate in politics and governance as a means of promoting value-driven leadership and national development. The Guest Speaker, Mr. Adewusi Ademola, stated this at the 2026 Annual General Meeting and Luncheon of the Association of Private Practising Surveyors of Nigeria (APPSN), Lagos State Branch, themed: “Politics ...
by Imisioluwa Afunmiso Nigerian politician and human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has again criticised state governors, claiming they lack legitimacy and contribute to poor governance. In a post shared in the early hours of Thursday on X, formerly known as Twitter, Sowore accused the governors of “holding Nigeria back,” questioning the legitimacy of their mandates. ...
By Ismail Azeez The Orangun of Oke-Ila in Osun State, Oba Adedokun Abolarin, has urged politicians, public office holders and community stakeholders to shun corruption and prioritise grassroots development for the benefit of future generations. The monarch made the call on Wednesday during the launch of Community Development Plans covering six local government areas across ...
By Bode Akinbode The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed reports that the party has pocked a consensus candidate to vie for the 2027 gubernatorial elections. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Oyo APC Publicity Secretary Olawale Sadare clarified that the party has no knowledge of any individual’s official ...
By Ismail Azeez Lawmakers in the Osun State House of Assembly have debunked reports alleging that 18 of its members are planning to defect from the Accord Party. Recall that there are media reports suggesting that internal instability and leadership litigation within Accord are forcing lawmakers to reconsider their membership of Accord. The situation was ...
By Denis Matthew The All Progressives Congress (APC) is finalizing preparations for its National Convention, scheduled for March 27 to 28, 2026, with party officials confirming that a consensus method will be used to select national leaders. Mary Ikoku, the Assistant Secretary for Media and Publicity for the convention made this known during a interview ...
