Tinubu Declares Re-election Bid, Dismisses Opposition Pressure
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has reaffirmed his intention to seek a second term in office, dismissing what he described as coordinated efforts by political opponents to force him out of power. In a strongly worded statement, the president portrayed himself as resolute despite mounting criticism and alleged political manoeuvring against his administration. “They tried to […]
Senate Orders Probe into Fresh Bandit Attacks in Adamawa, Demands Relief for Victims
The Nigerian Senate has ordered an investigation into renewed attacks by suspected bandits in Lamurde Local Government Area of Adamawa State, following reports of violence that displaced several residents. The upper chamber also directed the immediate provision of relief materials to affected communities, including Kwa, Gyakan, Rigange, Waduku and Tchobo, where gunmen reportedly carried out […]
Abiodun Claims Role in Daniel’s Rise, Signals 2027 Senate Bid
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has said he played a decisive role in the political successes of former governor, Gbenga Daniel, including his 2003 gubernatorial victory and emergence as senator for Ogun East in 2023. Speaking at an All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders’ meeting held at his Iperu-Remo residence on Tuesday night, Abiodun stated that […]
Senate Confirms Yuguda as CBN Deputy Governor
The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday confirmed Lamido Abubakar Yuguda as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), following a recommendation by its Committee on Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Institutions. The confirmation came after the committee, chaired by Adetokunbo Abiru, presented its report during plenary. Abiru said the nominee met all requirements under […]
Plateau Govt Recovers Over 60 Public Assets in Anti-Diversion Crackdown
The Plateau State Government has recovered more than 60 public assets, including buildings, construction equipment, and vehicles, as part of an ongoing effort to reclaim properties allegedly diverted or illegally occupied across the state. The Chairman of the recovery task force, Nash Yakubu, disclosed this while presenting an interim report to the Chief of Staff, […]
Senate Approves $516m Loan for Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway Project
The Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request for a $516 million external loan to finance the construction of key sections of the Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway. The approval was granted during plenary after lawmakers considered a report by the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debts, chaired by Aliyu Wamakko. The report, presented by […]
ADC Raises Alarm Over Supreme Court Delay, Warns of 2027 Election Exclusion
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has formally appealed to the Supreme Court of Nigeria, urging it to urgently deliver judgment in its ongoing leadership dispute, warning that any further delay could jeopardise its participation in the 2027 general elections. In a letter addressed to the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, the party stressed that […]
INEC Credits ICPC, NSCDC for Curbing Vote Buying
The Osun State Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Oluwatoyin Babalola, has credited the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for progress made in tackling vote buying and election-related violence in the state. Babalola made the remarks during courtesy […]
2026 Hajj Inaugural Flight to Depart Ogun May 3
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria has announced that the inaugural flight for the 2026 Hajj will depart on May 3 from Gateway International Airport, Abeokuta, Ogun State, aboard FlyNas. This marks the first time pilgrims from Ogun State will depart directly from the state capital following the completion and use of the new airport. […]
Tinubu Picks APC Nomination Forms for 2027 Re-Election
President Bola Tinubu has formally signaled his intention to seek re-election in 2027 after the purchase of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Expression of Interest and Nomination forms on his behalf. The forms were obtained on Tuesday in Abuja by the lawmaker representing Ikeja Federal Constituency, James Faleke, during the official commencement of the APC […]
