Sowore Criticises Fuel Subsidy Removal, Says Policy Worsened Hardship
Activist Omoyele Sowore has criticised the Federal Government’s removal of fuel subsidy, arguing that the policy has worsened economic hardship for ordinary Nigerians rather than improving their living conditions. Speaking on Thursday during an interview on Frontline, a current affairs programme on Eagle 102.5 FM in Ilese Ijebu, monitored in Abeokuta, Sowore said the policy […]
PDP Chieftain Says Obi Inspires Hope in Private Talks
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Dan Ulasi, has said Nigerians would feel more optimistic about the country if they had the opportunity to hear former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi speak in private settings. Ulasi made the remarks during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday, where he described Obi as a leader […]
Adelabu Resigns as Power Minister to Pursue Oyo Governorship Bid
Adebayo Adelabu has resigned as Nigeria’s Minister of Power to pursue his governorship ambition in Oyo State ahead of the 2027 elections, becoming the third member of President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet to exit within 48 hours. In a resignation letter dated April 22, 2026, Adelabu said his decision would take effect on April 30 to […]
Senate Urges Suspension of Politics Over Rising Insecurity
The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday urged the Federal Government to consider emergency measures, including the possible suspension of political activities in several frontline states, amid escalating insecurity across parts of the country. The call followed a point of order raised during plenary by Abdul Ningi, who warned that continued insurgent attacks required urgent and decisive […]
: PDP Chieftain Warns Wike Weakens Party’s 2027 Chances
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dan Ulasi, has warned that the party may struggle to unseat Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election if Nyesom Wike continues to serve as its national leader while supporting the president. Ulasi, speaking during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday, said the situation reflected contradictions […]
Iyabo Obasanjo Urges Inclusiveness in Ogun APC Consensus Process
Iyabo Obasanjo, a former governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State, has called on party leaders to ensure inclusiveness in the adoption of a consensus candidate ahead of the 2027 governorship election. In a statement on Thursday, Obasanjo said she had consistently supported the use of consensus during […]
Presidency Breaks Silence On Wale Edun, Dangiwa’s Removal As Ministers
The presidency says Wale Edun, the immediate former minister of finance, and Musa Dangiwa, former minister of housing, resigned from their positions as members of the federal executive council (FEC). In a statement on Wednesday, Bayo Onanuga, presidential spokesperson, said Edun resigned due to recent ill health, while Dangiwa also resigned and thanked President Bola […]
Reps Urge FG to Stabilise Falling Farm Produce Prices
The House of Representatives on Wednesday called on the Federal Government to urgently introduce policies to stabilise farm produce prices amid growing concerns over mounting losses by farmers across the country. The resolution followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Bamidele Salam, who represents Ede North/Ede South/Egbedore/Ejigbo Federal Constituency of Osun State, during plenary. […]
Jubilation Greets Garo’s Nomination as Kano Deputy Governor
Residents of Kano State took to the streets on Wednesday to celebrate the nomination of Murtala Sule Garo as deputy governor by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. The celebrations began shortly after the announcement was made in a statement issued by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, with supporters gathering across parts of Kano metropolis […]
Court Strikes Out Contempt Case Against INEC Chairman
The Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out a contempt charge seeking to commit the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, to prison over alleged disobedience of a court order. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik dismissed the application on Tuesday after the applicant, Edozie Njoku, failed to diligently prosecute the case […]
