Kebbi Govt Rejects Maidoki’s APC Ticket Claim
The Kebbi State Government has dismissed allegations by Senator Garba Musa Maidoki that he was denied the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket for re-election because of his criticism of insecurity in the state. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Nasir Idris, Ahmed Idris, described the claim as misleading and […]
Edo Targets Tourism Growth Through 72 Heritage Assets
The Edo State Government says it is set to harness its 72 identified tourism assets to boost the hospitality industry, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth across the state. Director-General of the Edo State Tourism Agency, Mrs. Vivian Elabor, disclosed this on Wednesday in Benin while briefing journalists ahead of the inaugural Edo Tourism Summit […]
Senate passes State Police Bill, ends centralized policing after decades
…..To create State Services with Federal safeguards …..Govs, Gbajabiamila, others witness proceeding The Senate on Wednesday passed a constitutional amendment bill to establish State Police nationwide, marking Nigeria’s most significant shift in security architecture since the 1999 Constitution. The legislation, titled “A Bill for an Act to Alter the Constitution of the Federal Republic of […]
Starmer Resigns as UK Prime Minister, Labour Leader
United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as both Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party, citing the need to put the country’s interests first amid growing political pressure. Speaking outside 10 Downing Street on Monday, Starmer said every decision he made while in office was guided by what he believed […]
APC Hails Ekiti Victory, Sees Endorsement of Reforms
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has described Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s victory in the Ekiti State governorship election and the party’s strong showing in recent bye-elections as a vote of confidence in the APC and President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser, Abimbola Tooki, […]
Peter Obi Calls for Transparent Borrowing Practices
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has urged Nigeria to adopt a more transparent and accountable approach to public borrowing, citing South Africa’s recent $1 billion loan arrangement as a model. In a statement shared on his verified X account on Thursday, Obi said borrowing is not inherently harmful, provided […]
Police, INEC Assure Security Ahead of Ekiti Poll
The Nigeria Police Force and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have assured residents of Ekiti State of adequate security for election materials, personnel and voters ahead of Saturday’s governorship election. The assurance came as the distribution of sensitive and non-sensitive election materials commenced across the state’s 16 local government areas. Speaking during the exercise […]
Working With Me Is So Demanding Says Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has described himself as a demanding administrator, saying contractors and government officials working with him must demonstrate the capacity to deliver projects on schedule. Wike made the remarks on Wednesday during the inauguration of the Federal High Court Judges’ Quarters in the Katampe area of Abuja, […]
Baba-Ahmed Criticises Judges’ Housing Project
National Chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has criticized the Federal Government’s construction of residential quarters for Court of Appeal judges, describing the initiative as a form of inducement. Speaking during an interview on Trust TV on Wednesday, Baba-Ahmed reacted to the recent commissioning of a 10-unit Court of Appeal Judges’ Quarters […]
Adebayo Alleges Politicians Benefit From Banditry
Social Democratic Party (SDP) presidential candidate, Adewole Adebayo, has accused some Nigerian political leaders of benefiting from banditry and using criminal elements to influence election outcomes. Speaking during an interview on Politics Hub, a programme aired by Vanguard, Adebayo expressed concern over the persistent insecurity across the country, particularly the activities of bandits and terrorists. […]
