In what is being described as an unprecedented political development ahead of the 2027 general elections, a broad-based national coalition cutting across civil society organisations, professional bodies, labour groups, artisan associations, and other grassroots networks has announced plans to formally endorse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office. The coalition, spearheaded by […]
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Dogara Celebrates Dangote at 69, Calls Him Africa’s Industrial Trailblazer
Hon. Yakubu Dogara, former Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives and current Chairman of the Credit Guarantee Company Limited (NCGC), has extended warm felicitations to Alhaji Aliko Dangote on his 69th birthday, describing him as a “trailblazer whose vision has reshaped Africa’s industrial landscape.” Dogara praised Dangote’s transformative role in Nigeria’s economy, noting that his […]
Engr. Sule Ahmed Abdul-Aziz Reappointed TCN MD, Earns Nationwide Praise for Power Sector Leadership
The Senior Staff Association of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has hailed the reappointment of Engr. Sule Ahmed Abdul-Aziz as Managing Director by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, emphasizing his transformative impact on Nigeria’s electricity sector and lauding the President for the decision. Mr. Solomon Kigbo, representing the association, said TCN under Engr. Abdul-Aziz has […]
Coalition of Civil Society Groups in Nigeria, 360 other groups hail Jimoh Ibrahim’s appointment as super envoy
***Say appointee a true Nigerian, global citizen fit for the role A coalition of civil society groups in Nigeria, in collaboration with the National Good Governance Advocacy Network (NGGAN) and 360 other organisations, have thrown their weight behind the appointment of Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. The groups made […]
CWAI Commends Federal Fire Service CG Olumode for Strategic Direction, Institutional Reforms
The Citizens Watch Advocacy Initiative (CWAI) has praised the Controller General of the Federal Fire Service (FFS), Olumode Samuel Adeyemi, for his strategic leadership and efforts to consolidate developmental programmes within the agency, describing the result as a viable, accountable, and sustainable institution. In a press release issued from Kaduna, the Director of Media and […]
Dogara Felicitates Christians at Easter, Calls for Reflection on Unity, Renewal, and National Progress
Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, CFR, former Speaker of the House of Representatives and Chairman of the Board of the National Credit Guarantee Company Limited (NCGC), has extended heartfelt Easter greetings to Christians across Nigeria and the world, urging them to embrace the season’s profound lessons of sacrifice, renewal, and unity. Dogara described Easter as the […]
Political Turmoil in Taraba: Allegations of Tribal and Religious Blackmail Rocks Likely Consensus Candidacy
By Daniel Mtindiga, Jalingo Mr. Hamidu Bakoji has leveled serious allegations against the likely consensus candidate for the Ardo-Kola, Karim-Lamido, and Lau Federal Constituency, accusing incumbent lawmaker Honorable Mohammad Audu Lauya of exploiting religious and tribal sentiments to manipulate State and party leadership despite alleged incompetence and poor human relations. Bakoji claims Lauya lacked a […]
Open Letter to His Excellency, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum
Your Excellency, Permit me, sir, to first commend your enormous achievements in restoring Borno State from the devastating effects of insurgency. Through your long-term development plans and committed leadership, you have taken the state to greater heights. As your tenure gradually draws to a close in the coming months, your name has already been firmly […]
Dogara Demands DSS Clampdown on False Facebook Publication Designed to Tarnish His Reputation and Incite Public Disorder
Rt. Honourable Yakubu Dogara, former Speaker of the House of Representatives, has issued a powerful petition to the Department of State Services against Dr. Tsiga, accusing him of fabricating and spreading a malicious statement on Facebook that is capable of igniting hatred, public unrest, and reputational destruction. The petition, prepared by his legal counsel J.J. […]
Court Sacks Sado, Reinstates Akemokue as Okuokpellagbe of Okpella
An Edo State High Court, Agenebode Division sitting in Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government Area, has nullified the removal of Engr. Lukman Akemokue, as the Okuokpellagbe of Okpella and ordered Michael Eshiorenoya Sado to vacate the throne immediately. In a judgment delivered on Thursday, March 26, 2026, by Justice O.A. Otamere in Suit No. HAG/12/2025, […]