The Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Martin Amaewhule, has accused Governor Siminalayi Fubara of unlawfully establishing the Rivers State Investment Promotion Agency. The lawmakers assert that the creation of this new agency is not sanctioned by any existing law. In a statement issued by the media aide to the Speaker, Martins Wachukwu, the […]
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Nenadi Usman Reveals How Labour Party Avoided Deregistration by INEC
Senator Nenadi Usman, Chairman of the Labour Party National Caretaker Committee (LP-NCC), has disclosed how the party narrowly avoided deregistration by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). According to Usman, the Labour Party faced the possibility of being de-registered, a move that was averted through the intervention of party leaders during a crucial September 4 […]
PDP withholds endorsement of Peace Accord for Edo Governorship Election
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declined to sign the peace accord ahead of the Edo State Governorship election set for September 21. The announcement was made by former Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar at the peace accord signing event in Benin. Abubakar revealed that the PDP’s refusal to sign is contingent upon certain conditions […]
Nigeria’s Problem Is APC, Not Peter Obi – Tanko Responds to Morka
Yunusa Tanko, a chieftain of the Labour Party, has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of being responsible for Nigeria’s problems, not Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate. This response follows remarks made by APC spokesperson Felix Morka, who accused Obi of inciting public dissatisfaction with the country. Tanko expressed disbelief at Morka’s […]
Edo Polls: Oshiomhole Can’t Win Without Rigging, Sam Amadi Warns Obaseki
Sam Amadi, Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, has urged Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki to remain vigilant in the upcoming governorship election. Amadi, via his X account, claimed that Adams Oshiomhole, a former Edo governor and current supporter of APC candidate Senator Monday Okpebholo, cannot win the election without rigging. […]
Abure Accused of Misappropriating Campaign Funds by Former Labour Party Treasurer
Oluchi Opara, the former National Treasurer of the Labour Party, has made serious allegations against Julius Abure, the factional chairman of the party. Opara claims that Abure misappropriated campaign funds by transferring money into the accounts of his wife, siblings, staff, and his personal company. Opara, who previously called for transparency regarding the party’s finances, […]
Key Moments from Trump and Harris Debate: Tight Race and Fierce Exchanges
In their first head-to-head debate, former U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris clashed on key issues, reflecting a tight presidential race. Harris holds a narrow lead over Trump in recent polls, with both candidates addressing topics ranging from immigration to the economy, abortion, and foreign policy. Harris focused on defending democracy and […]
Kwankwaso Misquoted, Will Join Efforts to Remove APC in 2027 – Atiku’s Aide
Abdul Rasheeth, Special Adviser to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has clarified recent statements attributed to Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). Kwankwaso was reportedly misquoted during an event in Katsina, where he was said to have claimed he would win the 2027 election and declared the […]
Atiku Criticizes Tinubu’s VAT Hike, Predicts Economic Strain for Nigerians
Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has issued a stern warning regarding President Bola Tinubu’s proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase. Atiku cautioned that this move could have devastating effects on Nigeria’s citizens. The former vice president expressed concern that the government is opting to impose further financial burdens […]
Former APC Leader Criticizes Buhari and Tinubu for Economic Crisis, Calls for Opposition Unity
Salihu Lukman, a former National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has voiced his disapproval of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari and President Bola Tinubu, blaming them for Nigeria’s current economic turmoil. Lukman emphasized the necessity of removing the APC from power in the 2027 elections but argued that the opposition must unite to hold […]