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 […]
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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 […]
Wike’s Ally Fires Back at Edwin Clark, Dismisses Arrest Calls
Chidi Lloyd, a close ally of Nyesom Wike and former chairman of Emohua Local Government Area, has strongly criticized Ijaw leader Edwin Clark for his recent demand to arrest Wike. Clark had urged the Inspector-General of Police to act after Wike’s comments warning PDP governors against interfering in Rivers State affairs. In a scathing response, […]
Labour Party Crisis Fueled by Obi, Otti, and Datti – Abure-Led Faction Claims
The Labour Party, under the leadership of Julius Abure, has accused Peter Obi, Governor Alex Otti, and Datti Baba-Ahmed of contributing to the ongoing crisis within the party. According to the Deputy National Chairman, Ayo Olorunfemi, these figures, along with Nenadi Usman, have disrupted the party’s unity. In an interview, Olorunfemi criticized the stakeholders’ meeting […]
House of Representatives Urges Government to Reverse Fuel Price Hike
Lawmakers Appeal for Fuel Price Reduction The House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Upstream) has urged the Federal Government and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPCL) to reconsider the recent fuel price hike. In a statement from Abuja, committee Chairman Alhassan Ado-Doguwa described the price increase as unacceptable and harmful to Nigerians. Doguwa […]
National Assembly’s First Year Marked by Slow Progress and Recycling of Proposals – OrderPaper Report
A performance report by OrderPaper, a parliamentary monitoring organization, has highlighted significant issues with the progress of the 10th National Assembly during its first year. Despite a notable increase in the number of bills sponsored, the report reveals slow progress and concerns about legislative practices. Key Findings from the Report: Epia stated that while there […]
Reps Minority Caucus Condemns Petrol Price Hike, Demands Immediate Reversal
The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has strongly condemned the recent increase in petrol prices announced by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). In a statement issued by Rep. Kingsley Chinda, the caucus criticized the decision as “ill-timed” and “grossly insensitive,” given the current economic hardships faced by Nigerians. Key Points from the […]
INEC Shuts Down Media Accreditation for Edo Governorship Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially closed the media accreditation portal for the forthcoming Edo State governorship election, set for September 21, 2024. The portal will shut down at midnight tonight, with no extensions granted. Sam Olumekun, INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, emphasized the importance of […]
Kenneth Okonkwo: Atiku, Obi, and Tinubu Should Step Aside for 2027 Election
Kenneth Okonkwo, the former spokesman for the Labour Party’s presidential campaign council, has called for Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and President Bola Tinubu to step aside from the 2027 election, asserting that none of them are fit to run. According to Okonkwo, all three political figures have failed Nigerians. Speaking during an interview on Arise […]