The Okuokpellagbe II of Okpella, His Royal Highness, Engr. Lukman Akemokue has congratulated Edo State Governor, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo on his swearing-in as the sixth democratically elected governor of the state In a statement, the Okpella King says he is filled with hope and expectation as the governor embarks on this noble journey, […]
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NNPP Condemns Kwankwaso’s Visit to Governor Otti Amid Growing Internal Tensions
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has criticized former presidential candidate Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s recent visit to Abia State Governor Alex Otti, labeling it a “deceptive ploy” tied to a court ruling affecting the party’s leadership. During an emergency meeting in Lagos, the NNPP’s National Working Committee (NWC) condemned the November 9 visit and stressed […]
Tinubu’s Political Path Stands Apart from Past Nigerian Leaders, Says Sule Lamido
Former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido has observed that President Bola Tinubu’s rise to power is distinct from that of his predecessors, including figures like Yakubu Gowon, Murtala Muhammed, Olusegun Obasanjo, and Muhammadu Buhari, who each gained support from influential institutions. In a recent interview, Lamido remarked that these leaders, unlike Tinubu, relied on the […]
APC Claims All 18 Local Government Chairmanship Seats in Cross River Elections
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has secured all 18 chairmanship positions in Cross River State’s local government elections, held on November 2. The results were officially announced on Sunday by Dr. Ekong Boco, Chairman of the Cross River State Independent Electoral Commission (CROSIEC), at the commission’s Calabar headquarters. The APC swept key councils, including Abi, […]
Ondo Governorship Debate Heats Up as Candidates Dispute Security Vote Transparency
In a lively pre-election debate, Ondo State’s Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa (APC) and his main challenger, Agboola Ajayi (PDP), clashed over the transparency and allocation of the governor’s monthly security vote. Hosted by Channels Television, the debate offered each candidate a platform to outline their policies ahead of the upcoming November 16 election. Ajayi accused Aiyedatiwa […]
Umahi Warns of Structural Risk on Lagos Bridges, Urges Immediate Attention
David Umahi, Nigeria’s Minister of Works, has raised an urgent warning regarding the structural safety of major Lagos bridges, including the Third Mainland, Carter, and Marina bridges. He expressed concerns that, due to damage from carbonization and chlorination affecting the bridges’ pile caps, these structures may deteriorate severely if not swiftly addressed. Umahi explained that […]
Rivers Crisis: South-South Leader Calls for Peace Between Governor Fubara and Minister Wike
Elder Joseph Ambakederimo, the convener of the South-South Reawakening Group, has urged an immediate resolution to the ongoing political standoff in Rivers State between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike. Ambakederimo expressed concern over the prolonged tension, warning of potential negative impacts on governance and project continuity within the […]
APC Leader Dismisses Claims of Northern Opposition to Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection Over Tax Reform Bill
Oladele Oyelude, the Director-General of Tinubu-Shettima Ambassadors and an APC chieftain in Osun State, has dismissed concerns that the North will oppose President Bola Tinubu’s reelection in 2027 due to his proposed tax reform bill. Speaking to journalists in Osogbo, Oyelude encouraged critics to engage their National Assembly representatives to address any issues with the […]
Makinde Addresses 2027 Presidential Speculations Amid Inauguration of New PDP Secretariat
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has responded to speculation regarding a potential presidential bid in 2027, asserting that he alone will determine his political path. Makinde’s comments came during the inauguration of the newly built Olusoji Adagunodo Southwest Zonal Secretariat, dedicated to the late PDP leader. At the event, which saw the presence of PDP […]
Rivers State Government Debunks Claims of Governor Fubara Shutting Down NNPCL and Oil Companies
The Rivers State government has dismissed as false the circulating claims that Governor Siminalayi Fubara has ordered the shutdown of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and other oil companies operating in the state. This clarification follows a social media report alleging that Fubara had issued such a directive. In a statement issued by […]