Edo State Election Tensions Escalate: ‘APC and PDP Locked in Battle Over Election Material Inspection’
The rivalry between the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over the September 21 Edo State governorship election has intensified, now centering on the inspection of election materials. Senator Monday Okpebholo of the APC won the election, but the PDP is contesting the results, alleging fraud and securing a court order […]
PDP to Ondo Voters: ‘Change the Narrative’ and End APC’s Hardship in November Gubernatorial Election
Ahead of the November 16 governorship election in Ondo State, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) launched its campaign with a rally in Akure. Hundreds of supporters gathered, as the PDP’s National Chairman, Alhaji Umar Damagun, presented the party’s flag to their candidate, Agboola Ajayi. Damagun called on voters to reject the ruling All Progressives Congress […]
Peter Obi Slams Fuel Price Hike as ‘Unfortunate and Insensitive,’ Urges Immediate Reversal
Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the recent increase in petrol prices, calling it “unfortunate and insensitive.” In a statement on his X account, Obi criticized the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) for raising the price of petrol to N1,030 per litre, up from N897 in Abuja, without offering any explanation. […]
Labour Party’s Valentine Ozigbo Pledges to ‘Rescue’ Anambra in 2025 Gubernatorial Race: ‘Anambra Needs to Shine Again’
Valentine Ozigbo, a 2025 governorship aspirant in Anambra State under the Labour Party, has declared that his candidacy is driven by the need to rescue the state from its worsening security and developmental challenges. Speaking at an event hosted by Osisioma Foundation in Umunya, Ozigbo emphasized his deep commitment to restoring Anambra to its former […]
ICYMI: Bill to Establish Bola Ahmed Tinubu Federal University of Nigerian Languages Proposed by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu
The House of Representatives has passed the first reading of a bill proposing the creation of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Federal University of Nigerian Languages, sponsored by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu and eight others. The university aims to promote the study of Nigerian languages and cultures, offering various academic programs to enhance national development through […]
JUST IN: Court Blocks PDP’s Attempt to Oust Acting National Chairman: ‘Only Convention Can Decide’
Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an order preventing the National Executive Committee (NEC) and Board of Trustees (BoT) of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) from removing Umar Damagum as the Acting National Chairman. The court ruled that Damagum must remain in his position until the PDP’s national convention […]
Atiku Slams Tinubu as ‘T-Pain’ Over Fuel Price Hikes: ‘Undisturbed by Nigerians’ Hardship’
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar criticized President Bola Tinubu for being indifferent to the economic difficulties caused by his policies, particularly the removal of petrol subsidies. In a post on X, Atiku labeled Tinubu as “T-Pain,” accusing him of worsening the well-being of Nigerians through poorly managed fuel subsidy reforms. He warned that inflation will […]
Court of Appeal Rejects Rivers Governor’s Budget Appeal, Calls It ‘Executive Dictatorship’
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld a Federal High Court ruling that nullified the ₦800 billion budget passed by five members of the Rivers State House of Assembly led by Edison Ehie. On Thursday, the court dismissed an appeal filed by Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, stating that it lacked merit. The appellate […]
EDO 2024: APC Delays Inspection of Election Materials, Citing Register Concerns: ‘We Want to Ensure Accuracy’*
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State confirmed that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has postponed the inspection of election materials to Thursday, giving the party more time to prepare. APC Chairman Jarret Tenebe explained that there was confusion in the inspection process, as the party was unaware that the voter register inspection […]
Senator Nwoye Urges Enforcement of Supreme Court Ruling on Local Government Autonomy: ‘Obey the Court Ruling’
Senator Tony Nwoye, representing Anambra North, has called for the enforcement of the recent Supreme Court ruling granting financial autonomy to all 774 local governments in Nigeria. He urged the Attorney General of the Federation and security agencies to ensure the court’s decision is upheld, stating, “We are calling on all the security agencies to […]