Anambra 2025: “Nicholas Ukachukwu Wins APC Governorship Ticket for Anambra, Declares: “I’m Ready to Father Myself”
Nicholas Ukachukwu has emerged as the flagbearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the upcoming Anambra State governorship election slated for November 8, 2025. The result of the keenly watched primary election was officially declared by the Chairman of the APC Electoral Committee and Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, on Sunday. […]
JUST IN: “Return the N5 Billion Now, Meranda,” Lagos Speaker Obasa Demands Amid Spending Dispute
Lagos Speaker Mudashiru Obasa has demanded the return of N5 billion approved by his short-lived successor, Mojisola Meranda, for vehicle purchases. Sources told Peoples Gazette that Ms Meranda authorized the withdrawal for 40 Toyota Land Cruiser SUVs just days after replacing Mr Obasa as speaker on January 13. “Obasa is angry that Meranda approved N5 […]
“I Am Still Speaker” – Ousted Lagos Speaker Obasa Returns with Heavy Security Amid Crisis
The leadership crisis in the Lagos State House of Assembly escalated on Thursday as ousted Speaker Mudashiru Obasa returned to the Assembly Complex under heavy security. His supporters gathered outside, chanting in his favor. Obasa was removed on January 13, 2025, through a two-thirds majority vote over alleged misconduct, with Mojisola Meranda succeeding him as […]
“I Am Being Punished for Rejecting Akpabio’s Advances” – Kogi Senator Alleges
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of targeting her in the Senate after she refused his alleged sexual advances. Speaking in an interview with Arise TV on Friday, she said, “Mine is the case of a student being punished by a lecturer for refusing to sleep with him.” Tensions […]
Senator Natasha Sues Senate President Akpabio for Defamation, Seeks ₦100bn in Damages
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has filed a defamation lawsuit against Senate President Godswill Akpabio at the Federal Capital Territory High Court. Also named in the suit are Akpabio’s senior legislative aide, Mfon Patrick. The lawsuit stems from a Facebook post by Patrick, allegedly made at Akpabio’s direction, which mocked Akpoti-Uduaghan’s appearance and questioned her competence as […]
Ribadu Dismisses El-Rufai’s Allegations, Denies 2031 Presidential Ambition
National Security Adviser (NSA) Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has refuted allegations by former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, that he is behind El-Rufai’s troubles with anti-graft agencies and the Kaduna State House of Assembly. El-Rufai claimed Ribadu was targeting perceived political obstacles to a 2031 presidential bid. In response, Ribadu stated he is too focused on […]
Drama in Lagos Assembly: DSS, Police Seal Speaker’s Office as Ex-Speaker Obasa Fights Impeachment in Court
In the early hours of Monday, operatives of the Department of State Security (DSS) and the Nigeria Police sealed the offices of Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker Mojisola Meranda, her deputy, and the clerk. Armed personnel took control of the premises, frisking passersby. This development follows the legal challenge by former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, […]
JUST IN: CBN Increases ATM Withdrawal Charges, New Fees Take Effect March 1
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a revision of ATM transaction fees, effective March 1, 2025, to address rising operational costs and improve banking efficiency. Under the new policy:• Withdrawals from a customer’s own bank’s ATMs remain free.• Withdrawals at bank branch ATMs will now incur a N100 fee per N20,000.• Withdrawals from […]
Supreme Court Dismisses Governor Fubara’s Appeal, Upholds Amaewhule’s Leadership of Rivers Assembly
The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal by Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara challenging the leadership of the state’s House of Assembly under Speaker Martin Amaewhule. A five-member panel led by Justice Uwani Abba-Aji ruled against Fubara and imposed a ₦2 million fine, payable to the Assembly and Amaewhule. The case was withdrawn by Fubara’s […]
Ned Nwoko’s Defection to APC Shakes Delta PDP, Sparks Political Tensions
Senator Ned Nwoko’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has created political turmoil in Delta State, unsettling Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, and the PDP leadership. Nwoko, who was elected under the PDP in 2023, cited the party’s opposition to the creation of Anioma State and […]