JOS — Islamic cleric and Chairman of the Council of Ulama of Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’ah Wa Iqamatis Sunnah (JIBWIS), Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir, has rejected claims that his recent political comments were driven by hatred for Christians, saying his position should not be interpreted as hostility towards Nigerians of other faiths. Jingir made the clarification […]
Former Kogi West Senator Dino Melaye has issued a pointed warning to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, arguing that political endorsements alone cannot determine the outcome of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race. In a message shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain referenced the late former military Head of […]
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Former Anambra State Governor and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has offered a deeply personal reflection on his political career, revealing that if he ever had the opportunity to ask God one question, it would be why he was led away from his “comfort place” into public office. The remarks provide insight […]
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Two supporters of former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi have been released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after spending several hours at the agency’s headquarters following an official invitation. The individuals, identified as Randy Peter and Precious Oruche, popularly known as Mama Pee, were questioned by the anti-graft commission before being […]
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Former Anambra State Governor and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, Peter Obi, has indicated that he is unlikely to seek Nigeria’s highest office in 2031, pointing to the country’s informal power-sharing arrangement and his age as major considerations. Speaking during an interview with media personality Rufai Oseni, Obi […]
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The Federal Government has linked its ongoing road construction programme to broader efforts aimed at improving national security, with the rehabilitation of key highways in the North-East positioned as part of a strategy to strengthen military mobility and reconnect communities affected by years of insurgency. Speaking during the commencement of rehabilitation works at Muna City […]
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Nigeria’s electoral body has confirmed that it has received more than half of the funds earmarked for the conduct of the 2027 general elections, a development it says is enabling early preparations for one of the country’s biggest democratic exercises. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) disclosed that it has so far received over ₦500 […]
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Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has revealed that political and regional leaders in the South-East are engaging stakeholders and exploring diplomatic solutions aimed at securing the release of detained Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu. Umahi made the disclosure while inspecting ongoing construction work on the Section II segment of the Lagos-Calabar […]
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Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has announced a N100 million business support grant for 2,000 women petty traders in Benue State as part of efforts to strengthen grassroots entrepreneurship and improve digital inclusion. The empowerment programme was unveiled during the commissioning of a Community Information and Technology Centre in Ihugh, Vandeikya Local Government Area of […]
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Former Anambra State governor and 2027 presidential hopeful, Peter Obi, has issued a strong challenge to anyone alleging financial misconduct against him, insisting that he will withdraw from political campaigning if evidence emerges that he benefited from any donation made to the Labour Party. Obi made the statement during an interview on Nevon Media, hosted […]
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Nigeria’s opposition political space has taken a significant turn ahead of the 2027 general election, as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has formally announced former Transportation Minister and ex–Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, as its vice-presidential candidate alongside former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The decision positions Amaechi as Atiku’s running mate under the ADC platform, […]
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The 2027 Nigerian presidential election has drawn fresh attention after Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, founder of LoveWorld Incorporated, delivered a spiritual message in which he claimed to have received revelations concerning three major political figures expected to shape the country’s next election cycle. The clergyman’s remarks, made during a church gathering and later circulated widely online, […]
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A fresh legal battle has emerged in Nigeria’s political space as former Imo State Governor, Chief Achike Udenwa, has filed a ₦5 billion defamation suit against actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo over comments he allegedly made during a televised political interview. The lawsuit adds to a growing list of legal disputes triggered by remarks linked to alleged […]
