Atiku hires US lobbying firm for $1.2m to boost reputation
Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar has signed a $1.2 million deal with Washington-based lobbying firm Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C. to improve his reputation in the United States. Documents filed with the U.S. Department of Justice show that the agreement, signed in March 2026, involved the firm’s managing partner, Karl Von Batten, and Nigerian politician Fabiyi […]
INEC directs RECs to suspend voter revalidation plans after outrage
Independent National Electoral Commission has instructed all Resident Electoral Commissioners to suspend publicity and preparations for the planned nationwide voter revalidation exercise. The exercise was originally set to start on April 13, 2026, as part of efforts to update the voter register ahead of the 2027 general elections. Earlier, a memo signed by the commission’s […]
Tinubu approves ₦3.3trn payment plan to restore reliable power
President Bola Tinubu has approved a ₦3.3 trillion plan to settle old debts in Nigeria’s power sector to make electricity more reliable and attract investors. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga said that after reviewing debts from February 2015 to March 2025 under the Presidential Power Sector Financial Reforms Programme, ₦3.3 trillion was confirmed as a full […]
Easter: Nigerians must stand together to fight insecurity – APC Chair, Yilwatda
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Nentawe Yilwatda, has urged Nigerians to come together and fight insecurity in the country. In his Easter message to Christians across Nigeria, he encouraged people to live by values like sacrifice, hope, peace, love, and unity. Yilwatda explained that Easter is the foundation of the Christian faith, […]
I’m Not Afraid, I’ll Never Be Intimidated – Seun Okinbaloye Fires Back At Wike
Seun Okinbaloye, a Channels Television presenter, has reacted strongly to comments made by Nyesom Wike, saying he is not afraid and cannot be intimidated. Wike had earlier made a controversial statement, saying he would have “broken his TV and shot” Okinbaloye over remarks about the dangers of a one-party system in Nigeria. The comment sparked […]
Tinubu’s friend, Chagoury was very close to Abacha, Gani frowned at it – Amadi
In a recollection of past political events in Nigeria, Amadi shared an account involving late human rights lawyer Gani Fawehinmi during the era of General Sani Abacha. He described how Gani reacted strongly when he learned that the hotel they were staying in had links to the Chagoury family, who were known to have close […]
Former Jigawa APC governorship aspirant Nakudu resigns from party
Senator Sabo Mohammed Nakudu, who once sought the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa State, has officially resigned from the ruling party. Nakudu, who contested for the APC governorship ticket ahead of the 2023 general elections, announced his resignation through a letter addressed to party officials in Sundimina Ward, Birnin Kudu […]
Insecurity: Sokoto Senator, Lamido quits APC
The senator representing Sokoto East, Ibrahim Lamido, has announced that he plans to leave the All Progressives Congress due to the growing security problems in his area. He said the situation in his constituency has become very serious, with many communities attacked by armed groups, forcing people to flee their homes for safety. Lamido also […]
Plateau killings: Attackers studied residents – Gov Mutfwang
The Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, has explained that those behind the recent deadly attack in Jos carefully observed how residents behave before carrying out their plan. He said the attackers took advantage of the calm situation in the area and pretended to be officials of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, which made […]
U.S. policy firm to engage Congress, Trump administration over INEC decision on ADC
A U.S.-based policy group, Von Batten-Montague York L.C, has said it will reach out to members of the U.S. Congress and the administration of Donald Trump over the recent decision involving Nigeria’s electoral body and the African Democratic Congress. This comes after the Independent National Electoral Commission earlier suspended official dealings with the party and […]