Electoral amendment: Mahdi Shehu presents varied reasons senate’s reversed decision is deceptive
Public affairs commentator Mahdi Shehu has criticized the Senate’s recent decision to reverse its earlier position on aspects of the proposed electoral amendment. According to him, the move appears misleading and raises concerns about transparency in the legislative process. Shehu explained that the sudden change in direction has created confusion among Nigerians who are closely […]
Electoral Act: Senate deserves commendation — Sen Nwaebonyi
Senator Nwaebonyi has praised the Nigerian Senate for its work on matters relating to the Electoral Act. According to him, the upper legislative chamber deserves recognition for its efforts to improve the country’s electoral framework and strengthen democratic processes. The lawmaker noted that the Senate has shown commitment in reviewing and making necessary adjustments to […]
Rivers: Tinubu intervened – Wike on crisis between Fubara, State Assembly
Former Rivers State Governor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has revealed that President Bola Tinubu intervened in the political crisis involving Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Rivers State House of Assembly. According to Wike, the president’s involvement helped prevent the situation from escalating further. Wike explained that the disagreement between the […]
Electoral Act Amendment: Peter Obi Is Gone – Isaac Fayose
Businessman and political commentator Isaac Fayose has raised concerns about Nigeria’s political future, saying controversies around the Electoral Act could seriously affect Peter Obi’s chances in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking in an interview, Fayose argued that without real-time electronic transmission of results, opposition candidates may struggle to protect their votes, warning that election outcomes […]
Osun council fund dispute deepens as ALGON, APC clash
The disagreement over the control and use of local government funds in Osun State has escalated, with leaders of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) offering sharply different explanations. The controversy centres on who is legally authorised to manage council accounts and how public funds have been […]
I came with ‘Tinubu’s cap’ in case you’re thinking of joining APC – Sule woos Gov Fintiri
There was light political drama on Monday when Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, jokingly urged Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, to consider joining the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Sule made the remark during the public presentation of a book titled “Fintiri, the man they could not stop,” drawing laughter and attention from guests at […]
APM questions Osun govt continued closure of Oke-Fia Flyover
The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has raised concerns over the continued closure of the Oke-Fia flyover in Osogbo, questioning the Osun State Government’s infrastructure planning and priorities. The party noted that despite the bridge being completed several months ago, it has not been opened to the public, yet traffic movement around the area has remained […]
Govt House: I can operate from anywhere – Gov Otti replies predecessors
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has dismissed threats by three former governors to take him to court over his decision to run state affairs from his private residence in Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area. Speaking during his monthly media chat on Thursday, Otti said there is nothing in the Nigerian Constitution that stops a […]
Abia: Otti responds to ex-governors’ threat over operations from private residence
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has responded to threats by former governors Orji Uzor Kalu, Theodore Orji and Okezie Ikpeazu to take him to court over his decision to carry out official duties from his private residence in Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area. The governor said he is not disturbed by the threat and […]
Current administration has fared worse, committed impeachable infractions — El-Rufai
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has said the current federal administration has performed far below expectations, especially in the areas of security and governance. Speaking during an interview on ARISE TV Prime Time, El-Rufai said the level of decline in the country surprised him, adding that he never imagined things would get this bad […]