ADC: Emotions boil as INEC puts major opposition in limbo
Political tension is increasing across Nigeria after the Independent National Electoral Commission removed the names of leaders of the African Democratic Congress from its official portal. This action by INEC suggests that the ADC currently has no recognised leadership, creating confusion about the party’s status. Members of the party have expressed anger over the decision, […]
Unprepared leaders are Africa’s problem – Obasanjo
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that poor leadership remains the major obstacle to Africa’s development. He made this remark while speaking to graduates of the Olusegun Obasanjo Leadership Institute during a lecture held in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The event was part of activities marking Obasanjo’s 89th birthday celebration. It took place at the […]
President Trump rejects Khamenei’s son, says he must be involved in choosing Iran’s next supreme leader
U.S. President Donald Trump has rejected the idea of Mojtaba Khamenei becoming Iran’s next supreme leader. The American leader said he considers the possibility unacceptable and insisted the United States should have a role in the process of choosing the next leader of Iran. Trump made the remarks during an interview, explaining that Washington wants […]
Those peddling false claims are facing trial — NUPENG dismisses leadership tussle
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has dismissed reports of a leadership tussle within the union, describing such claims as false and deliberately misleading. The union said there is no crisis in its leadership structure, insisting that its national officers were duly elected through a transparent process. According to NUPENG, individuals […]
Nasarawa Assembly suspends Lafia LG Chairman for 90 days over leadership crisis
The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has suspended the Chairman of Lafia Local Government Area for 90 days following a serious leadership crisis in the council. The decision came after lawmakers reviewed complaints and reports alleging breakdown of governance within the local government. Members of the Assembly said the suspension was necessary to restore order […]
Step down for Nigeria’s sake – Baba-Ahmed tells Tinubu
Prominent politician Buba Galadima Baba-Ahmed has urged President Bola Tinubu to step down, saying it would be in the best interest of Nigeria. He claimed that the current political and security challenges require strong leadership and decisive action. Baba-Ahmed emphasized that stepping aside could help restore public confidence in governance and ease mounting tensions across […]
He was asked to step aside – Sowore alleges reason behind Defence Minister’s resignation
Activist Omoyele Sowore has alleged that the recently resigned Defence Minister did not leave office on his own. According to him, the minister was quietly asked to step aside by those in power, suggesting that the resignation may not have been voluntary. Sowore claimed that the public announcement was only a formal way to present […]
Akpabio, Barau blocking Tinubu’s nominee to head NERC – APC chieftain alleges
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau of working against President Bola Tinubu’s preferred nominee to lead the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). According to the party member, who spoke to journalists, the Senate leadership is allegedly delaying the confirmation process for […]
Leadership: Why Nigeria has always got it wrong – Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has expressed concern over Nigeria’s repeated failure to get leadership right. He believes the country continues to make poor political choices because of deep-rooted tribal and religious divisions. In a recent interview on Talking Books African, a programme by the Rainbow Book Club, Jonathan explained that tribalism and religion are major […]
Signature requirement not met – INEC says as it rejects PDP’s NEC meeting notice
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rejected a notice from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) about its planned National Executive Council (NEC) meeting. INEC said the letter sent to it did not meet the proper requirements under electoral rules. On May 30, PDP wrote to INEC, saying it would hold its 100th NEC meeting […]