Fintiri erstwhile ally, Idi Hong warns against leadership takeover by new APC member
Dr. Aliyu Idi Hong has cautioned against allowing Governor Ahmadu Fintiri to take over leadership of the Adamawa APC after his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party. Hong described such a move as unfair to members who have nurtured the party over the years. Hong praised Nuhu Ribadu as the natural leader of the Adamawa […]
Turaki PDP faction officially inaugurates Abia State Caretaker committee
The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party led by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki has inaugurated a caretaker committee to manage party affairs in Abia State. The move is part of efforts to stabilize the party structure amid ongoing internal disputes. At the inauguration, Southeast Vice Chairman Ali Odefa urged members of the new committee to remain […]
Why Abure’s Labour Party leadership was sacked
The leadership of the Labour Party under Julius Abure was removed following prolonged internal crises that threatened the stability and unity of the party. The decision came after months of disputes involving party executives, accusations of poor internal democracy, and disagreements over the handling of party affairs after the 2023 general elections. One major reason […]
Court decries issuance of certificate to Anambra community ,monarch-elect, despite pending litigation
A High Court has criticised the decision to issue a recognition certificate to a monarch-elect in an Anambra community while a legal dispute over the throne is still ongoing. The court expressed shock that such an important document was given out despite clear knowledge that the matter is already before the court. According to the […]
PDP: Why holding convention is illegal —Party chieftain
A senior chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has insisted that plans to hold a national convention at this time are unlawful. According to him, the party has yet to resolve key legal and internal leadership issues, making any attempt to organise a convention a clear violation of the PDP constitution. He argued that […]
Rivers APC raises concern over misinterpretation of Appeal Court judgment
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), headed by Chief Emeka Beke, has voiced concerns about the way a recent Court of Appeal judgment has been misinterpreted. According to the party, the true meaning of the ruling is being misunderstood, and the prevailing interpretations do not accurately reflect the court’s decision. The […]
Lagos High Court Dismisses Suit By Former NNPC Cooperative President Amid Leadership Tussle, Labels Case ‘Academic’
The Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikoyi has dismissed a case filed by Mr. Ademola Adebusuyi, who used to be the president of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Staff Co-operative Multipurpose Society Limited. Mr. Adebusuyi went to court because of a disagreement over leadership in the cooperative society. But during the case, the […]
Cross River: Gov Otu orders security agencies to beef up security in restive community
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has ordered security agencies, including the state police command, to strengthen security in Iko Esai community, Akamkpa Local Government Area. This follows violent clashes that led to the deaths of over 10 people and the destruction of homes, vehicles, and cocoa farms. The conflict reportedly started over control […]
Drama at Lagos Assembly as Ex-Speaker Refuses to Vacate Official Residence, Office
The Lagos State House of Assembly is facing a tense situation as Mudashiru Obasa, the recently impeached Speaker, refuses to vacate the official Speaker’s residence and office. This has sparked debates and drawn attention across the state. Obasa, who was impeached while he was in the United States, has labeled the process unconstitutional. However, the […]