Speaker Abbas declares Ogun Rep seat vacant
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has announced that the Ikenne/Shagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency seat in Ogun State is now vacant. This happened because the person who held the position, Adewunmi Onanuga, passed away. Adewunmi Onanuga died on January 15, 2025, after being sick for a short time. She had served as […]
We can’t be distracted by failed politician – Jigawa PDP replies NNPP’s Ringim
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Jigawa has replied strongly to Aminu Ringim, the NNPP candidate in the 2023 governorship election. According to the PDP, Ringim is trying to damage the name of former Governor Sule Lamido through false claims. This response comes after Ringim publicly attacked Lamido’s new book, Being True to Myself, and […]
Elections: Professors don’t collect bribes from politicians – Ex-INEC chair, Jega
Former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Attahiru Jega, has praised Nigerian professors for refusing bribes during elections. He said they have helped protect the honesty of the voting process. Speaking during The Platform, a Democracy Day event held on June 12 and hosted by Covenant Nation in Lagos, Jega explained why he […]
2027: Igbos now understand importance of alliance – Southeast group drums support for Tinubu
A group of young professionals from the Southeast known as the South East Progressive Ambassadors (SEPA) has urged the Igbo people to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. In a statement signed by the group’s convener, Mr. John CDO Ikeotuonye, and its secretary, Dr. Justin Ogoo Nwankwo, SEPA explained that it would be a […]
Rivers: I was once your boss whether you like it or not – Amaechi to Wike
The political tension between former Rivers State Governor Chibuike Amaechi and current FCT Minister Nyesom Wike continues to grow. Amaechi recently replied to Wike’s claim that he was never his boss. During a recent media chat in Abuja, Wike said that Amaechi, who once served as Minister of Transportation, doesn’t have much political influence anymore. […]
I’ve been working for PDP tirelessly since 1998 – Wike reveals his ‘pains’
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, said on Sunday that he has been working hard to keep the opposition party, PDP, alive. Wike revealed that he has been supporting PDP since 1998. He shared that it hurts him because he has helped many governors win their elections but never asked for anything […]
‘I’d Rather Be Imprisoned Than Obey A Compulsory Voting Law’ — Olisa Agbakoba
A new law is being proposed in Nigeria that would force every eligible voter to take part in national and state elections. This means everyone who can vote would have to vote, or face penalties. Olisa Agbakoba, a well-known human rights lawyer and senior advocate, strongly opposes this idea. He says he would rather go […]
Tinubu critics are spent forces with no moral ground to speak for North — APC chieftain
A top member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Illyasu Musa Kwankwaso, has dismissed the influence of some northern politicians who are said to be working against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. Kwankwaso called out Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, former adviser to Vice President Shettima, and Buba Galadima from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). […]
2027: North-Central APC hails Al-Makura-led CPC bloc for snubbing Atiku’s coalition
The North-Central APC Forum has praised former Nasarawa State Governor Tanko Al-Makura and his group, made up of former Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) members, for refusing to join the opposition alliance led by Atiku Abubakar. This coalition, which includes big political names like ex-Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai and Labour Party’s Peter Obi, is trying […]
INEC rejects N40b allocation in 2025 budget, proposes N126b
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rejected the N40 billion allocated to it for the 2025 budget, stating that it is insufficient to cover its expenses. Instead, INEC has proposed a budget of N126 billion to the National Assembly, explaining that the higher amount is necessary for conducting elections and fulfilling its constitutional duties. […]