Pratt Elias: Nigeria’s democracy and the civil-military fault line
Pratt Elias has raised renewed concerns about the fragile relationship between Nigeria’s democratic system and its military institutions. He argues that although the country has enjoyed years of civilian rule, unresolved tensions still exist beneath the surface. According to him, these fault lines become visible whenever political instability, insecurity, or governance failures push the military […]
Plateau APC at war with North Central Forum over Mutfwang’s alleged defection moves
Tension is rising in Plateau State as the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the North Central Forum trade accusations over claims that Governor Caleb Mutfwang is planning to defect to the APC. The forum had alleged that the governor, currently in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), may soon join the APC—a claim the Plateau […]
Akpabio urges ECOWAS Parliament to renew pledge to build United West Africa
At the opening of the 2025 ECOWAS Parliament session in Abuja, Nigerian Senate President Godswill Akpabio called on lawmakers to renew their promise to build a more united West Africa. Speaking under the theme “One Region, One Dream: Advancing the Promise of West Africa,” Akpabio encouraged leaders to recommit to creating a peaceful and prosperous […]
Rivers: PANDEF moves to reconcile Fubara, Wike
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) Peace and Reconciliation Committee has called for mutual respect and political stability in Rivers State. They emphasized the importance of prioritizing the wishes of the people in resolving political tensions. Rufus George, Chairman of the Rivers Elders Forum, made this statement during a closed-door meeting in Port Harcourt. He […]
Former President Jonathan Criticizes Judiciary for PDP Crisis
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has raised concerns about the role of the judiciary in the current crisis facing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He believes that recent court rulings have disrupted the natural political order and caused instability in Nigeria’s democracy. During an event in Abuja on October 17, Jonathan pointed to a controversial court […]
Governor Uzodinma: Southeast Youths Will Not Protest Against President Tinubu
Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State has expressed confidence that youths in the Southeast will steer clear of the upcoming national protest against President Bola Tinubu. During a campaign event in Abakaliki, the capital of Ebonyi State, Uzodinma reassured attendees that the region’s youths would not be swayed by the protest’s organizers, whom he labeled […]
Efforts to Remove Tinubu in 2027 Could Harm Nigeria’s Unity — Shehu Sani
Former Senator Shehu Sani from Kaduna has warned northern leaders that trying to remove President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections could threaten Nigeria’s unity. Sani shared this warning during an interview with Arise Television. He urged northern leaders to concentrate on the beneficial policies and programs of Tinubu’s administration for the northern region, instead […]