‘They plan to arrest my brother, get me to negotiate’ – El-Rufai
Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has alleged that there were plans to arrest his elder brother ahead of their mother’s burial. He claimed the move was intended to pressure him into negotiations with authorities. According to him, his brother Bashir avoided travelling to Nigeria to escape the alleged arrest. El-Rufai made the claim while […]
DSS storms Malami’s Abuja residence following Atiku’s visit
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) reportedly stormed the Abuja residence of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, shortly after a visit by Atiku Abubakar. The development has raised concerns and speculation about the motive behind the sudden security presence at Malami’s home. Details surrounding the operation remain unclear. Sources indicated that […]
Trump Starts US Military Operation In Iran, Urges IRGC To Lay Down Arms
US President Donald Trump has announced the start of a major American military operation inside Iran. In a strong public message, he warned the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to lay down their weapons and accept immunity or face deadly consequences. He described the mission as an effort to remove what he called a serious […]
Govt behind assassination attempt on Peter Obi, says Kenneth Okonkwo
Kenneth Okonkwo has alleged that government forces or their agents were behind the reported attack on Peter Obi in Edo State. Speaking during an interview on Prime Time, he described the incident as an attempted assassination. The claims follow reports that gunmen targeted Obi’s convoy during a visit. Okonkwo said he was in contact with […]
Release Nnamdi Kanu or return him to Kenya – South East monarch tells Tinubu
A South-East monarch, Eze Lawrence Agubuzu, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to release detained Nnamdi Kanu or send him back to Kenya, where he was arrested. He made the request during a national summit held at the State House Abuja, warning that tension in the South-East is rising. Agubuzu said the continued detention of […]
Atiku predicts revolution in Nigeria
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has warned that Nigeria could face a serious public uprising if alleged violations of human rights continue. He made this statement during a solidarity visit to former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, following a confrontation involving security officials. The incident reportedly occurred at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja […]
LG dispute: Gov Adeleke rejects calls for emergency rule in Osun
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has rejected calls for a state of emergency in the state, describing them as politically motivated attempts to create unrest. The governor, through his spokesperson Olawale Rasheed, said the appeals by unnamed civil society groups were linked to ongoing disputes over local government control rather than genuine security threats. The […]
Rivers crisis: Governance reduced to childish politics – Aisha Yesufu
Popular activist, Aisha Yesufu, has criticised the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, describing it as “childish politics” that has reduced governance to unnecessary drama. She said the situation reflects poor leadership and misplaced priorities among political actors. According to Yesufu, leaders elected to serve the people are instead focused on personal battles and power […]
2027 elections: Political atmosphere charged as governors move to dismantle godfather structures
As Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 general elections, political activities across the country are becoming more intense. Several state governors are now working to weaken the influence of political “godfathers” who have traditionally controlled party structures and decided who gets tickets. This shift is creating tension within parties, as old power blocs resist the […]
Former SSG to Rivers govt denies alleged involvement in assassination plot
Former Secretary to the Rivers State Government, Dr Tammy Danagogo, has dismissed claims linking him to an alleged plot to assassinate the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. He described the reports circulating online as completely false and said they were created to damage his name and mislead the public. In a statement […]