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Tinubu Meets Abdulrazaq At State House Over Kwara Terrorist Attack

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday held a closed-door meeting with Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq, at the State House in Abuja following a deadly terrorist attack in parts of the state. The meeting came a day after armed extremists launched coordinated attacks on Nuku and Woro communities in Kaiama Local Government Area, leaving widespread destruction […]

Makinde in full, firm control of PDP in Oyo – Political scientist, Akinfenwa

A political scientist, Akinwunmi Akinfenwa, has stated that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is fully in charge of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the state. He made this assertion on Wednesday during an interview on ARISE Television’s Morning Show, where he analysed the balance of political power within the party. Akinfenwa acknowledged the political […]

Tinubu, Shettima meet World Bank delegation at State House

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima have met with a senior delegation from the World Bank at the State House in Abuja. The meeting took place on Tuesday and reflects ongoing engagement between Nigeria and international development partners. The World Bank team was led by the Managing Director of Operations, Anna Bjerde. […]

Why military initially denied attempted coup – Defense Minister

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd.), has explained why the Nigerian military initially denied reports of an attempted coup against President Bola Tinubu. He said the armed forces chose caution because issues related to coups are extremely sensitive and can cause panic if handled carelessly. Speaking on Sunday Politics on Channels Television, Musa […]

Wike not APC leader in Rivers – APC Chieftain, Eze replies Abe

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has rejected claims by former Rivers South-East Senator, Magnus Abe, that Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, is the leader of the APC in Rivers State. Eze described the claim as irrelevant and misleading, insisting that party leadership can only be determined by […]

2027: We’ll return you to govt house – APC assures Mutfwang

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has assured Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, of a smooth return to Government House in the 2027 general elections. The assurance came from the party’s National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, during the formal defection of Mutfwang to the APC on Tuesday in Jos. Prof. Yilwatda expressed confidence in the governor’s […]

Tinubu, most Christian-friendly president – Akpabio declares

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the most Christian-friendly leader Nigeria has ever had. Akpabio made the remark while speaking at a public event, where he highlighted what he called the president’s inclusive leadership style and respect for religious diversity. According to Akpabio, Tinubu has consistently demonstrated fairness in his […]

Coup Plot: Tinubu not joking, what you sow you reap – Joe Igbokwe

Joe Igbokwe, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has reacted strongly to reports of an alleged coup plot against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, warning that those involved will face the consequences of their actions. Igbokwe’s comments followed the release of a list of 16 officers of the Nigerian Armed Forces indicted by a […]

2027: Tampering with Tinubu/Shettima ticket will harm APC’s chances – Yerima

A senior figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Haruna Yerima, has warned that any move to alter the Tinubu/Shettima presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections could seriously damage the party’s chances. In a statement released in Abuja, Yerima said the joint ticket remains a strong political asset and should not be […]