A former President of the Senate, David Mark, has criticised the All Progressives Congress (APC), saying the ruling party lacks the capacity to effectively address the worsening insecurity in the country. Mark made the assertion on Wednesday in Abuja during a stakeholders’ meeting with party members and supporters, where he expressed concern over the persistent wave of violence across several parts of Nigeria. He noted that despite repeated assurances by the APC-led Federal Government, insecurity has continued to escalate, leaving citizens vulnerable and communities displaced. “The truth must be told. The current administration has not demonstrated the required capacity to…
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed claims that its recent operation in Ilorin triggered a student protest at Kwara State Polytechnic, describing such reports as false and misleading. In a statement issued on Thursday, the agency said operatives of its Ilorin Zonal Directorate carried out a sting operation on Wednesday, March 24, 2026, at two buildings in the Agbede community Ilorin, based on intelligence linking the locations to suspected internet fraud activities. According to the commission, the operation led to the arrest of 30 suspects, including six students of Kwara State Polytechnic. “The profiling of the students…
Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State on Thursday carried out an unscheduled inspection of the Jerome Udorji Secretariat, the administrative complex housing offices of state ministries. Soludo, who arrived at about 10:00 a.m., ordered that the gate be locked to prevent latecomers from gaining access to the premises. During the visit, the governor inspected several ministries and departments within the complex, taking a headcount of workers present at their duty posts. The exercise, according to him, was aimed at assessing punctuality, conduct, and overall commitment of civil servants. The governor expressed dissatisfaction over the absence of some workers at the…
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has expressed support for the proposed creation of Anioma State. The proposed state, a long-standing initiative in the National Assembly, is being championed by Ned Nwoko, who represents Delta North Senatorial District, with the aim of increasing the number of states in the South-East region. Akpabio made his position known while speaking at the All Progressives Congress (APC) South-South Zonal Congress held in Asaba on Wednesday. He stated that he has no objection to the creation of Anioma State, noting that the proposed capital would be located in Asaba, which is currently the…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said it appears that a majority of Nigerians believe the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led Federal Government has failed. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, made the assertion on Wednesday while speaking during an interview on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television. Abdullahi, who was reacting to the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, said recent engagements and public conversations indicate widespread dissatisfaction among Nigerians. “It appears to us that the majority of Nigerians have concluded that this APC government has failed,” he said. “And I will say this on the strength of…
Governor Umo Eno has outlined ongoing reforms and strategic roadmaps by his administration to address the persistent epileptic power supply in Nigeria and Akwa Ibom State. The governor attributed the current electricity challenges to low power generation across the country. This was contained in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information, Aniekan Umanah, at the end of the governor’s March Projects Delivery Meeting held at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Uyo, on Tuesday. According to the statement, the state government is actively engaging relevant power sector stakeholders to improve electricity supply. “The Governor also addressed the state’s electricity situation,…
A Federal High Court has rejected a request by Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo to temporarily halt the impeachment process initiated against him by the Kano State House of Assembly. Delivering the ruling on March 25, 2026, Justice S. M. Shaibu held that the deputy governor failed to meet the legal requirements necessary for the court to grant the urgent order, which was sought without hearing from the other parties involved. The court also directed Gwarzo to serve all relevant legal documents on the respondents to enable them to respond appropriately to the suit. Meanwhile, the Kano State House of Assembly had…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims of division within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), insisting that the party remains united despite internal disagreements. Wike stated this on Wednesday while speaking with journalists after inspecting ongoing and completed infrastructure projects across Abuja, ahead of the party’s planned national convention. “We have only one PDP, no faction,” the minister said, stressing that grievances among some members should not be interpreted as a split. “I don’t know which camp you are talking about. There is only one PDP. Some individuals may not be happy, yes, but…
The Aspirants’ Screening Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Convention 2026 on Tuesday screened the party’s National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda. The screening exercise was chaired by Biodun Oyebanji, who led members of the committee in asking Yilwatda to take a bow in recognition of his leadership. The exercise, which involved aspirants seeking various national offices, was held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja, commencing at 9:00 a.m. It was conducted for party members who had duly purchased and submitted their Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms to contest for national positions at the forthcoming…
The Labour Party has announced the postponement of its scheduled congresses and national convention earlier slated to commence on Thursday, March 26, 2026. According to the party’s previously released timetable, ward congresses were to hold on March 26, followed by local government congresses on March 28, state congresses on March 31, and the national convention on April 11, 2026. The decision to shift the exercise was reached after a combined stakeholders’ meeting involving members of the Interim National Working Committee (NWC) and representatives of labour unions. In a statement signed by Ken Eluma Asogwa, Senior Special Adviser on Media to…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned that it is prepared to prosecute anyone found guilty of electoral offences ahead of the August 15 governorship election in Osun State. The INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner in the state, Mutiu Agboke, issued the warning on Tuesday during separate stakeholders’ meetings held in Ifelodun and Olorunda Local Government Areas. Speaking at the Ifelodun INEC office, Agboke disclosed that all commission staff, including ad-hoc and election personnel, had signed undertakings committing to strict adherence to electoral guidelines. He commended stakeholders for their turnout and cooperation, expressing optimism that the forthcoming election would be…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has announced his resignation from the ruling party, citing dissatisfaction with its leadership and direction. Eze disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday, attributing his decision to what he described as the “brazen ineptitude” of the current administration led by President Bola Tinubu. He also hinted at his defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Reflecting on his role in the formation of the APC, Eze expressed regret for supporting the party and encouraging Nigerians to embrace it, stating that it has now lost its founding ideals.…
The Labour Party has declared that it will not field a presidential candidate from the northern region, insisting that its ticket for the next general election has been zoned to the South. The party’s interim National Chairman, Nenadi Usman, made the disclosure on Tuesday while addressing journalists after a meeting between the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and political leaders. Usman stated that the party would not lobby or persuade individuals to contest on its platform, noting that interested aspirants must come forward voluntarily. “Well, it all depends on whoever wants to use the Labour Party, because we cannot go…
The Nigeria Police Force has denied reports that the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, ordered the outright disbandment of all tactical units across state commands. In a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, Anthony Placid, the police described the reports as a misrepresentation of the IGP’s directive. The spokesman said it was inaccurate to suggest that the IGP directed the immediate dissolution of multiple tactical units nationwide. “The attention of the Inspector-General of Police has been drawn to the story recently circulated by some online media outlets. “The publication stated that the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu,…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has claimed that President Bola Tinubu is aware that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) cannot secure up to 20 per cent of votes in a free and fair election. Olawepo-Hashim made the assertion during a live interview on Sunday Politics, a programme on Channels Television, monitored by newsmen. Speaking on the 2027 general elections, he argued that the APC is grappling with more internal challenges than the PDP. “If the opposition is dead and buried as they claimed, why then are they afraid of the next year’s general elections?”…
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has announced that former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, alongside Joel Adoga, will be arraigned before the Federal High Court of Nigeria in the Kaduna Judicial Division on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The notice was contained in a statement signed by the Head of Media and Public Communications, John Okor Odey, on Monday. According to the statement, the case, filed under suit number FHC/KD/73/2026, involves charges including conversion and possession of public property, as well as money laundering. The Commission also disclosed that a separate charge has been filed against…
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) on Monday stormed a residence belonging to former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, in Abuja, forcing occupants to vacate the premises. Sources said the incident occurred shortly after a visit by former Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar, to the Maitama residence. He was said to have spent about an hour at the property before departing. An aide to Atiku confirmed the visit, while a witness disclosed that DSS operatives had already surrounded the house during the meeting but only moved in after the former vice-president left, according to reports. The development comes amid…
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Sly Ezeokenwa, has explained the rationale behind the party’s alliance with President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Ezeokenwa made the disclosure during an interview on Arise Television on Monday, stating that the quest for an Igbo presidency cannot be achieved without a broad national alliance. According to him, political realities in Nigeria make it difficult for any candidate from the South-East to secure the presidency without support from other regions. He said, “An Igbo man on his own cannot really make the presidency without alliance with people…
The senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has appealed to political leaders who left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to return and help rebuild the party. Akpoti-Uduaghan made the appeal while addressing party members during the inauguration of the PDP National Convention Committee in Abuja. The lawmaker said the experience, institutional memory, and commitment of former members were crucial to the party’s efforts to reposition itself and reclaim its place in national politics. She expressed optimism that the event would mark a turning point for the PDP, noting the party’s decline in Senate representation from 37 to six seats, which…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised a £746 million port rehabilitation agreement signed between Nigeria and the United Kingdom during the recent visit of President Bola Tinubu to London, describing the deal as a “mugu agreement” that allegedly favours the British economy while burdening Nigeria with significant debt obligations. In a statement issued on Sunday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the opposition party argued that the deal—aimed at rehabilitating the Tin Can and Apapa ports in Lagos—primarily benefits the UK’s manufacturing sector rather than Nigeria’s economy. The party said the Federal Government had portrayed the agreement as…