Text of the Speech by President Tinubu at the State Banquet in His Honour at Windsor Castle on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Your Majesty, King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Your Majesty, King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Prince William, the Prince of Wales and Duke of Cornwall, and Catherine, the Princess of Wales, Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a profound honour to stand before you today, representing the people of Nigeria as we reaffirm the enduring bonds of friendship, history, and shared purpose that have united our two nations for several centuries. Allow me first to express my sincere…
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The Bauchi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has responded to speculations surrounding a possible defection of Governor Bala Mohammed from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating that it has no official information on the matter. Speaking on the issue, the state APC chairman, Muhammad A. Hassan Tilde, said the party would not comment on behalf of the governor, stressing that any decision to defect rests solely with the individual involved. “If it is being said that someone is coming to the APC, the person concerned should be asked. It is not the party’s place to answer that,”…
A SPEECH BY HIS MAJESTY THE KING CHARLES lll AT THE STATE BANQUET IN HONOUR OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA AND FIRST LADY OLUREMI TINUBU, Wednesday 18th March 2026 Your Excellency, Mr President, and Distinguished First Lady, Ekabo. Se Daaa Daa Ni. (Greetings! I hope you are well.) My wife and I are delighted to welcome you to Windsor Castle here on this occasion. We are most grateful to you for travelling during this holy month which, I acknowledge, is no small sacrifice, and so it is my particular pleasure to wish you, Mr President, peace,…
Former Nigerian senator, Shehu Sani, has linked the recent surge in terrorist attacks in northern parts of the country to the approaching general elections. Sani made the assertion in a post on X while reacting to the increasing wave of violence in some northern states, particularly Borno State, where terrorists have reportedly intensified attacks on communities. He observed that the decade-long security crisis in the region often worsens during election periods. “Each time the election season is upon us, bandits and terrorists in the North heighten their attacks,” he said. The former lawmaker described the development as condemnable, regardless of…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said it would be “extremely difficult” for any contender to unseat President Bola Tinubu in Abuja during the 2027 general election. Wike made the remark on Tuesday in Abuja after touring ongoing projects in satellite communities, attributing his position to the administration’s infrastructure drive, which he said has improved living conditions across the territory. “It will be very hard for anyone to defeat the president in the FCT,” he said. In the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi of the Labour Party (LP) won the FCT, defeating Tinubu of the…
Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, is set to exit the administration of President Bola Tinubu without achieving the 6,000-megawatt electricity supply target. The development follows a directive by President Tinubu requiring all ministers, aides and political appointees seeking elective positions in the 2027 general election to resign on or before March 31, 2026, in line with the Electoral Act. Adelabu is among those affected, having declared his intention to contest the Oyo State governorship election in 2027. With the deadline fast approaching, the minister is expected to step down within the stipulated timeframe. Efforts to reach his spokesperson, Bolaji…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has secured the conviction of 10 Filipino sailors and their merchant vessel, MV Nord Bosporus, over the importation of 20 kilograms of cocaine through the Apapa seaport in Lagos. The agency’s spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, disclosed on Wednesday that the Federal High Court in Lagos imposed fines and restitution totalling $6 million, alongside an additional N1.1 million penalty on the convicts. According to him, the vessel and its crew were arrested on November 16, 2025, after NDLEA operatives intercepted the cocaine shipment concealed aboard the ship, which had departed from Santos, Brazil. The agency…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has assured residents of Abuja that President Bola Tinubu will ensure the completion of ongoing road projects, particularly in satellite towns, to improve living conditions. Wike gave the assurance on Wednesday while addressing residents of communities along the Bwari–Kubwa road who turned out to welcome him during an inspection tour of projects. He urged residents to continue supporting the President and to pray for the success of his administration, noting that Tinubu’s priority is the welfare and happiness of Nigerians. Speaking to journalists after inspecting projects across satellite towns in…
The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has reaffirmed his support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Adeleke made this known on Tuesday in Osogbo while addressing cabinet members, special advisers and other top government officials, according to a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed. The governor said the ongoing crisis affecting local governments in Osun State has not altered his stance, noting that his backing for Tinubu dates back to his time in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). “We have no problem with President Tinubu. He is our leader,” Adeleke said. “He represents the South-West,…
The Kebbi State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reacted to the return of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, following his release from custody, urging calm among supporters while raising concerns over the broader implications of his legal challenges. In a statement issued on Tuesday by its Publicity Secretary, Habibu Abubakar Sambo, the party said Malami’s return to the state, which coincided with a gathering of supporters, reflected sustained public confidence in justice and due process despite the controversies surrounding his case. The ADC, however, called for restraint, urging its members and residents to remain peaceful…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has raised concerns over the circulation of a counterfeit breast cancer drug in Nigeria, warning that the development poses serious health risks to patients. The agency disclosed that the suspected fake product, Phesgo 600mg, was detected following complaints received by Roche from the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH-NSIA). According to NAFDAC, the complaints involved suspected counterfeit batches with numbers B2346B16 and C3809C5, which were reportedly brought in by patients for treatment. The agency noted that one of the batches, C3809C5, had a vial volume of about 20ml instead of…
The Edo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has announced the deployment of over 2,000 personnel across the state for the Eid al-Fitr celebration. The deployment is aimed at ensuring adequate security before, during and after the festive period. This was contained in a statement issued by the State Commandant, Akintayo Saidi Ayinla, and made available to journalists on Tuesday through the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Ogbebor Efosa. Ayinla said the deployment formed part of proactive measures to guarantee a peaceful and hitch-free celebration for residents, particularly Muslim faithful observing the festival. He disclosed that…
Human rights activist, Deji Adeyanju, has alleged that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is positioning himself to replace Nyesom Wike as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in 2027. Adeyanju made the claim in a video shared on his social media page, where he also described the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as a distraction. The activist further alleged that many members of the opposition party were working in favour of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. “PDP is a distraction; what is dead may never die again. I don’t want to bother myself about PDP now because everybody there is working…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has reaffirmed that its existing zoning arrangement for National Working Committee (NWC) positions will remain in force ahead of the party’s 2026 National Convention. In a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, said the decision is aimed at guiding aspirants and ensuring stability within the party as it prepares for key internal elections. According to the statement, the zoning formula outlined in the published 2026 schedule of nationwide congresses, national convention and related activities remains valid and will be strictly applied during the convention process. “The existing zoning…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed claims by the National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Felix Morka, that it is no longer a political party. The PDP, in a statement signed by its spokesman, Ini Ememobong, described Morka’s comment as “most unfortunate” and indicative of what it termed a delusional mindset. InfoStride News had earlier reported that Morka claimed the PDP had ceased to function as a political party due to the defection of some political office holders to the APC. Reacting, Ememobong said that despite the defections, Nigerians had continued to reject the ruling party.…
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, has predicted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu may soon face political challenges from individuals within his circle. Momodu made the remark while speaking on Sunday Politics on Channels Television. According to him, recent political developments, including the movement of some political figures to the ADC, indicate shifting alliances within the country’s political landscape. Momodu cited the case of former Interior Minister, Rauf Aregbesola, whom he described as a long-time ally of Tinubu but who has now aligned with the ADC. “Nobody knows Tinubu better than Rauf Aregbesola. He was governor…
Governor Mai Mala Buni has directed security agencies to adopt proactive measures to safeguard lives and property before, during and after the Eid al-Fitr celebrations in the state. Buni, who was represented by his deputy, Idi Barde Gubana, gave the directive on Monday during an expanded security meeting in Damaturu. He urged security operatives to maintain a visible presence across the state’s 17 local government areas and strengthen surveillance in border communities. “In a bid to curb insecurity, we must enhance intelligence-led patrols and foster synergy among security formations to prevent criminal elements from exploiting the festive period,” he said.…
The Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has said the party did not sack Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe or threaten to expel him, insisting that the lawmaker voluntarily resigned his membership. The party also accused Abaribe of allegedly recruiting some former members of the party to fabricate a letter in the name of APGA to support his claim that he was expelled. The position of the party was made known in a press statement issued by its spokesperson in Abia State, Chukwuemeka Nwokoro. Nwokoro said Abaribe’s claim that he was sacked from the party was intended to…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has criticised the state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over alleged threats to deploy federal power during the forthcoming governorship election. Adeleke also insisted that federal authority should be used for governance rather than election manipulation. The governor spoke on Saturday in Osogbo during a meeting with leaders and ward officials of the Accord Party political structure across the state’s 332 wards. He warned that attempts to intimidate voters ahead of the August 15 governorship poll would fail. Adeleke accused the Osun chapter of the APC of dragging the name of President Bola…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing the government of ignoring worsening poverty and economic hardship faced by Nigerians under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The accusations were contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi. According to the party, its earlier comments on the rising poverty level in the country were based on available data and the daily experiences of Nigerians. “The ADC takes note of the ruling party’s response to our earlier statement on the rising poverty figures under the Bola Tinubu-led…