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…
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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…
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has announced the death of Mr. Ifeanyi Izeze, a pioneering member of his media team. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by Atiku’s media adviser, Paul Ibe. According to the statement, Izeze joined Atiku’s media team in 2006 after leaving the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria (ALSCON) in Ikot-Abasi, where he served as office manager. It noted that Izeze brought extensive experience from both journalism and Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, playing a key role in shaping media strategies and campaign policies for Atiku, particularly in the Niger Delta region. The…
The Kano State chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has condemned an attack on its members in Ruwan Bago Ward in Rogo Local Government Area of the state. The party said the incident occurred during an event where a prominent politician was leaving the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the NNPP. According to the party, the attack was allegedly carried out by thugs linked to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement issued by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Ibrahim Karaye, the NNPP described the incident as unacceptable and called for a thorough investigation. “The party…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Plateau State says it has successfully conducted party primaries in 15 of the state’s 17 local government areas ahead of the local government elections scheduled for September 9. The state chairman of the party, Hanatu Gagara, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), noting that the exercise was largely peaceful across the affected councils. Gagara explained that primaries were not conducted in Mikang and Langtang South local government areas because aspirants from the two councils submitted their nomination forms after the deadline for the sale of forms had expired.…
Confusion erupted on Saturday during the congress of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Taraba State after members of the congress committee announced two different individuals as the party’s consensus chairman, sparking outrage among delegates and party faithful. The drama reportedly began when a member of the congress committee declared Victor Samuel Falack as the consensus chairman of the party in the state. Party members present at the venue applauded and affirmed Falack’s nomination, believing the process had been concluded. However, the situation took a dramatic turn moments later when another member of the committee, said to have arrived from…
The election to choose new leaders of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Osun State was stalled on Saturday after members of the electoral committee expected to supervise the exercise failed to appear at the venue. The election was scheduled to take place at the office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Osogbo, where representatives of political parties had gathered in anticipation of the exercise. By late morning, chairmen representing the 19 registered political parties in the state had arrived and signed the attendance register placed at the entrance of the INEC premises. However, despite the early arrival…