As one of the main epicenters of the ignominious trade in human cargo and misery, the West African nation of Ghana has fired the first salvo in the debate about atonement and culpability. While most of Africa and the rest of the world slept, President John Dramani Mahama was at United Nations in New York last Tuesday asking the world body to recognize the enslavement of Africans during the transatlantic slave trade as the “gravest crime against humanity”. Advocates believe that a UN resolution is needed to pave the way for healing and justice. “Let it be recorded”, Mahama said,…
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The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has disclosed that the All Progressives Congress (APC) currently has 32 state governors under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Akpabio expressed optimism that the number would increase ahead of the 2027 general elections. He made the statement on Friday during the APC 8th National Convention and Elective Convention held in Abuja. The Senate President also noted that Nigeria is undergoing significant transformation despite prevailing economic challenges. “We are proud of these reforms. You are bringing dignity to Nigeria. Nigeria is returning to the world stage,” he said. Addressing party members, Akpabio…
Human rights activist, Aisha Yesufu, has stated that no political science degree could have provided the level of practical knowledge she has gained and continues to acquire as a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Yesufu, who is also the co-convener of the Bring Back Our Girls Movement, made the remark in a statement shared via her verified X handle on Saturday. InfoStride News recalls that the activist joined the ADC on December 31, 2025, shortly after the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, defected to the party. According to her, active participation in party politics…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced adjustments to its revised timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections. The decision followed a meeting with political parties held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, where concerns were raised over the timeline for the submission of parties’ registers of members. The submission period was initially fixed from April 1 to April 21, 2026. In a statement signed by Mohammed Kudu Haruna, National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, the commission said the adjustment was necessary to align with the 21-day requirement stipulated in Section 77(4)…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Thursday hosted delegates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Rivers State at his residence in Abuja. Those in attendance included the APC National Vice Chairman (South-South), Victor Giadom, senators, members of the House of Representatives, Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, state lawmakers, and other senior party leaders from Rivers State. The meeting comes days after the APC South-South Zonal Congress held on Wednesday in Asaba. At the congress, Giadom was re-elected as National Vice Chairman (South-South), while Samuel Nwanosike emerged as the party’s…
A former President of the Senate, Bukola Saraki, has dismissed claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu betrayed him during the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari. Saraki made the clarification while speaking on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television, monitored by newsmen. Responding to questions on whether Tinubu played a role in the political and legal challenges he faced while serving as Senate President, Saraki said it would be unfair to blame the current president. “That’s not fair on President Tinubu. During former President Buhari’s administration, Tinubu didn’t have the say that they claimed he had,” he said. He…
The Zamfara State Police Command has reported significant improvements in the security situation across parts of Zamfara State, with displaced residents gradually returning to their communities. The command’s spokesperson, Yazid Abubakar, disclosed that the progress is a result of sustained security operations and collaboration between the state government and the judiciary, which ensured the prompt prosecution of suspected bandits and their informants. According to him, the police also adopted a strategy of engaging community leaders before deploying mobile police personnel to previously deserted areas, encouraging displaced residents to return and rebuild their lives. Abubakar cited the Zebri community in Maradu…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Daboikiabo Warmate, has reiterated that the party will not support the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Warmate made this known on Friday during an interview on Trust TV, monitored by DAILY POST. Speaking on the party’s position, he dismissed suggestions that the PDP could endorse Tinubu, describing such a stance as a personal opinion of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and not that of the party. “That position to support President Tinubu is just a personal position of the FCT Minister.…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Joe Igbokwe, has alleged that the security crisis in Nigeria is man-made. Igbokwe made the claim in a post on his official Facebook page, where he accused some Nigerian politicians of sponsoring acts of violence for selfish political interests. According to him, certain political actors resort to instigating unrest after losing elections in a bid to gain advantage. “The so-called insecurity in Nigeria is man made. When criminals lose elections, they sponsor uneducated street urchins to create insecurity to score cheap political points,” he said. He, however, expressed optimism that those allegedly…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has accused Governor Seyi Makinde of abandoning governance to focus on political activities ahead of the 2027 elections. The allegation was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Wasiu Olawale Sadare. According to the APC, the governor has relegated his official responsibilities, leaving critical issues requiring urgent attention unattended while pursuing political ambitions. The party claimed that several challenges, including recent security breaches, waste management concerns, and road accidents in the state, have not received adequate government response due to the governor’s alleged absence. Sadare, in the…
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…
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…