The remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari were on Tuesday committed to mother earth in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, following an elaborate military committal ceremony and Islamic burial rites. The late president, who passed away at the age of 82 in a London clinic on Sunday while receiving treatment for an undisclosed illness, was buried in accordance with Islamic traditions in his private residence—at his favourite resting spot within his compound. The Janazah (funeral) prayers were led by the Chief Imam of Daura, with a large congregation of mourners in attendance, including religious leaders, traditional rulers, past and…
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A youth group within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a stern warning to former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, over reports of his possible exit from the ADC-led coalition should he fail to secure the party’s presidential ticket for the 2027 general election. In a statement released on Tuesday and signed by Comrade Abayomi Bello, Coordinator of the ADC Youth Vanguard, the group described such a move as politically dangerous and potentially damaging to Obi’s long-established image as a principled leader. The warning follows recent remarks by Dr Yunusa Tanko, a spokesperson associated with Peter Obi, which hinted…
A coalition of opposition political parties in Lagos State has called for the outright cancellation of last Saturday’s local government elections, describing the exercise as “undemocratic” and a “daylight robbery.” The parties—including the Labour Party (LP), Young Progressives Party (YPP), African Action Congress (AAC), Action People’s Party (APP), and Accord Party (AP)—made their position known during a joint press conference held in Lagos on Tuesday. Leaders of the various parties accused the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) of orchestrating widespread irregularities, disenfranchising candidates, and demonstrating blatant bias in favour of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Addressing journalists on…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ilorin Zonal Directorate, has secured the conviction of five individuals involved in cybercrime-related offences. The convictions followed separate trials at the Federal High Court and Kwara State High Court. The convicts — Ayinla Abdulmajid, Yusuf Onimisi, Muhammed Eneye, Abdulbasit Abdulmumeen, and Victor Anibe — were arraigned on various charges relating to internet fraud and impersonation. Ayinla, Yusuf, and Muhammed were tried before Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court, while Abdulbasit and Victor were prosecuted before Justices Sulaiman Akanbi and Haleema Saleeman of the Kwara State High Court respectively. According to the…
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with the gruesome murder of a Chinese national, Mr Chen Wang, an employee of WH Great Resource Limited, located in Ogere, Ogun State. The Force Public Relations Officer, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Olumuyiwa Adejobi, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday, describing the development as a major breakthrough in the ongoing efforts to combat violent crimes in the state. According to Adejobi, the case was initially reported to the Ogere Divisional Police Headquarters on January 12, 2025, following a distress call from the company. Officers who responded…
The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State has tendered an apology to party members and supporters for its failure to reclaim the September 2024 governorship mandate through the courts. Chairman of the PDP State Caretaker Committee, Tony Aziegbemi, made the appeal during a stakeholders’ meeting held on Monday in Benin City. The meeting was attended by the party’s 2024 governorship candidate, Dr Asue Ighodalo, members of the caretaker committee, and leaders from the state’s three senatorial districts. In his opening remarks, Aziegbemi expressed gratitude to members for their unwavering support throughout the electoral process and the…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured stakeholders of enhanced logistics, coordination, and transparency in the lead-up to the 2026 Osun State governorship election. The assurance was given by the Osun State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr Mutiu Agboke, during a town hall meeting with members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), held on Monday at the union’s state secretariat in Osogbo. The engagement, which forms part of INEC’s early preparations for the forthcoming election, brought together key electoral stakeholders to discuss effective strategies for election day logistics and transport coordination. Dr Agboke stressed the critical…
A fresh leadership crisis has erupted within the Osun State chapter of the Accord Party, with former executives and the current Chairman, Pastor Victor Akande, trading accusations over the legitimacy of the party’s leadership. At a press conference held on Monday in Osogbo, former members of the state executive council accused Pastor Akande and others of unlawfully occupying party offices beyond their tenure, which they claim expired in March 2025. Speaking on behalf of the former officials, the immediate past State Secretary, Nasiru Bolarinwa, declared that the Accord Party in Osun has remained without a valid executive committee for over…
Former Governor of Jigawa State, Alhaji Sule Lamido, has declared his support for the opposition coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stating that the alliance is aimed at rescuing Nigeria’s democracy from collapse. Lamido made the declaration while addressing supporters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) during an empowerment programme held at the party’s headquarters in Dutse, the Jigawa State capital. The former governor said he joined the ADC-led coalition, currently spearheaded by former Senate President David Mark, as part of a patriotic effort to restore democratic values allegedly eroded under the current All Progressives Congress (APC) administration. “Our…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Federal Government of attempting to erase the legacy of former President Muhammadu Buhari over the last two years, despite now posturing as chief mourners following his passing. In a statement issued on Monday by the ADC’s Interim National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party condemned what it described as “political hypocrisy” and alleged opportunism in the wake of the former President’s death. “The party and the government that had done everything in the last two years to tarnish his records, dismantle his legacies, and…
Former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, has passed away at the age of 82 in a private clinic in London, United Kingdom. The news of his death was announced on Sunday by his former spokesperson, Garba Shehu, via a post on social media platform X. “The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London. May Allah accept him in Aljannatul Firdaus, Amin,” Shehu wrote. Sources close to the family revealed that Buhari had been battling an undisclosed illness and was recently discharged from an…
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has revealed that former Kano State governor and leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, is currently in discussions with prominent figures in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition, ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking in a recent interview, Lawal confirmed that several key politicians from both the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the ADC coalition have been holding meetings with Kwankwaso in a bid to bring him into their fold. “Kwankwaso is a very influential politician, and any political movement would benefit from his presence,”…
The Osun State caucus of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared its unwavering loyalty to Governor Ademola Adeleke, resolving to follow him in any political direction he chooses. This resolution was part of a communiqué issued at the end of a high-level stakeholders’ meeting held on Saturday at the Government House Banquet Hall in Osogbo. The meeting, which drew representatives from all arms of the party and government, reaffirmed the party’s confidence in Governor Adeleke’s leadership and lauded his performance since taking office. “The PDP state leadership resolved to follow Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke wherever he goes,” the…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) is leading in the ongoing local government elections across Lagos State, as vote sorting and collation continue in the 20 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs). Although the exercise was largely peaceful, voter turnout remained low in many polling units across the state. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who cast his vote at polling unit 006, St. Stevens Nursery and Primary School, Adeniji-Adele, Lagos Island, acknowledged logistical delays in some areas but attributed them to early movement restrictions. “There were initial delays in the deployment of materials due to movement constraints, but…
The Yobe State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed reports suggesting mass defection of its members to an opposition coalition, describing the claims as false and a deliberate ploy to create confusion within its ranks. In a statement issued on Saturday, the state PDP chairman, Umar El-Gash, reaffirmed that the party remains united and fully prepared for the 2027 general elections. “The PDP in Yobe State is stronger today than it has been in recent times. The insinuation that our members are aligning with any coalition is false, unfounded, and a desperate attempt by political adversaries to…
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Lamurde Local Government Area with immediate effect, following rising insecurity and violent disturbances in the area. The announcement was made in a statement released on Saturday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Humwashi Wonosikou, in Yola. According to the statement, the curfew is aimed at restoring peace and order in communities affected by recent attacks and unrest within Lamurde LGA. “The government views these disturbances as unacceptable and has directed security agencies to enforce the curfew strictly,” Wonosikou stated. He warned that any individuals or groups…
The Imo State Government has announced a ban on open grazing within the state capital territory, effective from July 24, 2025, as part of efforts to maintain public order and safeguard the rights of residents. The Commissioner for Livestock Development, Anthony Mgbeahurike, issued the directive during a stakeholders’ meeting with cattle dealers and herders held in Owerri. According to the commissioner, the move is aimed at curbing the growing incidence of uncontrolled grazing, which has increasingly disrupted socio-economic activities in the capital city. “The government is committed to maintaining public order within the capital territory. We are taking steps to…
Joe Igbokwe, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has taken a swipe at political figures reportedly plotting to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, describing them as “appointment bandits.” In a strongly worded post on his official Facebook page, Igbokwe alleged that those behind the campaign to remove President Tinubu are largely individuals dismissed from the previous administration led by former President Muhammadu Buhari over allegations of corruption or poor performance. “All the bad politicians, all those PMB sent packing during his tenure for corruption, all those he sent away for non-performance, and…
The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has explained its absence from Saturday’s local government council election in Lagos State, citing internal setbacks and limited preparation time as reasons for its non-participation. The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) is conducting elections across the 20 constitutionally recognised local government areas and 37 local council development areas (LCDAs) in the state. In a statement issued by the NNPP’s National Publicity Secretary, Ogini Olaposi, the party described its failure to field candidates as “regrettable but necessary,” noting that internal challenges hindered its ability to organise effective campaigns. “We regret to inform all members…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has confirmed that it is fielding candidates in the 20 constitutionally recognised Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Saturday’s local government elections in Lagos State, in adherence to a landmark Supreme Court judgment on local government autonomy. The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) is conducting the elections across the 20 LGAs and the 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in the state. According to LASIEC, only 15 of the 19 political parties that initially expressed interest in the exercise successfully submitted candidate lists ahead of the polls. Speaking to journalists, the Lagos State Chairman of…