Panic erupted in the Okpuno area of Awka on Friday morning when gunmen, operating in a sports utility vehicle, abducted an unidentified man who was reportedly returning after dropping off his children at school. Eyewitnesses said the attackers, driving a stainless-colored Highlander SUV without a number plate, fired shots into the air to disperse bystanders before seizing their victim and fleeing the scene. The gunfire caused chaos as passersby scrambled for safety. The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed the incident and assured residents that efforts are underway to rescue the victim and apprehend the perpetrators. In a statement on…
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Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has dismissed rumours suggesting he plans to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), insisting he remains firmly committed to the party. Mbah made the clarification on Saturday during an interactive session with members of the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE) in Enugu. “I am still in the PDP. As you can see, the flag behind me is that of the PDP,” he said, reaffirming his loyalty to the party despite its internal challenges. Acknowledging the issues facing the PDP, Mbah expressed confidence that the party would resolve its internal disputes, emphasising that the PDP is…
A governorship aspirant under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State, Mrs. Funmi Ogun, has expressed optimism about the party’s readiness to reclaim power in the state in the forthcoming June 20, 2026 gubernatorial election. Ogun, a former Commissioner for Works, said the PDP has gained significant momentum across Ekiti, driven by the dedication of its members and the public’s growing demand for change. In a statement issued on Saturday by her Special Adviser on Media, Oladimeji Atenibiaje, Ogun stressed that ongoing mobilisation and grassroots engagement have positioned the PDP as a credible alternative to the ruling All Progressives…
The Arewa 19 Pyramid for Grassroots Development has called on political stakeholders and interest groups to stop distracting President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima from their mandate of delivering good governance. Speaking at a press conference in Gombe on Saturday, the group’s convener, Mr. Ahmed Abdulraheem, described the Tinubu-Shettima partnership as a symbol of political stability, inclusion, and renewed focus on national progress. According to Abdulraheem, the administration is on the right path towards prosperity and development and must not be derailed by unnecessary political speculation or divisive narratives. “It is not yet time for politics. The present…
Governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have described the recent resignation of the party’s National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, as part of the APC’s natural evolution and institutional growth. The Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) made this known in a communiqué issued on Saturday at the end of its two-day strategic regional meeting held in Benin City, Edo State, hosted by Governor Monday Okpebholo. The communiqué was read by the PGF Chairman and Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma. According to the governors, the APC remains the most coherent political party in Nigeria, with a strong track…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kebbi State has announced its readiness to join a wider political coalition aimed at dislodging the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at both the state and national levels. The declaration was made on Saturday during a stakeholders’ meeting held in Birnin Kebbi, where party leaders reaffirmed their commitment to revamping the PDP’s structure and resolving lingering internal disputes. Addressing journalists after the meeting, State PDP Chairman, Dr. Ibrahim Mera, said the party had agreed to support any credible alliance capable of mounting an effective challenge to the APC’s dominance. He added that members also…
The Presidency has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has been replaced. In a statement issued Saturday night, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, described the report as false and the work of “agents of mischief.” “There has been no change in the status of His Excellency, Senator George Akume, as Secretary to the Government of the Federation,” the statement read. “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, currently in Saint Lucia, has not made any new appointments.” Onanuga urged Nigerians to disregard what…
Malam Aminu Ibrahim Ringim, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) gubernatorial candidate for Jigawa State in the 2023 general election, says party members are waiting for guidance from the party’s national leader, Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, amid speculations about a possible merger ahead of the 2027 polls. Speaking in an interview with Newsmen on Saturday, Ringim dismissed rumours that the NNPP was on the verge of merging with one of the major political parties, urging loyalists to remain focused and united. “I want to tell all our party supporters that, for now, we are for the NNPP and we will…
Ali Bukar Dalori, the newly appointed Acting National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has arrived in Abuja to formally resume duties following the resignation of his predecessor, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje. Ganduje stepped down from the position on Friday, citing health reasons for his decision. However, sources within the party have hinted that the former chairman may have been pressured to resign, though this remains unconfirmed. Until his elevation, Dalori served as the APC Vice Chairman (North) and is a prominent party figure from Borno State in the North-East region. Party insiders say Dalori’s immediate focus will be on…
A governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State, Mrs. Funmi Ogun, has expressed strong optimism about the party’s chances in the forthcoming 2026 gubernatorial election but cautioned that unresolved internal disputes could threaten its prospects. Ogun, a former Commissioner for Works in Ekiti State, said the PDP had gained significant momentum across the state due to the dedication of its members and growing public desire for political change. In a statement issued in Ado Ekiti on Saturday by her Special Adviser on Media, Oladimeji Atenibiaje, Ogun noted that the ongoing grassroots mobilisation and engagement by party…
The governorship candidate of the Africa Democratic Congress (ADC) for the upcoming Anambra State election, Mr. John Nwosu, has confirmed payment of the mandatory N50 million campaign levy imposed by the Anambra State Signage and Advertising Agency (ANSAA). In a statement issued on Thursday, Nwosu disclosed that he had fully complied with the state’s requirement to enable him brand campaign vehicles and display other promotional materials. “In compliance and furtherance of the rule of law, today the John Nwosu Campaign Organisation and the Africa Democratic Congress paid in full the assessed mandatory Fifty Million Naira required of governorship candidates to…
The Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to take urgent steps to rebuild public trust in Nigeria’s electoral process, warning that low voter turnout in recent polls signals widespread disillusionment. Speaking on Thursday at INEC’s second quarterly meeting with political parties in Abuja, IPAC Chairman, Dr. Yusuf Mamman Dantalle, said many Nigerians are losing faith in the system due to fears that their votes will not count, persistent electoral violence, and concerns over politicians who fail to fulfil campaign promises. “This is unacceptable and must be addressed immediately,” Dantalle said. “Active citizens’…
Suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has held his first reconciliation meeting with the suspended Speaker of the House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, and other aggrieved lawmakers. Multiple sources confirmed on Thursday evening that the closed-door meeting, held in Abuja, ended on a positive note, with Fubara and Amaewhule seen sharing jokes and laughter while holding hands — a gesture interpreted as a sign of goodwill. According to insiders, the meeting marks the first genuine step towards bridging the divide between the governor and the state legislators. “The suspended Governor is determined to make peace. He has started the real…
The Imo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly criticised Governor Hope Uzodinma’s recent State of the State address, describing it as misleading, lacking transparency, and failing to address pressing security and economic challenges. In a press statement issued by its spokesperson, Lancelot Obiaku, the PDP said the Governor’s speech, delivered during his visit to the State House of Assembly, was “full of emptiness, uninspiring with old tales without positive future.” The party argued that Uzodinma’s remarks merely repeated previous statements without offering new solutions or tangible progress. “There was nothing new from his last address a…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has assured that the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State will be resolved through the intervention of the National Assembly. Speaking on Thursday during the commissioning of the Kugbo Taxi and Bus Terminal in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Akpabio said the National Assembly is committed to restoring peace and political stability in the state. He added that efforts are underway to tackle the root causes of the conflict and promote reconciliation among stakeholders. “We are determined to ensure that normalcy returns to Rivers State. The National Assembly will work closely with all parties involved to…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has vowed that the party’s upcoming National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting will take decisive action against individuals found to be working against its interests. George made the remarks during an interview on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Thursday, amid ongoing confusion over the party’s 100th NEC meeting scheduled for Monday, June 30, 2025. He also addressed concerns about the influence of Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, in the party’s internal affairs, stating categorically that the PDP is not owned by any individual. “Nyesom Wike does not…
A major political shift is unfolding in Kano State as Mustapha Hamza Buhari Bakwana, a close confidant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has dumped the ruling party for the opposition New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). Bakwana, a renowned grassroots mobiliser and former political adviser to Ganduje during his tenure as governor, officially joined the NNPP on Wednesday, signaling a significant defection in the North-West political landscape. He also resigned his position as Senior Legislative Aide to Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, as part of his move. Speaking to a crowd of loyal supporters…
Amid increasing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, confusion continues to trail the status and direction of the proposed opposition coalition reportedly being championed by prominent political figures including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, and former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi. The uncertainty surrounds the formal adoption of a political party by the coalition, following the emergence of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA)—a new political platform which is yet to be registered by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Although ADA has been touted by some…
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the approval by the State House of Assembly for Governor Monday Okpebholo to obtain a N100 billion loan from First Bank of Nigeria Plc for infrastructural projects, describing the move as “reckless, unacceptable, and dangerous.” In a statement issued on Wednesday in Benin City, Dr. Tony Aziegbemi, Chairman of the Edo PDP Caretaker Committee, expressed outrage over the borrowing plan, warning that it poses a serious threat to the state’s fiscal sustainability. According to Aziegbemi, Edo’s total domestic debt between the state’s creation on August 27, 1991, and…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fulfilling all promises made under the Renewed Hope Agenda, assuring Nigerians—particularly the people of Nasarawa State—of continued developmental support. The President gave the assurance on Wednesday during a visit to the Emir of Lafia, Justice Sidi Bage Muhammad (rtd), at his palace in Lafia, the Nasarawa State capital. While addressing the Emir and other dignitaries, Tinubu praised Governor Abdullahi Sule for his prudent and transparent management of resources, which he said has attracted the confidence of the Federal Government and investors alike. “I am delighted to be back in Nasarawa,”…