The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Rivers State, Chief Tony Okocha, has formally flagged off the party’s electronic registration (e-registration) exercise in the state. The flag-off ceremony took place at the APC Rivers State Secretariat and attracted a large turnout, including members of the State Working Committee, trained coordinators and registration trainees drawn from all 23 local government areas of the state. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Special Assistant on Media and Communication to the chairman, Jacobs Chimezie Happiness. Speaking at the event, Okocha underscored the importance of deploying technology in party administration,…
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The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, is set to host a joint wedding ceremony for nine of his children, all scheduled to take place on the same day. The former governor of Zamfara State will hold the large-scale wedding ceremony on February 6, 2026, at the Central Mosque in Abuja. Details of the event emerged following the circulation of a general invitation card announcing the date and venue of the multiple weddings. Subsequent wedding cards also revealed the names of several couples expected to tie the knot at the ceremony. According to the invitation, a former Speaker of…
The Kano State Police Command has confirmed a link between the recent murder of a woman and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi and the earlier killing of two women in Tudun Yola, both within Kano metropolis. The Tudun Yola incident occurred in November 2025, when unidentified assailants reportedly stormed a residence, killed two co-wives and set the house on fire. The attack caused widespread fear at the time, as no suspects were immediately identified and details surrounding the crime remained unclear. However, fresh revelations have emerged following the arrest of suspects connected to the Dorayi Chiranchi killings. In a…
The Benue State Government has moved to address concerns surrounding the slaughterhouse located along Awe Street in Makurdi, the state capital. Governor Hyacinth Alia has directed the Benue State Urban Development Board (BSUDB) to take immediate action at the site following complaints from members of the public. In line with the directive, heads of departments from the BSUDB visited the area to carry out an on-the-spot assessment of the situation. An official of the board confirmed that all necessary heavy-duty equipment has been mobilised, adding that work would commence on Sunday, January 19, 2026. Residents and business operators within the…
Former Vice President and presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has condemned the killing of a mother and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi, Kano State, describing the incident as a senseless act of violence against innocent Nigerians. InfoStride News reports that the tragic incident occurred on Saturday after the housewife’s nephew, Umar Auwalu, allegedly led a syndicate to the family’s residence. In a statement released on Sunday, Atiku expressed deep sorrow over the killings and extended his condolences to the bereaved family and the affected community. He questioned the effectiveness of recent directives issued to security agencies, asking whether they were…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed reports alleging that it directed its members to contribute N10,000 each to fund party activities, describing the claim as false and misleading. The party made this known in a statement issued on Sunday by its National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong. The PDP faulted a publication by The Observer Times titled “PDP Calls on Members to Contribute N10,000 Each in Bid to Fund Party Activities,” insisting that the headline did not reflect the party’s true position. According to the PDP, while the body of the report accurately quoted comments made during an interview,…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has declared that its primary objective ahead of the 2027 general elections is to unseat President Bola Tinubu from power. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, made this known on Friday while speaking on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television monitored by newsmen. According to Abdullahi, removing President Tinubu from office is essential to reclaiming the country from what he described as poor governance and abuse of power. “We want to get Tinubu out of power. That’s the only way we can get our country back,” he said. He stressed that the party’s…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has warned that the state must not be allowed to slide into what it described as a “legislative coup d’état,” amid the ongoing impeachment moves against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Ordu. The party made the position known in a statement signed by its State Publicity Secretary, Darlington Nwauju, in which it also urged the Chief Judge of Rivers State to comply with a recent court order issued by the High Court. According to the APC, it has carefully reviewed the circumstances surrounding the decision of members of the…
The trial of two alleged senior members of Ansaru, a terrorist group linked to al-Qaeda, was stalled on Thursday at the Federal High Court in Abuja following complaints by defence counsel that he was denied access to his clients in detention. The matter could not proceed after the defence lawyer, Bala Dakum, informed the trial judge, Justice Emeka Nwite, that the Department of State Services (DSS) had prevented him from meeting the defendants, Mahmud Usman and Abubakar Abba. The two men were arrested by Nigerian security agencies in August 2025 and are standing trial on 32 terrorism-related charges, including allegations…
A socio-political activist and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Aisha Yesufu, has criticised members of the Rivers State House of Assembly over moves to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy. In a statement issued on Friday, Yesufu said lawmakers who have deviated from their primary responsibility of representing the people should be recalled from office. She, however, lamented the challenges associated with recalling legislators, blaming the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for what she described as a process that makes accountability almost impossible. According to her, members of the Rivers Assembly have become tools in the hands…
The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State, Benjamin Omale, has said the ongoing digital registration of members remains the most credible means of determining genuine party membership. Omale stated that the nationwide APC e-registration exercise was designed to strengthen the party’s internal structure and would play a critical role in the re-election of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Hyacinth Alia in the 2027 general elections. He made the remarks during the formal launch of the APC membership e-registration exercise in his hometown, Ohimini Local Government Area of the state. The party chairman noted that wide participation…
The Rivers State House of Assembly has said that the Chief Judge of the state has received and acknowledged official correspondence conveying notices of alleged gross misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Nma Odu. The confirmation was contained in a statement issued by the Assembly’s spokesperson and Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Petitions and Complaints, Hon. Dr Enemi Alabo George. According to the statement, all relevant documents, including the notices detailing the allegations against the governor and his deputy, were duly attached to the correspondence forwarded to the Chief Judge. Enemi stated that the…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has formally welcomed the publisher of Ovation Magazine, Dele Momodu, into the party. The party made this known in a statement posted on its verified X handle on Friday. InfoStride News reports that Momodu on Thursday officially joined the opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. Shortly after announcing his defection in Benin City, the Edo State capital, while addressing his supporters, Momodu said his decision was driven by a desire to promote the interests of the people, stressing that he was not seeking any elective office in the state. Reacting to his entry…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Segun Sowunmi, has said the party possesses a strong grassroots base that makes it impossible to dismiss its chances in the 2027 general elections. Sowunmi stated this on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, monitored by newsmen. Speaking on the party’s prospects ahead of the next elections, the PDP stalwart expressed confidence in the party’s enduring political relevance, despite its current internal challenges. “PDP has a groundswell and cannot be ruled out in the 2027 elections,” he said. “You just have to wait until they blow the whistle. Let…
Members of the Rivers State House of Assembly on Friday declared that they would proceed with the impeachment of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The lawmakers made the announcement during an ongoing press conference in Port Harcourt. InfoStride News reports that Governor Fubara and members of the Assembly have been locked in a prolonged political face-off, which has heightened tensions in the state. more info soon
Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos East Senatorial District have raised concerns over growing internal divisions within the party, warning that continued infighting could jeopardise its chances in the 2027 general elections. The warning was issued on Thursday during the Lagos East Senatorial District Stakeholders’ Meeting held in Lagos, where the senator representing the district, Senator Tokunbo Abiru, and the Lagos State APC Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, called for renewed unity among party members. Abiru acknowledged the existence of factional disagreements within the district and appealed to party leaders to initiate reconciliation efforts to address lingering grievances…
A former senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, has paid tribute to Nigeria’s Armed Forces on the occasion of the Armed Forces Remembrance Day, commending their sacrifices in the service of peace and security. Sani made the remarks in a post shared on his X handle, where he praised the courage, dedication and selflessness of members of the armed forces, both past and present. He noted that the annual remembrance provides an opportunity for Nigerians to celebrate and appreciate the gallant men and women who have endured hardship, separation from their families and, in many cases, paid the ultimate price…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has directed the immediate employment of children of deceased servicemen in the state as part of measures to support families of fallen heroes. The directive was issued on Thursday during the Armed Forces Remembrance Day ceremony held at the Government House in Port Harcourt, marking activities for the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day. According to the governor, the decision underscores the commitment of the Rivers State Government to the welfare of the Armed Forces, other security agencies, and the families of personnel who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty. Fubara instructed the…
Former presidential candidate, Dele Momodu, on Thursday officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Momodu made the declaration in Benin City, the Edo State capital, while addressing his supporters, stressing that his decision was driven by the desire to promote the interests of the people rather than personal ambition. He stated that he was not seeking any elective position in the state, but was committed to contributing to the political development of Edo and advancing the welfare of its people. Reflecting on his personal journey, Momodu said it took him over 50 years of hard work and careful planning to…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured that the August 8, 2026 governorship election in Osun State will be conducted peacefully and will not degenerate into violence. The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Osun State, Dr Mutiu Agboke, gave the assurance on Thursday during the commission’s annual New Year prayer for 2026, held at INEC’s state office in Osogbo. The assurance comes as INEC intensifies preparations for the forthcoming governorship election. Agboke said the commission was making extensive arrangements ahead of the poll and cautioned against narratives suggesting that the election would be characterised by unrest. “Stop saying Osun…