Day: June 8, 2025

Afenifere Calls for President Tinubu’s Impeachment Over Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Contract

Tolu Adebayo

Afenifere Calls for President Tinubu’s Impeachment Over Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Contract A faction of the pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, has urged the National Assembly to initiate impeachment proceedings against President Bola Tinubu. The call comes amid allegations of conflict of interest relating to the award of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway contract. Oba Oladipo Olaitan, leader of the group, expressed strong condemnation in an interview with Saturday PUNCH following President Tinubu’s recent public acknowledgment of a partnership with Gilbert Chagoury, the contractor responsible for the project. The declaration was made during…

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Ex-Minister, Deputy Speaker team up for Tinubu re-election

Tolu Adebayo

Dr. Uche Ogah and Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu Pledge Joint Support for President Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election In a show of political unity and strategic collaboration, former Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Uche Ogah, and the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, have pledged to work together towards the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027. The commitment was made during a visit by Dr. Ogah to the Renewed Hope Partners (RHP) office in Umuahia on Saturday, where he met with Deputy Speaker…

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Saraki: PDP Remains Only Viable Opposition Amidst Defections, Eyes 2027

Tolu Adebayo

Saraki: PDP Remains Only Viable Opposition Amidst Defections, Eyes 2027 Ilorin, Kwara State – Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has declared the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) the sole credible opposition force capable of mounting a strong challenge in Nigeria’s democratic space ahead of the 2027 general elections, despite acknowledging a wave of defections from its ranks. Speaking during a strategic engagement with party stakeholders in Ilorin, Saraki, who serves as the Chairman of the PDP Reconciliation Committee, expressed optimism regarding the party’s capacity to regain stability and mobilize effectively. He…

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President Tinubu Condoles Senator Smart Adeyemi on Passing of Mother, Princess Victoria Adeyemi

Tolu Adebayo

President Tinubu Condoles Senator Smart Adeyemi on Passing of Mother, Princess Victoria Adeyemi ABUJA, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt condolences to Senator Smart Adeyemi following the passing of his beloved mother, Princess Victoria Oyeyemi Adeyemi (née Ibilola). In a statement released by his media office, President Tinubu paid tribute to the late matriarch and community leader, recalling her fondly for her benevolence, humility, and peaceful disposition. He noted that these qualities earned her the affection and respect of all who came in contact with her throughout…

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Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno Joins APC: Akpabio Declares ‘Development Only From Ruling Party’

Tolu Adebayo

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno Joins APC: Akpabio Declares ‘Development Only From Ruling Party’ UYO, AKWA IBOM – [Today’s Date] – Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reportedly joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The move was welcomed and announced by Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, who asserted that development could only emanate from the party controlling the federal government. Speaking at an event in Uyo on Friday, where Governor Eno’s defection was announced, Senator Akpabio, represented by his wife, Mrs. Uloma Akpabio, congratulated the Governor and…

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Kaduna PDP Condemns Bandit Attacks, Demands Immediate Government Action

Tolu Adebayo

Kaduna PDP Condemns Bandit Attacks, Demands Immediate Government Action Kaduna, Nigeria – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kaduna State has strongly condemned recent bandit attacks that targeted communities in Giwa and Kajuru Local Government Areas, resulting in tragic loss of lives, injuries, and rustling of cattle. In a statement issued on Saturday, the State Chairman of the party, Edward Percy Masha, expressed deep concern over the incidents in Kagara and Ugom communities of Giwa and Kajuru LGAs, respectively. He confirmed that reports indicated the tragic loss of two valued…

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