APC Implicated in PDP’s Internal Turmoil, Claims Ex-Imo Governor Udenwa

Tolu Adebayo

APC Implicated in PDP’s Internal Turmoil, Claims Ex-Imo Governor Udenwa In a bold accusation, former Imo State governor Achike Udenwa has pointed fingers at the All Progressives Congress (APC) for fueling the ongoing crisis within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking on a recent television appearance, Udenwa dismissed rumors of PDP members from the South-East defecting to the APC, emphasizing that the PDP remains the top choice for Nigerians amid its internal struggles. Udenwa, a prominent PDP figure, made these remarks during an interview on Arise TV’s “The Morning Show”…

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APC in Kaduna’s Sanga LGA Endorses Tinubu and Sani for 2027 Re-Election

Tolu Adebayo

APC in Kaduna’s Sanga LGA Endorses Tinubu and Sani for 2027 Re-Election GWANTU, Kaduna State – In a significant political development, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sanga Local Government Area (LGA) of Kaduna State has officially endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Uba Sani for second terms in office ahead of the 2027 general elections. This endorsement, announced during a high-profile caucus meeting at the council headquarters in Gwantu, signals the party’s ambition to strengthen its foothold in a region historically dominated by the opposition Peoples Democratic Party…

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Tenure Elongation: Aiyedatiwa Lobbies NASS Members, Engages SANs

Tolu Adebayo

Tenure Elongation: Aiyedatiwa Lobbies NASS Members, Engages SANs Ondo Governor Aiyedatiwa Pursues Constitutional Amendment for Potential Tenure Extension In a strategic bid to navigate constitutional limitations, Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has reportedly initiated behind-the-scenes efforts to influence members of the National Assembly. These moves aim to amend Section 183(3) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as altered by the Fourth Alteration, No. 16 Act of 2017), which restricts successors who complete an incomplete gubernatorial term. Enacted in 2019 under former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, the…

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Reviving Nigeria’s Manufacturing Sector: Akpabio Calls for Urgent Action and Local Innovation

Tolu Adebayo

Reviving Nigeria’s Manufacturing Sector: Akpabio Calls for Urgent Action and Local Innovation In a passionate appeal to stakeholders, Senate President Godswill Akpabio has emphasized the critical need to breathe new life into Nigeria’s struggling manufacturing sector. Once a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, industries such as textiles and cash crops—including cotton, groundnuts, and palm oil—have experienced significant decline, leaving behind a trail of lost opportunities and economic challenges. Akpabio’s remarks underscore a growing consensus that revitalizing these sectors is essential for sustainable growth and self-reliance in Africa’s most populous country.…

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Reps Approve N1.78 Trillion FCT 2025 Budget in Second Reading”

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

The House of Representatives on Tuesday approved the N1.78 trillion Federal Capital Territory (FCT) 2025 budget for second reading. House Leader Hon. Julius Ihonvbere sponsored the Appropriation Bill, and Minority Leader Hon. Kingsley Chinda seconded the motion during plenary. The proposed budget allocates N150.35 billion for personnel costs and N343.77 billion for overhead. Lawmakers assigned the remaining N1.28 trillion to capital projects. The House referred the bill to the committees on Federal Capital Territory and FCT Area Councils/Ancillary Matters for further scrutiny. President Bola Tinubu submitted the budget proposal earlier,…

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Dangote Clarifies: We’re Not in Competition with NNPC

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

The President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has clarified that the Dangote refinery does not compete with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). In a statement issued on Friday, NNPC spokesperson Olufemi Soneye disclosed that Dangote made this clarification during his visit to the new Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC, Bayo Ojulari, in Abuja. Soneye explained that the visit formed part of ongoing efforts to build mutually beneficial partnerships and encourage healthy competition between NNPC and the Dangote refinery. Observers had previously noted signs of rivalry…

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“El-Rufai Blames Judiciary for Corruption”

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has directly blamed the Nigerian judiciary for fostering corruption and eroding public trust in the justice system. He accused many judges and lawyers of compromising their responsibilities in delivering fair justice. While speaking on Monday, May 19, 2025, during the Law Week of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Bwari Branch, in Abuja, El-Rufai said the Nigerian public has lost faith in the judiciary due to repeated delays in legal proceedings and rulings that many view as biased or externally influenced. “Our judiciary—tasked with…

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PRESS RELEASE: FCT POLICE COMMAND NEUTRALIZES ARMED ROBBERY SUSPECT, ARRESTS SEVEN GANG MEMBERS

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has successfully dismantled a notorious seven-man armed robbery and carjacking gang in a coordinated joint tactical operation led by the Scorpion Squad. Acting on credible intelligence that the gang was planning to rob an unsuspecting victim around the Maitama area on May 19, 2025, Police operatives swiftly mobilized and intercepted the suspects on May 15, 2025. Upon sighting the operatives, the gang opened fire. During the exchange, officers neutralized one of the suspects, Abdulmininu Bello, aka Babanle. They arrested the following seven suspects…

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Emotional Plea from Obasanjo: Tackling Nigeria’s Escalating Poverty and Hunger Crisis

Tolu Adebayo

Obasanjo shared a personal moment of reflection, stating, “Forgive me, this is the first time I’m shedding tears of my own.” Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo delivered a heartfelt address on the deepening challenges of poverty and hunger plaguing millions across the country. In a video statement, he expressed profound concern over the situation, describing it as a dire threat to basic human survival and dignity that has escalated in recent times. With visible emotion, Obasanjo shared a personal moment of reflection, stating, “Forgive me, this is the first time…

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LABOUR PARTY’S PETER OBI CLARIFIES RELATIONSHIP WITH PRESIDENT TINUBU, REITERATES COMMITMENT TO GOOD GOVERNANCE by

Tolu Adebayo

LABOUR PARTY’S PETER OBI CLARIFIES RELATIONSHIP WITH PRESIDENT TINUBU, REITERATES COMMITMENT TO GOOD GOVERNANCE Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has stated that he is not at odds with President Bola Tinubu, stressing that his primary focus remains on promoting good governance and tackling pressing social issues in Nigeria. Speaking at a public engagement upon his return from Rome on Monday, Obi addressed the public’s reaction to a photograph showing him with the president at a recent event. He emphasized that his “fight is against bad governance,…

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FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Dismisses PDP’s Chances in 2027 Presidential Race

Tolu Adebayo

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Dismisses PDP’s Chances in 2027 Presidential Race Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has declared that his former party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stands no chance of securing victory in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking during his monthly media engagement with journalists in Abuja on Monday, Wike cautioned that internal selfish agendas could further undermine the party’s prospects and lead to its downfall. Wike underscored the importance of effective leadership, warning that any lapses in this area would have severe repercussions…

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Obi Urges Urgent Federal Action as Borno Security Worsens

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi has condemned the escalating insecurity in Borno State, especially in the Marte area and urged the Federal Government to urgently deploy reinforcements to support troops already on ground. Obi expressed deep concern over the deteriorating security situation, describing it as “unsettling” and warned that the crisis in Marte has grown beyond a local emergency and now demands national attention and action. He praised Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State for his courageous leadership. Obi commended Zulum for not only visiting the threatened…

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