The Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has ordered the removal of traditional rulers in the Amasiri clan of Afikpo Local Government Area and directed the withdrawal of their staff of office. He also sacked the Commissioner for Tertiary Education from the area, Prof. Amari Omaka, and dissolved the entire political and traditional leadership structure of…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) warned Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, and other senior government and party officials to stop fueling needless speculation and focus on their primary duty of diligent service to the government and the party. APC also dismissed growing media reports about the possible replacement of Vice President…
About three months after it denied reports of a failed coup, the Nigerian military, yesterday, confirmed that the findings of an investigation into the conduct of 16 detained officers had linked them to an attempted coup to overthrow the administration of President Bola Tinubu. The announcement followed revelations that a number of officers were under…
Minister of Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has warned that All Progressives Congress (APC) may significantly weaken its chances in the 2027 presidential election if it drops Vice President Kashim Shettima from the ticket, or fails to pick a northern Muslim to run with President Bola Tinubu in his re-election bid. Musawa spoke at a recent…
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has declared that political appointments following the 2027 general elections will be strictly reserved for party loyalists rather than technocrats or professionals. Nentawe emphasised that governance is inherently political and appointees must actively support the party that brought them to power. According to…
A Federal High Court has affirmed Senator Nenadi Usman as the legitimate leader of the Labour Party. Justice Peter Lifu, in his ruling, removed Julius Abure from office and ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to recognise Usman’s caretaker committee. Lifu based his action on the apex court judgment delivered on April 4, 2025,…
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the State House,Abuja, in a development that has intensified speculation about his political future and a possible shift inparty allegiance.Governor Yusuf arrived at the president’s office at about 4:13 p.m., dressed in his signature whiteflowing outfit and red Kwankwasiyya cap. The meeting,…
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has expressed confidence that his successor in 2031 will surpass hisown achievements, as he continues efforts to lay what he described as a “solid foundation” for thestate’s development.The governor made the remarks on Sunday, January 18, 2026 during a ground reception serviceorganised in his honour by the Assemblies of…
European leaders issued strong criticisms and coordinated responses after U.S. President Donald Trumpannounced plans to impose tariffs on several European countries over their opposition to his bid toacquire Greenland.Trump’s announcement last weekend on his social media platform detailed plans to impose a 10percent tariff on goods from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom,…
Nigeria paused on Thursday to honour its military heroes as the nation observed Armed ForcesRemembrance and Celebration Day, a day dedicated to remembering fallen service personnel andcelebrating the courage and dedication of those currently serving. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in a message marking the occasion, paid tribute to the sacrifices of theNigerian Armed Forces and…
