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Governor Hope Uzodinma’s assumption of office as the governor of Imo State on January 14, 2019, through a controversial Supreme Court pronouncement, continues to stir discontent and raise questions about democratic processes in Nigeria.
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Civil Society Groups Reject Edo Governorship Election Results, Cite Irregularities, Security Interference
A coalition of civil society organizations (CSOs) has rejected the outcome of the Edo State governorship election held on September 21, citing concerns over the transparency and integrity of the process. The…
NLC President Joe Ajaero Arrested by DSS at Abuja Airport
On Monday morning, the Department of State Services (DSS) arrested Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. Ajaero was en route to the…
Nigeria Establishes Committee to Implement Local Government Autonomy
The Federal Government of Nigeria has established a ten-member Inter-Ministerial Committee to implement the Supreme Court’s July 11, 2024 ruling, which grants financial independence to local governments across the country. This development…
French Court Seizes Three Nigerian Presidential Jets in Contract Dispute with Chinese Firm
In a dramatic legal development, a French court has seized three Nigerian presidential jets following a contract dispute involving the Ogun State Government and Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment Co. Limited, a Chinese…
Court sacks Enugu Reps member
The House of Representatives tribunal has sacked the member representing Igbo-Eze North/Udenu Federal Constituency, Hon. Simon Atigwe.
Philip Shaibu Rejoins APC, Declares Commitment to Reclaim Edo State
In a significant political development, Comrade Philip Shaibu, the reinstated Deputy Governor of Edo State under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has officially rejoined the All Progressives Congress (APC). Shaibu made the…
Peter Obi Denies Involvement in Planned Protest Amid Presidency’s Accusations
Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has firmly denied allegations linking him to a planned nationwide protest against President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga recently claimed that Obi…
Lawmaker Walks Out of Plenary, Accuses Deputy Speaker of Bias Against Newcomers
In a dramatic turn of events during Tuesday’s plenary session, Cyril Hart, a representative from Rivers State’s Degema/Bonny Federal Constituency, left the House of Representatives, accusing Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu of bias…
Governors of the South-West Adopt Yoruba Anthem, Generates Reactions
Under the direction of the South-West Governors’ Forum, the six governors of the South-West states of Nigeria met in Lagos on Monday, June 10, 2024, to discuss the region’s development. Governors Babajide…
Political Tensions Rise as Rivers State Swears in New LG Caretaker Chairmen
In a move laden with political significance, Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State swore in new caretaker chairmen for all 23 local government units amidst tight security at the Government House in…
Rivers State Youths Occupy Council Headquarters as LG Chairmen’s Terms End
Tensions rose in Degema Local Government Area (LGA) of Rivers State on Monday as youths took over the council headquarters following the expiration of the local government chairmen’s terms. The occupation coincides…
Proposed Six-Year Single Term and Rotational Presidency Bills Stir Debate in Nigeria
Abuja, June 9, 2024 — A significant number of Nigerians have expressed their support for a set of proposed bills by 35 members of the House of Representatives, which seek to introduce…
Ningi Resumes Plenary After Suspension Over Budget Padding Allegations
Senator Abdul Ningi, representing Bauchi Central, has returned to the Nigerian Senate after a three-month suspension due to accusations of budget padding involving N3.7 trillion. Ningi, a member of the Peoples Democratic…
Mbah inaugurates multiple urban roads in Enugu, to begin 80 more
· 260 wards to also get 10km of road each To mark his first anniversary in office, Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, on Wednesday, began the commissioning of 71 urban…
Sanusi Reinstated as Emir of Kano in Historic Move
In a historic turn of events, the 16th Emir of Kano, Sanusi Muhammadu, has been reinstated, marking a significant milestone for the region. This comes just a day after Governor Abba Yusuf…
Peter Obi Visits Labour Party Secretariat Amidst Merger Speculations
On Tuesday, Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, made a surprise visit to the party’s national secretariat in Abuja, accompanied by a large number of his supporters. This visit comes on…
APC Responds to Potential Merger Between Atiku, Obi for 2027 Elections
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has addressed recent rumors suggesting that Peter Obi of the Labour Party (LP) and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar are considering forming a new political platform ahead…
Senate directs police, army, DSS to fish out criminal elements terrorizing Enugu LG
*Senator Ezea speaks for his people The Nigerian Senate this Wednesday (May 15) passed a resolution urging the Inspector-general of police, the Chief of Army Staff and the Director-general of the Department…
I Will Not Govern Rivers on My Knees, Fubara Stands Firm
Amidst political turbulence and what he described as persistent attempts to undermine the essence of Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has taken a resolute stance, declaring that he will not lead the…