Category: Politics
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APC SWITCHES TO CONSENSUS FOR EKITI GOVERNORSHIP PRIMARY
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has decided to use the consensus method for its upcoming Ekiti State Governorship Primary, following the voluntary withdrawal of aspirant Mrs. Atinuke Omolayo. Party spokesman Felix Morka announced this move Tuesday, saying Omolayo’s withdrawal and endorsement of Gov. Biodun Oyebanji cleared the way for a consensus candidate. The party has…
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EDO STATE EXPANDS MINISTRIES FOR BETTER GOVERNANCE
Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo has approved a major restructuring of Edo’s ministries, raising the total to 28 to align with federal structures and push the SHINE Agenda alongside President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR’s Renewed Hope Agenda. This reform boosts efficiency and service delivery across key sectors. Here are the ministries and their commissioners: Ministry…
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ABDULRAZAQ BRINGS CLEAN WATER RELIEF TO OTTE AND ASA COMMUNITIES
Residents of Otte and Budo-Egba in Kwara State celebrated as Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq inaugurated a newly upgraded 500,000-litre waterworks, ending their long struggle for clean, safe water. Represented by his Special Adviser, the governor said this project is part of his vision to modernize water infrastructure and ensure every Kwaran has access to safe water.…
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MADAGASCAR PRESIDENT DISSOLVES NATIONAL ASSEMBLY AMID POLITICAL TURMOIL
The presidency of Madagascar has announced the dissolution of the National Assembly, the country’s lower house, through a decree citing constitutional authority. This move comes as the assembly was gathering signatures to hold an extraordinary session aimed at impeaching President Andry Rajoelina, sparking claims from assembly leaders that the dissolution lacks legal legitimacy. The country…
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PDP POSTPONES 103RD NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced the postponement of its 103rd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting originally set for Wednesday, October 15. Party spokesperson Debo Ologunagba stated that the National Working Committee (NWC) made the decision during an emergency meeting on Monday in Abuja, citing recent developments within the party. The new date for…
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SIMINALAYI FUBARA CHARGES NEW RIVERS SSG BENIBO ANABRABA TO SERVE WITH HONOUR
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has urged newly sworn-in Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mr. Benibo Anabraba, to uphold honour and protect the state’s interests while in office. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony in Port Harcourt, Fubara congratulated Anabraba and emphasized that the position is one of great respect and responsibility. He stressed that…
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ENUGU BUZZES AS GOV PETER MBAH SET TO JOIN APC WITH TOP PARTY LEADERS
The capital city of Enugu is buzzing with excitement as Governor Peter Mbah and his political appointees prepare to officially join the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday. Senior Special Assistant Uche Anichukwu announced that high-profile leaders including Vice President Sen. Kashim Shettima, Senate President Sen. Godswill Akpabio, and House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas will welcome…
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TUC DEMANDS FULL IMPLEMENTATION OF UWAIS REPORT FOR ELECTORAL REFORM
At a recent public hearing on the new Electoral Act 2025 bill, Trade Union Congress (TUC) President Festus Osifo called for the full adoption of Justice Mohammed Uwais’ recommendations to fix Nigeria’s electoral system. Speaking through TUC official Tolulope Akinyoye, Osifo stressed that credible elections must reflect the true will of the people and backed…
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PETER MBAH’S DEPARTURE SIGNALS PDP’S COLLAPSE IN SOUTH-EAST
Peter Mbah’s move from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) marks more than just a political shift, it’s a moment that many in the South-East have been waiting for. According to Osita Okechukwu, former Voice of Nigeria Director-General, this defection symbolizes the end of the PDP’s decades-long hold on the…
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NATIONAL COUNCIL OF STATE APPROVES PROF. JOASH OJO AMUPITAN AS NEW INEC CHAIRMAN
The National Council of State has given a unanimous nod to Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) from Kogi State as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). President Bola Ahmed Tinubu introduced Amupitan as the first nominee from North-Central Nigeria to fill the vacancy left by Professor Mahmood Yakubu, who served from…
