Category: Politics
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EDO LAWMAKER PRAISES OKPEBHOLO’S PUSH FOR GRASSROOTS INFRASTRUCTURE
Distribution of construction vehicles to councils seen as a game-changer for local development. A member of the House of Representatives, Anamero Dekeri, has applauded the Edo State Government for what he described as a strong commitment to grassroots infrastructure development. Dekeri, who represents Etsako Federal Constituency under the All Progressives Congress (APC), commended Governor Monday…
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INC ELECTION ROW: OKABA URGES IJAW LEADERS TO EMBRACE PEACE, UNITY
Outgoing INC president calls for calm as tensions rise over the congress’ ongoing national elections. The outgoing Global President of the Ijaw National Congress, Benjamin Okaba, has appealed to Ijaw elders and stakeholders to sheath their swords and prioritise unity amid controversies surrounding the organisation’s ongoing national elections. Okaba made the call following concerns raised…
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YAROE DEFECTS TO ADC TO STRENGTHEN OPPOSITION
Senator says move aims to preserve democracy and prevent one-party dominance. Binos Yaroe announced his defection from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Saturday in Yola, citing the need for a strong democratic opposition in Nigeria. Yaroe revealed that nine opposition senators from parties including the Labour Party, APGA,…
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PDP FACTION DENIES DISSOLUTION OF STATE COMMITTEES
Turaki-led NWC calls the move “illegal” and urges members to ignore it. The Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has warned members to disregard reports of dissolved state executive committees in Ogun, Ekiti, and Ondo. National Publicity Secretary Ini Ememobong described the purported dissolution as illegal and a threat…
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PDP REMAINS STRONG OPPOSITION DESPITE CRISIS – PEARSE
Party chieftain says defections and court rulings won’t weaken PDP’s core support. Dr. Adetokunbo Pearse has reassured that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) remains a formidable opposition force, dismissing fears sparked by the recent Appeal Court ruling invalidating the 2025 Ibadan National Convention and ongoing leadership disputes. Speaking to NAN, Pearse said defections of some…
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EX-PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE URGES INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY IN NIGERIA
Leaders called to embrace accountability and boost citizen participation in governance. Dr Adewole Adebayo, SDP’s 2023 presidential candidate, has urged policies that strengthen citizens’ role in Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking at an Iftar hosted by his wife in Abuja, Adebayo highlighted the nation’s cultural and religious diversity as a source of strength and called on leaders…
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IJAW LEADERS CALL FOR STRICT ADHERENCE TO INC CONSTITUTION AMID ELECTION CRISIS
Traditional rulers, academics, and activists urge the Ijaw National Congress to uphold its constitution to ensure fair elections and unity. A coalition of prominent Ijaw leaders—including traditional rulers, academics, retired military officers, and activists—has called on the Ijaw National Congress (INC) leadership to strictly follow its constitution during the ongoing 2026 electoral process. The call,…
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GJF CALLS FOR ACTION TO BOOST WOMEN’S POLITICAL POWER IN NIGERIA
The Goodluck Jonathan Foundation urges moving beyond talk to tangible reforms that give women a stronger voice and seat at the decision-making table. The Goodluck Jonathan Foundation (GJF) has called for concrete steps to strengthen women’s participation in politics, leadership, and governance. The appeal came during a high-level policy dialogue in Abuja marking International Women’s…
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TAMBUWAL: PDP CRISIS PUSHED ME OUT, OPPOSITION BEING WEAKENED AHEAD OF 2027
Former Sokoto governor Aminu Tambuwal says his exit from the PDP was driven by a deepening internal crisis and what he describes as a calculated move to weaken Nigeria’s opposition before the 2027 elections. Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal says he dumped the Peoples Democratic Party because of its lingering internal crisis, warning that the situation…
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PDP SETS MAY 25 FOR 2027 PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY, RELEASES ELECTION TIMETABLE
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), with support from FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has unveiled its timetable for the 2027 General Elections, scheduling the presidential primary for May 25. Announced after the 106th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja, the timetable also sets: April 10 – submission of membership register May 2 – State Assembly…
