Category: Politics
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SENATOR NATASHA AKPOTI-UDUAGHAN’S CYBERCRIME TRIAL ADJOURNED TO FEBRUARY 4, 2026, DUE TO JUDGE’S ABSENCE
The Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned the trial of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on alleged cybercrime charges until February 4, 2026, as presiding Justice Mohammed Umar was absent. The trial, originally scheduled to begin today, was postponed following a previous adjournment linked to protests demanding the release of Nnamdi Kanu. Akpoti-Uduaghan faces a six-count charge…
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PDP BOARD OF TRUSTEES BACKS TURAKI-LED NATIONAL WORKING COMMITTEE AFTER IBADAN CONVENTION
The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), headed by Senator Adolphus Wabara, has reaffirmed its support for the Kabiru Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC) elected at the party’s National Convention in Ibadan. Wabara declared the convention compliant with the party’s constitution, guidelines, the Electoral Act, and all relevant laws, reflecting…
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PDP SHOWDOWN: TURAKI’S TEAM CLASHES WITH WIKE-BACKED FACTION AT SECRETARIAT
Tensions exploded at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national secretariat on Tuesday as the Taminu Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC) and the faction led by acting National Chairman Abdulrahman Mohammed, backed by Minister of FCT Nyesom Wike, squared off fiercely. The drama unfolded when Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi, chairing the PDP Governors Forum, and…
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APC EXPANDS COALITION, SHETTIMA HAILS TINUBU’S UNITY VISION
President Kashim Shettima has praised the All Progressives Congress (APC) for broadening its coalition, reflecting President Bola Tinubu’s dedication to inclusivity, competence, and national unity. Speaking in Lokoja as former Kogi governor Alhaji Idris Wada and other key politicians officially joined the APC, Shettima said the move was driven by national, not personal, interests. “This…
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MUTFWANG DISOWNS PDP’S MOVE TO EXPEL WIKE, FAYOSE, CALLS FOR UNITY NOT WITCH-HUNT
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has distanced himself from the Peoples Democratic Party’s controversial bid to expel Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, former Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose, and other senior members. In a statement released by his spokesperson, Gyang Bere, Mutfwang clarified that neither the PDP Governors’ Forum nor the National Executive Committee…
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UN DEMANDS JUSTICE AFTER DEADLY POST-ELECTION VIOLENCE SHAKES TANZANIA
Following the violent aftermath of Tanzania’s October 29 elections, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) has condemned the killings amid protests against President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s re-election. Hundreds have reportedly died, with many more injured or detained as unrest escalated. Clashes between protesters and security forces led to widespread…
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ACTION ALLIANCE’S JEFF NWEKE CONGRATULATES SOLUDO, URGES UNITY AND JOB CREATION IN ANAMBRA
Jeff Nweke, the Action Alliance governorship candidate in Anambra’s recent election, has congratulated Prof. Chukwuma Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) on his victory. Speaking at a post-election press conference in Awka, Nweke described the election as one of the freest and most efficient in Anambra’s history. He praised the smooth conduct and…
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ANAMBRA SPEAKER UDEZE HAILS SOLUDO RE-ELECTION AS A COLLECTIVE VICTORY
Somtochukwu Udeze, Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, congratulated Governor Charles Soludo on his re-election victory, calling it a testament to Soludo’s good governance and the people’s unwavering support. Udeze praised his Ogbaru constituency for backing the governor and pledged continued support to help realize Soludo’s vision for the state. He emphasized that…
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JONAPWD CELEBRATES SOLUDO WIN, CALLS FOR INCLUSIVE GOVERNANCE IN ANAMBRA
The Anambra chapter of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) has congratulated Governor Chukwuma Soludo on his re-election victory, praising his leadership and commitment to inclusive governance. Chairman Ugochukwu Okeke urged Soludo to prioritize disability inclusion and accessibility in his second term. Okeke also applauded INEC’s progress in electoral accessibility, noting that…
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APC’S UKACHUKWU TO CONSULT PARTY BEFORE DECIDING ON ANAMBRA ELECTION OUTCOME
Nicholas Ukachukwu, the APC governorship candidate in Anambra’s November 8 election, has said he will consult with party leaders and supporters before reacting to the results. Reacting in Awka after the election, Ukachukwu acknowledged incumbent Prof. Chukwuma Soludo’s landslide victory with 422,664 votes against his 99,445. Ukachukwu denied allegations of vote buying by the APC,…
