Tag: #NigerianPolitics
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SENATOR NATASHA AKPOTI-UDUAGHAN’S DEFAMATION TRIAL HEARING ADJOURNED TO DECEMBER 1
The Abuja High Court presided by Justice Chizoba Oji on Monday adjourned the hearing of the preliminary objection filed by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan challenging the powers of the Attorney-General of the Federation to prosecute her. The senator faces a three-count charge of criminal defamation concerning alleged harmful imputations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former…
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DOUYE DIRI RESIGNS FROM PDP, BAYELSA LAWMAKERS FOLLOW SUIT
Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has officially resigned from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), making waves at Wednesday’s State Executive Council Meeting in Yenagoa. Alongside him, all 19 PDP members of the State House of Assembly, including Speaker Abraham Ingobere, and members of the state executive council have also quit the party. Governor Diri’s Chief…
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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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NIGERIA’S FINANCE MINISTER WALÈ EDUN GRAPPLES WITH STROKE, FUTURE UNCERTAIN
When a nation’s steady hand falters, the weight of uncertainty settles in. Nigeria’s Finance Minister, Wale Edun, a chief architect of economic reform, has been flown abroad after suffering a severe stroke. The country holds its breath as questions loom over the path ahead. Nigeria’s Finance Minister, Wale Edun, has been urgently flown abroad for…
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PDP SAYS NIGERIANS EAGER TO SEE PARTY REUNITE AHEAD OF NOVEMBER CONVENTION
PDP National Publicity Secretary Debo Ologunagba says Nigerians are watching closely and eager to see the party put its house in order ahead of the national convention from Nov. 15-16. He highlighted PDP’s legacy of 16 years of governance marked by economic growth, debt repayment, and investment in people. Party members are actively preparing through…
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NATASHA AKPOTI-UDUAGHAN RETURNS TO SENATE AFTER SIX-MONTH SUSPENSION
The Kogi Central senator resumes plenary amid cheers and debate over her suspension controversy. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan took her seat in the Senate on Tuesday after completing a six-month suspension imposed over alleged misconduct during a protest against her seat reassignment. Her return sparked warm greetings from colleagues as plenary resumed under Deputy Senate President Barau…
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SEN. AKPOTI-UDUAGHAN RETURNS TO OFFICE, REFUSES TO APOLOGIZE FOR SUSPENSION
Senator stands firm against what she calls injustice, urging Nigerians to keep faith in democracy. After serving a six-month suspension, Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan resumes her duties without apology, challenging calls for her to say sorry. She highlights ongoing legal battles and condemns illegal actions against her, while encouraging Nigerians to stay hopeful and committed to…
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PDP BLASTS SENATE OVER ATTEMPT TO BLOCK AKPOTI-UDUAGHAN’S RESUMPTION
PDP accuses Senate of unconstitutional move to silence Kogi Central’s elected voice. The PDP condemned the Senate’s effort to bar Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from resuming duties after her six-month suspension, calling it a violation of constitutional rights and gender attacks. National Publicity Secretary Debo Ologunagba urged Senate President Akpabio to clarify the issue and demanded…
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TINUBU PAYS TRIBUTE TO LATE ELDER STATESMAN ISYAKU IBRAHIM
President Bola Tinubu mourns the passing of Alhaji Isyaku Ibrahim, 88, a distinguished elder statesman, businessman, and founding member of Nigeria’s PDP. Ibrahim’s lifelong dedication to politics, commerce, and sports left an indelible mark on the nation. Tinubu highlighted Ibrahim’s pioneering role in Nigerian football, founding the Mighty Jets Football Club, and praised his courageous…
