Tag: #NigeriaPolitics
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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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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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BREAKING: ZAMFARA GOV. DAUDA LAWAL DUMPS PDP, JOINS APC
In a major political shake-up, Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) after weeks of speculation. The announcement was made on Monday in Gusau by Nuhu Salihu-Anka, Director-General of Media and Communication in the governor’s office. According to the statement, Lawal’s decision…
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STAKEHOLDERS PUSH FOR MORE WOMEN IN POLITICS AS AREMU BACKS RESERVED NASS SEATS
Stakeholders have renewed calls for stronger policies to boost women’s participation in politics, with labour leader Issa Aremu advocating reserved seats for women in Nigeria’s National Assembly. Speaking in Ilorin during the 2026 International Women’s Day celebration organised by the Michael Imoudu National Institute for Labour Studies and the Development Research and Projects Centre, Aremu…
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PDP GOVERNORS URGE CALM AS APPEAL COURT SET TO RULE ON PARTY LEADERSHIP CRISIS
With the Court of Appeal set to deliver judgment on the PDP leadership dispute, the Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDP-GF) has called on members and supporters to remain calm and respect the rule of law. In a statement issued by its Director-General Dr. Emmanuel Agbo, the forum—chaired by Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed—urged party…
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PDP GOVERNORS URGE CALM AHEAD OF APPEAL COURT VERDICT ON PARTY CRISIS
With the Court of Appeal set to rule on the PDP leadership dispute, the Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDP-GF) has appealed to members and supporters to remain calm and respect the judicial process. In a statement issued by the forum’s Director-General, Dr. Emmanuel Agbo, and backed by its chairman Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi…
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APC KANO ELECTS NEW LEADERSHIP TEAM
Kano State’s APC has a new executive lineup, with Haruna Doguwa elected as State Chairman after resigning as Commissioner for Water Resources to contest the top seat. Other key positions include Salisu Maje-Gwangwazo as Deputy Chairman, Prof. Yusuf Sabo-Bichi as State Secretary, and Fatima Dala as State Woman Leader. The 28-member team is tasked with…
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OYO HIGH COURT UPHOLDS PDP’S 2025 IBADAN CONVENTION
Fresh twist in the PDP leadership battle as a state court backs the November 2025 convention that produced new national officers. Justice Ladiran Akintola of the Oyo State High Court in Ibadan has validated the 2025 elective convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) held on November 15 and 16 in Ibadan. The convention produced…
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ENUGU OPPOSITION SLAMS N150M BILLBOARD FEE, CALLS IT ‘POLITICAL ROBBERY’
Political tension is rising in Enugu as opposition parties reject a controversial N150 million billboard fee, warning it could silence challengers and weaken democracy. Opposition political parties in Enugu State have strongly condemned the N150 million advertising fee imposed on political aspirants for campaign billboards, describing the move as outrageous, unfair, and undemocratic. The State…
