Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has been commended by the Deputy Commandant General and Enugu State Chairman, Nigerian Legion, Dr Emeka Norman Igwesi, for his support to the welfare of Nigeria’s ex-servicemen and fallen heroes. Igwesi made the commendation during the official unveiling and launch of the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem … [Read more…]
The Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development said it had concluded plans for the 2026 Ibile Youth Academy. This was announced on Thursday by the Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, at the state secretariat, Alausa, where he reeled out the lineup of activities for the programme. According to Ogunlende, the … [Read more…]
By Demola Olarewaju The prowess of Atiku Abubakar when it comes to party primaries was not built in a day and his recent successes at that level are built on a foundation of loss, defeat and tears. His entry into politics in 1991 was marked by a bitter gubernatorial ticket rivalry between him and Bala … [Read more…]
Political power is never given. Hardly is it ever offered on a platter. Acquiring political power is hard work, even in a populist contest. In a diverse, multi-religious and multi-ethnic democracy like ours; you earn power. You work for it. You negotiate it. In extreme dubious cases, some will grab, steal or rig themselves into … [Read more…]
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, says the Enugu State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) aims to build a two-million-member base, noting that the era of fragmented politics that denied Enugu State the benefits of the centre was over. Mbah stated this during the flag-off of the APC e-registration exercise at Owo, … [Read more…]
The political landscape in Rivers State took another turn on Thursday when members of the state’s House of Assembly began impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. During plenary presided over by the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, the Majority Leader, Rivers State House of Assembly, … [Read more…]
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised the Nigerian authorities over the alleged non-payment of match allowances to the Super Eagles. He described the situation as a national embarrassment and an unnecessary distraction for the team. Obi, on his verified ‘X’ handle Wednesday night, expressed concern that at a time when Nigerians are … [Read more…]
Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ireti Kingibe, has dismissed suggestions that the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, could determine her political fate ahead of the 2027 general elections, insisting that no individual has the power to impose candidates on voters in the capital. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Kingibe said … [Read more…]
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has extolled the sacrifices of Nigeria’s ex-servicemen and fallen heroes for the safety of citizens and the nation’s territorial integrity. Mbah gave the commendation during the official unveiling and launch of the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem held at the Michael Okpara Square, Enugu, on Tuesday. But … [Read more…]
The Enugu State Police Command has disrupted an interstate vehicle theft syndicate and recovered two Mack trucks and a Toyota Highlander Jeep stolen in Abia and Lagos states. The police said operatives attached to the Emene Police Division recovered the two Mack trucks on December 22, 2025, following credible intelligence on truck theft. The trucks—a … [Read more…]
The national coordinator of the Obedient Movement Worldwide, Dr. Yunusa Tanko, has affirmed that Peter Obi remains a leading contender for Nigeria’s presidency in 2027, saying that he will not serve as a running mate to any politician within the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking on Frontline, a current affairs programme on Eagle 102.5 FM, … [Read more…]
The Atiku Abubakar Media Office has accused the Bola Tinubu administration of deliberately weakening opposition parties and attempting to destabilise the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as part of what it described as a creeping move toward a one-party state. In a statement issued on January 6, Paul Ibe, spokesperson to the former vice president, said … [Read more…]