Court Orders Senate to Recall Sen Natasha, Slams N5m Fine on her for Contempt 

Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has ordered the Nigerian Senate to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who was handed a six-month suspension over gross misconduct. In her judgment delivered Friday, Justice Nyako described the duration of the suspension as unduly excessive as it deprives the people of Kogi Central of valid representation. … [Read more…]

Coalition: APC says ADC no alternative in 2027

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has described the opposition politicians that moved into the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as “a coalition of hoaxers and self-obsessed merchants of vendetta, a roll call of Nigeria’s me-or-nothing politicians, who equate their selfish interest with the interest of Nigerians…” According to the party, they “cannot bear to be out … [Read more…]

Buhari receiving treatment but his condition is stable – Ex Media Aide Bashir Ahmad

Bashir Ahmad, ex-media aide to former President Muhammadu Buhari, has clarified reports circulating that former President Muhammadu Buhari is critically ill and admitted to an Intensive Care Unit (ICU). In a statement released he shared via his X handle on Thursday, July 3, Ahmad acknowledged that the former President is indeed unwell and currently receiving … [Read more…]

Scores injured as building collapses in Lagos

Several individuals have been hospitalised following the overnight collapse of a building along Adeniji Adele Road in Isale Eko, Lagos Island. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Thursday, triggered a swift emergency response from officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), the Nigerian Police, and other rescue agencies. According to … [Read more…]

You have 48 hours to quit Labour Party – Abure to Obi

The Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to its presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, to resign from the party following his endorsement of a new political coalition. The ultimatum was contained in a statement on Thursday in Abuja and signed by the faction’s National Publicity … [Read more…]

2027: David Mark will lead us to Aso Rock – Opposition Coalition

Ralph Nwosu, founder and pioneer Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has said former Senate President David Mark is leading the coalition to the Presidential Villa. The coalition, which was established to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027, had earlier chosen Mark and ex-Governor Rauf Aregbesola as Chairman and Secretary respectively. Speaking at the … [Read more…]

2023 ADC Presidential Candidate Rejects Adoption of Party for Opposition Coalition

The 2023 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dumebi Kachikwu, has reacted strongly to the announcement of former Senate President David Mark as interim chairman of the ADC, describing the development as a “dramedy” orchestrated by allies of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. In a statement titled “David Mark Appointed as ADC Interim … [Read more…]

Ebonyi Gov Condemns Killing of Ebonyi Indigenes in Anambra, Demands Swift Investigation

Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has condemned the killing of 13 Ebonyi indigenes residing in Ogboji, Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State during their monthly town union meeting held penultimate Monday. In a statement issued by Dr. Monday Uzor, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, he noted that the governor received … [Read more…]