Orji Kalu commences new projects in senatorial zone

In accelerated fulfilment of his campaign promises months after his re-election back to the Senate, Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has expedited the construction of New infrastructural development projects across the five local governments of Abia North. In the course of his reelection community campaign tour, the former Chief Whip … [Read more…]

Adeleke-Basiru Eid Face-Off:  I didn’t see any seat reserved for Adeleke, says Basiru, as Gov’s Aide debunks claim as ‘untrue’

Ex-spokesperson of the Senate, Dr. Ajibola Basiru said he did not see any seat that was said to be reserved for Governor Ademola Adeleke at at the Eid praying ground in Osogbo, Osun state. The former spokesperson stated this while speaking in an Interview on Channels on Wednesday. Basiru refuted claims that he refused to … [Read more…]

EKITI: Gov. Oyebanji forwards names of 21 Commissioner–Designates to State Assembly

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has forwarded the names of 21 commissioner-nominees to the state House of Assembly for screening and confirmation. In the list are two former deputy speakers of the Assembly and four former commissioners who served under the immediate past administration in the state. The governor said the forwarding of the list … [Read more…]

At Lagos Election Tribunal, Witness Testifies Sanwo-Olu, Wife Voted With Invalid Voters Cards

A witness on Monday told the Lagos State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal headed by Justice Arum Ashom, that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his wife, Ibijoke were allowed to cast their votes, despite their voter cards being invalid. This testimony was given by an agent of the Labour Party, Dayo Isreal who was subpoenaed to testify … [Read more…]

I’ll Return Sanity to Kogi State, Work Directly with the People – Dino Melaye

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Candidate in the November 11, 2023 Kogi State Governorship election, Senator Dino Melaye, at the weekend, said he will return sanity to the system in Kogi State by working directly with the people when elected into office. Senator Melaye disclosed this during an interactive session with Kogi State women, youths … [Read more…]

Ondo: Ag. Gov allegedly moves against Akeredolu; ‘Rumours about disruption of gov’ tactivities are misplaced’ – Ag. Gov

The frosty relationship between Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State, and his Deputy, Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, yesterday, took a new twist, as there are alleged plans to supplant the governor. Akeredolu transmitted power to the deputy governor, after embarking on medical treatment, and is expected back in the country on July 6. But fresh facts … [Read more…]

Jostling for Principal Offices Begin in 10th Senate

…Ndume, Kalu, Buhari, Musa, others eye position of senate leader The race for principal offices in the 10th senate has started, following the successful inauguration of the National Assembly and the emergence of Godswill Akpabio (South-south) as Senate President and Barau Jibrin (North-West) as his deputy. The remaining four principal officers positions – Senate Leader, … [Read more…]

10th N’Assembly: Tinubu’s preferred candidates lead, vow not to be ‘rubber stamp’

• ‘It’s time to get down to business,’ Tinubu tells Akpabio, Abbas • U.S. hails Nigeria on inauguration of 10th National Assembly • Senate will support govt’s good policies and programmes, says Akpabio  • We’ll work in harmony with Tinubu but uphold principles of checks and balances – Abbas President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All … [Read more…]

APC’s Abbas, Kalu emerge Reps Speaker, Deputy, respectively

Tajudeen Abbas, a lawmaker representing Zaria federal constituency (Kaduna), has been elected speaker of the House of Representatives. On Tuesday, Mr Abbas, an anointed candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), defeated Idris Wase, the former deputy speaker of the ninth assembly, at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja. Mr Abbas scored 352 votes of … [Read more…]