Gbajabiamila: Opposition Coalition Prevents One-Party Rule
Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, has described the formation of an opposition coalition as a positive development for Nigeria’s democracy, warning against the dangers of a one-party system. Speaking to journalists on Saturday after casting his vote during the local government elections in Surulere, Lagos, Gbajabiamila welcomed the coalition formed by […]
FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe Dumps Labour Party for ADC Ahead of 2027
Senator Ireti Kingibe, who represents the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has officially defected from the Labour Party (LP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Kingibe described her decision as both strategic and deliberate, affirming her full commitment to her new party. “I’m totally and completely […]
Adeleke Confirms Plans to Dump PDP, Osun Leaders Vow to Follow
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has confirmed that he is considering dumping the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of the 2026 governorship election, with ongoing consultations underway to determine his next political move. In a statement issued on Saturday by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, the governor acknowledged persistent rumours about his possible defection and said […]
Pam Bondi Fires 9 More DOJ Employees from Trump Probes in Expanding Purge
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi on Friday dismissed at least nine more Justice Department employees who were part of Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigation into President Donald Trump’s handling of classified documents and efforts to overturn the 2020 election, according to five sources familiar with the matter. Among those let go were two federal prosecutors […]
Trump Defends Texas Flood Response Amid Rising Criticism Over Warning Delays and Federal Cuts
President Donald Trump on Friday defended the federal and state handling of the catastrophic flash floods that struck Kerr County, Texas, on July 4, killing at least 120 people, including many children. Speaking during a visit to the devastated Hill Country region, Trump praised the response efforts led by Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Homeland […]
Nassau Executive Clarifies Mask Ban to Exempt Law Enforcement Amid Ongoing ICE Raids
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman signed a new executive order Friday clarifying that law enforcement officers, including those involved in immigration raids, are exempt from the county’s public mask ban under specific circumstances. The clarification comes amid ongoing raids by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the region, and amid broader tensions surrounding President […]
Makinde Reaffirms Loyalty to PDP, Denounces Opposition Coalition Talks
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has declared his firm commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), distancing himself and the Southwest caucus from any opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Friday during a PDP Southwest caucus meeting at the Olusoji Adagunodo Zonal Secretariat in Ibadan, Makinde dismissed coalition talks as unserious political distractions and reaffirmed the PDP’s position as the most stable […]
Okpebholo Vows to Probe Obaseki After Supreme Court Win
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has announced plans to launch a Commission of Inquiry to investigate the financial activities of his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki, citing alleged misuse of public funds during Obaseki’s eight-year tenure. Speaking at a victory party held on Friday, July 11, 2025, at the Government House in Benin City, Okpebholo said the decision follows the Supreme Court’s affirmation of his victory in the September […]
Peter Obi Reaffirms Loyalty to Labour Party, Declares 2027 Presidential Bid
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr. Peter Obi, has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the party, while also reiterating his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election. Obi made the declaration on Friday during the official campaign flag-off for the LP governorship candidate in Anambra State, George Moghalu, and his running mate, […]
13 Parties Boycott Peace Accord Ahead of Lagos LG Elections
Residents of Lagos State head to the polls today, Saturday, July 12, to elect chairmen and councillors across the state’s 20 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs). However, the credibility of the electoral process is under intense scrutiny as tensions escalate over allegations of exclusion and procedural irregularities. The Lagos […]
