Bode George to Atiku, Mark: Return — No Coalition Stronger Than PDP
Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, has called on opposition leaders, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Senate President David Mark, to return to the PDP and join efforts to rebuild the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking in Lagos on Thursday during a gathering themed “Restitution of Restoration,” George described the PDP […]
Tinubu Hails Okpebholo’s Supreme Court Victory, Urges Unity in Edo
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State on the Supreme Court’s affirmation of his election victory, urging him to unite all citizens for the development of the state. The apex court on Friday dismissed the petition filed by Asue Ighodalo, candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who challenged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declaration that gave Okpebholo […]
Ortom Opposes Northern Presidency in 2027, Rejects ADC Coalition
Former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has declared his opposition to the push for a northern presidential candidate in the 2027 general elections, insisting that the south must be allowed to complete its eight-year term. Speaking to journalists on Thursday in Makurdi, the state capital, Ortom maintained that fairness and national unity demand that President Bola Tinubu, a southerner, be allowed to […]
INEC Launches Online Portal for Political Party Registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the rollout of a new online portal to streamline the registration of political parties, a move aimed at improving transparency and operational efficiency ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued after INEC’s weekly meeting in Abuja, Sam Olumekun, INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education […]
Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Brazilian Imports Amid Clash Over Bolsonaro, Tech Censorship
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 50% tariff on goods imported from Brazil, dramatically escalating trade tensions with Latin America’s largest economy over digital policy disputes and the prosecution of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro. In a tariff proclamation posted on social media Tuesday, Trump accused the Brazilian government of targeting U.S. technology […]
Six Secret Service Agents Suspended Over Lapses in Trump Assassination Attempt Investigation
Six U.S. Secret Service agents have been suspended for security failures related to the July 2024 attempted assassination of then-presidential candidate Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, an official confirmed to ABC News. The disciplinary action comes just days before the first anniversary of the July 13 shooting, in which Trump narrowly escaped death but was […]
Sule Lamido Backs ADC for 2027, Says He’ll Remain in PDP Like Wike
Former Jigawa State Governor and founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Sule Lamido, has declared his support for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the 2027 general elections, even as he maintains his membership in the PDP. Speaking to BBC Hausa, Lamido said his political stance would mirror that of Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, […]
I’m Not Leaving PDP, Not Afraid of Opposition — Gov Dauda Lawal
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has dismissed rumours suggesting he plans to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to either the All Progressives Congress (APC) or the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, Lawal reaffirmed his loyalty to the PDP, stating that he remains a committed, card-carrying member of the party. “First of all, I’m glad that you said […]
Ex-APC Chairman Ganduje Inaugurated as FAAN Board Chairman
Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has been formally inaugurated as Chairman of the Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). The inauguration ceremony was held on Wednesday in Abuja, just weeks after Ganduje stepped down as APC national chairman, citing personal reasons. His appointment as FAAN board chair was approved by President […]
Economy Recovering Under Tinubu — Information Minister
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, says Nigeria’s economy is showing steady signs of improvement under President Bola Tinubu, despite ongoing hardships faced by citizens. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday during a meeting with members of the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), Idris said the economic reforms implemented by the administration are beginning to yield results. “The […]
