Category: News

APC Blames Atiku for PDP Crisis, Defends Judiciary Against Criticism

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has blamed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for the ongoing crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), accusing him of political desperation. In a statement on Tuesday, APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, also criticized Atiku for attacking the judiciary, stating that it is ironic given his history of leveraging the courts for political gains. “The […]

President Tinubu Returns to Abuja After Energy Summit in Tanzania

President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja following his trip to Tanzania, where he participated in the Africa Heads of State Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam. His presidential aircraft landed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at approximately 7:40 PM on Tuesday, where he was received by top government officials, including the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle; National […]

Afenifere Urges President Tinubu to Release Nnamdi Kanu, Backs State Police

The Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, has called on President Bola Tinubu to order the immediate release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). In a communique issued after its general meeting on Tuesday, held at the residence of Afenifere leader Ayo Adebanjo, the group stated that Kanu’s continued detention without trial is unjustified. The meeting was presided […]

El-Rufai: I no longer recognize the APC, Criticizes Party Leadership

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir el-Rufai has voiced dissatisfaction with the direction of the All Progressives Congress (APC), saying his distance from the party is growing due to its failure to adhere to its core values. Speaking at a national conference on strengthening democracy in Abuja on Monday, el-Rufai, an APC chieftain, lamented that the party has strayed from its foundational goals of tackling corruption, boosting […]

Afe Babalola Urges Government to Honor Patriotic Citizens Over Politicians

Founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, has called on governments at all levels to prioritize recognizing patriotic citizens who have made significant contributions to national development rather than focusing on politicians and public officeholders. Babalola made this appeal on Tuesday in Ado-Ekiti while receiving the Ekiti Summit Person of the Year 2024 award. […]

Governor Fubara Assures Rivers State of Continued Humility and Commitment

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has assured that power will not change him, pledging to remain humble and committed to his promises to the people. Speaking during a birthday visit from state leaders and stakeholders at Government House, Port Harcourt, on Tuesday morning, Fubara said he would not be swayed by the advantages of high office but would focus on […]

Ogun Governor Abiodun Rejects Sharia Court, Orders Immediate Disbandment

Governor Dapo Abiodun has warned against any attempt to establish a Sharia Court in Ogun State, stating that such a move lacks legal backing. In a statement on Tuesday, Abiodun emphasized that only courts recognized by the Nigerian Constitution and state laws are authorized to operate. He listed the Magistrates’ Courts, High Court, Customary Courts, Customary Court of Appeal, Federal High Court, National […]

RULAAC Demands Immediate Release of Sowore, Condemns ‘Illegal Detention’

The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) has called for the immediate release of human rights activist Omoyele Sowore, condemning his continued detention by the Nigerian Police Force. Sowore was taken into custody on Monday after rejecting the bail conditions imposed by the police. His detention followed his appearance in response to an […]