Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers expressed his deep appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his “fatherly intervention” in resolving the recent political turmoil that engulfed the state. In a statement he issued in Port Harcourt on Saturday, Governor Fubara acknowledged … Continue reading Fubara acknowledges Tinubu’s intervention in rivers crisis
Leaders representing various ethnic nationalities in the Niger Delta region paid a solidarity visit to Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), to express their gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for appointing him to his cabinet. The … Continue reading Niger delta leaders visit Wike, condemns impeachment efforts against Fubara
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State has taken legal action against President Bola Tinubu for allegedly nominating a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) of the Independent National Electoral Commission … Continue reading PDP sues Tinubu over APC nominee for Akwa Ibom REC
The Court of Appeal in Lagos has rejected Stella Oduah’s appeal challenging the outcome of the February 25, 2023 Anambra North Senatorial District election, where Tony Nwoye of the Labour Party emerged as the victor. Earlier, the National Assembly Election … Continue reading Court of appeal upholds Tony Nwoye’s election victory, rejects Stella Oduah’s appeal
The Zambian government has taken swift action to withdraw the retirement benefits and privileges of former President Edgar Lungu following his decision to re-enter active politics. Lungu, who previously served as president before losing the 2021 election to Hakainde Hichilema, … Continue reading Zambia revokes ex-president Lungu’s retirement benefits as he returns to politics
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has given his approval for the appointment of a total of 309 individuals to various non-statutory boards, as well as chairmen, secretaries, and members of Local Government Education Boards. The official announcement, made by the … Continue reading Adeleke appoints 309 board chairmen and members
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has made it clear that he will not yield ground in the ongoing power struggle with the Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara. This clash between the two political heavyweights stems … Continue reading Wike vows to continue battle against Fubara even if heaven comes down
In an effort to address the escalating political turmoil in Rivers State, the governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are set to convene a meeting with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. The crisis has … Continue reading PDP governors set to meet with Nyesom Wike today to address rift with Gov Fubara
The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, held a meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on October 31. During the meeting, the two prominent politicians, who are members … Continue reading Wike and Gov. Fubara meets at aso villa amid impeachment crisis
The Supreme Court has rescheduled the hearing on the application submitted by the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) to unseat Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State to December 5, 2023. Originally, the hearing was set to commence on October 31, … Continue reading Court adjourns case seeking Uzodinma’s removal
Timi Frank, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has called for the immediate removal of Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, accusing him of orchestrating a plot to impeach Rivers State Governor, Siminilaye … Continue reading Timi Frank calls on Tinubu to remove Nyesom Wike as FCT minister
Olaide Akinremi, a House of Representatives member representing Ibadan North Federal Constituency, expressed his appreciation on Monday for President Bola Tinubu’s vote of confidence in his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila. Addressing journalists in Abuja, Akinremi commended the well-considered appointment … Continue reading Reps commends Tinubu’s support for Gbajabiamila
Bode George, a prominent figure within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has voiced his deep concern regarding the ongoing crisis within the Rivers State House of Assembly, deeming it as highly distressing. This unsettling situation unfolded on Monday when an … Continue reading Bode George expresses concern over ‘Despicable’ events unfolding in Rivers
Lionel Messi clinched his eighth Ballon d’Or of his illustrious career. The former Barcelona star, who led Argentina to World Cup victory in Qatar with seven goals and the title of the tournament’s best player, triumphed over Manchester City’s Erling … Continue reading Lionel Messi wins his eighth Ballon d’Or award
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has refuted allegations that he has committed any offenses that would justify impeachment by the state House of Assembly. He made this statement on Monday when addressing his supporters at the Assembly Complex. The … Continue reading Fubara denies wrongdoing amidst impeachment proceedings
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, is currently in an emergency meeting with some members of the Rivers State House of Assembly. The suspended leader of the House, Edison Ehie, is also in attendance. The meeting is believed to be related … Continue reading Gov Fubara in emergency meeting with house of assembly members
The Lamidi Apapa-led faction of the Labour Party extended its congratulations to President Bola Tinubu on his Supreme Court victory. In the wake of the Supreme Court’s dismissal of the appeals filed by the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, … Continue reading Labour party faction congratulates Tinubu, mocks Obi
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, emphasized that it is the exclusive responsibility of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to determine the winners of elections in Nigeria, not the judiciary. Falana made these comments in the wake of the … Continue reading Judiciary shouldn’t decide election winners – Femi Falana
In a landmark decision on Thursday, the Supreme Court of the country brought an end to a 171-day legal battle aimed at nullifying the election victory of President Bola Tinubu. The election appeals, filed by Alhaji Atiku Abubakar of the … Continue reading Tinubu emerges winner after 171 day legal battle
The Supreme Court has dismissed the attempt by Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), to unseat President Bola Tinubu from office. ALSO READ: Supreme court declares IReV non-transmission insignificant in poll outcome In a ruling … Continue reading Supreme court rejects Atiku’s bid to remove Tinubu using double-barrel approach
The Supreme Court has issued a verdict stating that the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) failure to transmit election results on the INEC Result Viewing Portal (IReV) did not influence the outcome of the presidential election. In the lead judgment … Continue reading Supreme court declares IReV non-transmission insignificant in poll outcome
Presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, representing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has requested the Supreme Court to consider new documents in the case involving President Bola Tinubu. At a hearing in court, Atiku’s lead counsel, Chris Uche, SAN, emphasized the significance … Continue reading INEC and Tinubu clash over Atiku’s plea for supreme court to accept new evidence
The Supreme Court has deferred its judgment on the appeal filed by Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, challenging the tribunal’s ruling that affirmed President Bola Tinubu’s election. The seven-member panel, led by Justice John Inyang Okoro, … Continue reading Supreme court reserves judgment in Obi’s appeal against Tinubu
A considerable number of African Democratic Party (ADC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) supporters have defected to the Action Alliance (AA) in Kogi State. These defectors hail from four Local Government Areas within the Central Senatorial District, including Adavi, Okehi, … Continue reading ADC and PDP supporters defect to AA in Kogi state
Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has called on the 10th Senate to endorse President Bola Tinubu’s ambitious development plans for Nigeria, which he believes are unmatched since the nation’s founding fathers. Akpabio made this appeal during his address at the … Continue reading Akpabio calls for support of Tinubu’s development plans
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