Port Hacourt, Rivers state – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Rivers State Government have strongly opposed the recent demand by a faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Governor Siminalayi Fubara to either resign or face impeachment. A group within the APC that remains loyal to former Governor Nyesom Wike spearheaded the … Read more
Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 7 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international events Ikorodu, Lagos state – An aspirant for the chairmanship position of Ijede local council development area under the banner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Oluwatosin Onamade, has been hacked to death. It was gathered that the gunmen … Read more
With the major opposition parties, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP), struggling with internal conflicts, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has emerged as a potential leader of the much-anticipated coalition ahead of the 2027 elections. This development follows the recent defection of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, from the All … Read more
FCT, Abuja – In a significant twist on Monday, March 10, the Senate ruled out a reversal of the six-month suspension imposed on Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central. Senate Stands Firm on Natasha’s Suspension Senate spokesman, Yemi Adaramodu, in an interview with The Punch, on Monday, dismissed any pressure to reinstate Akpoti-Uduaghan, emphasising … Read more
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has undertaken more projects for the people of the South East than any of his predecessors. He emphasized that, in light of this, the President merits their full support in the upcoming 2027 elections as a form of gratitude. Umahi made these … Read more
The National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Shehu Musa Gabam, has clarified the party’s stance on forming a coalition, as more politicians are expected to follow former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai in joining the party. El-Rufai officially left the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for the SDP on Monday, a move that … Read more
Bashir El-Rufai, the son of the immediate past governor of Kaduna state, Nasir El-Rufai, has made a U-turn concerning his view about the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi. The former governor’s son went ahead to describe Obi, who was a two-term governor of Anambra state, as a potential president or … Read more
The Jigawa State chapter of the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has initiated a campaign to raise awareness about flooding in the local communities. Naija News reports that the agency’s Director, Ahmad Tijjani, visited the District Head of Bulangu palace in the Kafin Hausa Local Government Area, accompanied by a team of NOA Social Mobilisation Officers. … Read more
President Bola Tinubu is currently hosting an Iftar dinner at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where he is breaking fast with key political figures and government officials. Attendees include: Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike (Fubara’s former political mentor) Several state governors, ministers, and heads of government … Read more
The National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Shehu Musa Gabam, has revealed that more prominent politicians are on the verge of joining the party, following the recent defection of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Gabam, speaking in an interview with Trust TV on Monday, said … Read more
At least 13 people have reportedly died in an attack by terrorists of the Lakurawa sect in seven villages in Kebbi State. It was gathered that the attavk from the terrorist group stemmed from the killing of its leader, Maigemu during a combined security operation in Birnin Dede village. Politics Nigeria had reported that Maigemu … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has stressed his administration’s commitment to youth empowerment, declaring that the government’s policies are designed to secure a prosperous future for the next generation. Speaking while inaugurating the Planning Committee for the National Youth Congress at the State House, Abuja, on Monday, the President urged young Nigerians to take ownership of the … Read more
The political crisis within the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) appears to be intensifying, as the Director-General of Media and Publicity to the Kano State Governor, Sunusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, has openly challenged a federal lawmaker and fellow NNPP member, Hon. Tijjani Abdulkadir Jobe, in a heated confrontation that could further divide the party. In a … Read more
Chief Dubem Onyia, former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and ex-member of the House of Representatives, has passed away. Elected to the House of Representatives in 1999, Onyia subsequently resigned to serve as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs from 1999 to 2003. He died on Monday in an Abuja hospital after a brief … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused a faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State of creating unnecessary political tension by demanding Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s resignation or impeachment. Naija News reports that the response follows remarks by the APC factional chairman recognized by the party’s national leadership, Tony Okocha, who insisted that … Read more
Former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, and the party’s governorship candidate in Lagos State in 2023, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, have visited the family of late Doyin Okupe. Obi disclosed the visit in a post on X, saying he visited the family to offer his condolences. He stated, “Following the sad news of the … Read more
The details of President Bola Tinubu’s message to governors have emerged following a high-level Iftar dinner at the State House in Abuja on Monday night. The president broke his fast alongside the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Tinubu also hosted other governors, ministers, and … Read more
The Rivers State Government has strongly rejected calls from a faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) demanding the resignation or impeachment of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The development follows renewed political tensions as Governor Fubara vowed that threats would not deter him from those attempting to disrupt governance in the state. Fubara, addressing his supporters, … Read more
An Enugu State High Court, presided over by Justice Ngozi Orji, has ordered the imprisonment of Dr. Ngozi Unaogu, Acting Chief Medical Director of the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Enugu, along with Dr. Ubochi, Head of Clinical Services, for contempt. This decision arises from proceedings initiated by Dr. Afam Ndu, principal of the School of Basic … Read more
A political group, Young Nigerian Voices, has called on Hon. Emeka Nwajiuba to consider contesting in the 2027 presidential election, citing his impressive track record and potential to address national challenges. The call was made in a statement signed and made available to journalists in Awka, the Anambra State capital, on Monday by the group’s … Read more