Politics

Prominent political opposition figures, on Wednesday stormed the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja, to protest the non-recognition of the National Working Committee of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by Senator David Mark. Vehicular and pedestrian movement around the commission headquarters was severely disrupted as demonstrators gathered despite continued rainfall. The protests, initially related to …

The Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced four people convicted of terrorism-related offenses linked to Boko Haram to life imprisonment, while 14 others received varying prison sentences. Judge James Omotosho handed down the sentence after all the defendants pleaded guilty to charges brought by the federal government of Nigeria. The prosecution, led by the Attorney General of the Federation …

Post views: 19 By Silvernews The Progressive Club Chairmen Forum has urged its members to remain steadfast and united ahead of the 2026 Nationwide League One (NLO) season, which begins on 10 April. In an internal memo dated April 9, the Forum addressed concerns arising from a recent NLO communication declaring the body “unrecognized,” assuring members that its mission …

Former member of the House of Representatives, Mr Ehiozuwa Agbonayinma, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State. Agbonayinma, who represented Ikpoba-Okha/Egor Federal Constituency between 2015 and 2019, announced his resignation at his residence in Benn City on Wednesday. He regretted that the party had been hijacked by individuals who took over the party for their own …

Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya has dissolved the Gombe State Executive Council, in a move widely interpreted as part of ongoing political recalibrations within the state. The decision was announced Wednesday during the 53rd meeting of the State Executive Council, although no official reason for this radical action was provided at this time. However, credible sources within government circles suggest that …

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, on Wednesday visited former governor of Kano State, Ibrahim Shekarau. and sought his support for the party ahead of the 2022 general election27. He described Shekarau as a sincere person and a good politician whose experience was crucial to his party’s success. He said that Kano holds a special …

By Joseph Amedu, Lokoja Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, has officially handed over construction of a multi-billion international airport project to contractors for immediate commencement of work. The development marked the beginning of the elephant project at its site in Zariagi, on the outskirts of Lokoja, the state capital. The Governor, represented at the ceremony by the State Commissioner for …

The Tanimu Turaki-led People’s Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday held a closed-door meeting with the David Mark-led African Democratic Congress (ADC). A high-level PDP delegation led by Turaki arrived at Mark’s residence at Apo Legislative Building, Abuja, on Wednesday at 4.50pm. Sources close to the party told reporters that the visit was part of the PDP’s move to form an …

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed the suspension of military strikes against Iranian targets following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the two countries. The development signals a temporary pause in direct confrontation between Israel and Iran, after weeks of escalating tensions. In an official statement released on Wednesday, the Israeli military said it had stopped offensive operations …

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Anambra State has suspended all congresses in the state until further notice. The Chairman and Secretary of the ADC in the state, Mr Patrick Obianyo and Mr Lawrence Okeke, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday in Awka. The duo said the decision underscores the party’s commitment to the rule of law, due …