Politics

… The crisis of out-of-school children in Nigeria, numbering 18.5 million, is worsening …. Analysts warn of the consequences of security and poverty Daud Olatunji Imo, Ogun and Rivers states have emerged as the worst offenders among the 21 states and the Federal Capital Territory which have failed to access a total of ₦97.88 billion in basic education funds, compounding …

During the special prayer session at the National Mosque, Abuja, which attracted governors, ministers, politicians and worshipers from across the country, the Sultan of Sokoto, represented by the Etsu Nupe, Yahaya Abubakar, together with other eminent traditional rulers and Islamic scholars, prayed for Allah’s guidance, wisdom, good health and strength for President Bola Tinubuas who directs the affairs of the …

A governorship hopeful of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State, Laja Adeoye, has predicted that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will lose control of the state in the 2027 general elections. Speaking during an interview in Lagos, Adeoye said many residents were increasingly dissatisfied with governance under the APC and were ready for political change. The real estate …

Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike on Sunday said loyal members had taken back the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), blasting defectors and attacking opposition figures ahead of the 2027 general elections. Wike made the remarks at the 10th National Elective Convention of the PDP held in Abuja, describing the meeting as a turning point for the party after months of …

Post views: 23 The Niger Tornadoes produced a decisive late performance to secure a 2-0 victory over Wikki Tourists in their matchday 32 match of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) at the Bako Kontagora Stadium, Minna. After a hotly contested first half, the breakthrough came in the closing stages, with Abdulrasheed Shehu Dabai converting from the spot before …

The Rivers State Government has told the High Court sitting in Port Harcourt that over $302 billion was spent during the six-month administration of the former Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), between March and August 2025. The disclosure was contained in a counter-affidavit filed with the court in response to a freedom of information lawsuit brought by the …

Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, has publicly apologized to Vice President Kashim Shettima for a controversial social media post in which he described the country’s number two citizen as “very helpless.” In a statement shared on X on Sunday, Bashir acknowledged that his previous comments were inappropriate and expressed regret, while reaffirming his respect for …

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has voiced concern over what it describes as the ruling All Progressives Congress’ (APC) unease ahead of the 2027 general elections, despite the party dominating Nigeria’s political landscape. The opposition party noted that the APC currently controls 31 states and controls about 90 percent of the members of the National Assembly, but still appears uncertain …

The National President of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on the occasion of his 74th birthday, describing him as a strategic leader with an unwavering commitment to nation building. According to Yilwatda’s Special Adviser on Media and Communications Strategy, Abimbola Tooki, Sunday “the occasion is not only a moment of celebration for …

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reasons why it is considering adopting a consensus candidate to fly its flag in the 2027 presidential elections. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, believes that this approach is the most practical and cost-effective option available to the party. He spoke during an appearance on Arise TV’s One-on-One program on Saturday, explaining that …