Politics

Former Governor of Benue State, Chief Samuel Ortom, said on Tuesday that God has instructed him not to contest any election in 2027. Ortom stated this when members of the G-14 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) paid a courtesy visit to Makurdi. The G-14 members are PDP chairmen in the 14 Tiv-speaking local government areas of Benue State. The former governor …

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has underscored the critical role of democratic institutions in addressing Nigeria’s current challenges and ensuring a prosperous future. In a statement posted on his X account on Tuesday, marking the 64th Independence Day, Jonathan emphasized that the future of the nation depends on the integrity of its institutions and the cultivation of a democratic culture that …

Rekan-rekan warga Nigeria, saat saya menyampaikan pesan ini kepada Anda hari ini, saya sangat menyadari perjuangan yang banyak dari Anda hadapi di masa-masa sulit ini. Pemerintahan kami tahu bahwa banyak dari Anda berjuang dengan meningkatnya biaya hidup dan pencarian pekerjaan yang berarti. Saya ingin meyakinkan Anda bahwa suara Anda didengar. Sebagai Presiden Anda, saya yakinkan Anda bahwa kami berkomitmen untuk …

The Julius Abure faction of the Labor Party criticized President Bola Tinubu’s government on Monday, urging him to carry out a thorough evaluation of his administration and dismiss ministers and heads of institutions who have failed to move the country forward. Considering the current economic situation, the faction rated the APC-led government as scoring only 2.5 out of 10. Speaking …

Senate President Godswill Akpabio called on Nigerians to maintain their hope, stressing that the country is on a path to prosperity despite the current challenges. Speaking at an Inter-denominational Church Service at the National Christian Center in Abuja to mark Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day, he acknowledged the hardships facing citizens but expressed optimism about the future under the leadership of …

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has won the local government elections held on September 28, 2024, in Anambra State, claiming all chairmanship and councilor positions in the 21 local government areas. Genevieve Osakwe, Chairperson of the Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission (ANSIEC), announced the results on Sunday evening at the commission headquarters in Awka, confirming APGA’s victory in the …

Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has raised serious concerns about rampant corruption in Nigeria. Speaking to journalists in Kano on Sunday, he highlighted the worrying normalization of corrupt practices among politicians. Ndume stated, “Our main challenge in this country is corruption. Until now, we do not have laws that are able to address the problem of corruption in …

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged Professor Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) “to immediately and effectively enforce the decision ordering INEC to pursue bribery cases against state governors and deputies them, and others. election violations committed in the 2023 election.” The judgment was delivered on July 18, 2024 by Hon. Justice Obiora …

Mr. Abayomi Tella on Saturday emerged as chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State. He was elected at the party’s state congress overseen by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abeokuta. In his speech after being announced as the winner of the election, Tella said his leadership would restore the party’s legacy. He said the true …

President Bola Tinubu’s plan to reshuffle his cabinet has received skepticism from Buba Galadima, chairman of the New Nigerian People’s Party (NNPP). Galadima downplayed the move, stressing that Nigerians had more pressing concerns. “The cabinet reshuffle plan has nothing to do with me or any Nigerian,” Galadima said on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday evening. “What is important is …