Politics

Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has claimed that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential primaries were from the start structured in favor of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, insisting that former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi never had a realistic chance of emerging as the party’s flag bearer. Speaking at his monthly press conference in Abuja on Monday, Wike …

By Ayo Kehinde Five sacked police officers on trial for the alleged extrajudicial killing of Oghenemine Ogidi, popularly known as OG Millan, have been remanded in custody by the Asaba High Court, Delta State. The case arises from the death of 28-year-old Ogidi on April 26, 2026, in Effurun, Delta State, during an encounter where he was allegedly intercepted while …

Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has officially severed ties with the African Democratic Congress, alleging that the party’s presidential primaries were designed to favor former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Lawal announced his resignation from the party on Monday in a statement posted on his official Facebook page, stating that he could not continue to be …

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed how he has managed diabetes, a disease with no cure for now, for over 40 years.Obasanjo was military head of state from 13 February 1976 to 1 October 1979, when he handed over power to the late Alhaji Shehu Shagari.He also served as civilian President from May 29, 1999 to May 29, 2007, when …

Post views: 45 By Silvernews Sir Stanley Sunny Nganya has emerged as the new president of Standard Tennis Club (STDC) Owerri after defeating Sir Ugochukwu Nwaogwugwu in the club’s presidential election held at the club’s headquarters in Owerri on Sunday. Nganya secured 63 votes to overtake Nwaogwugwu, who garnered 27 votes in an election that attracted considerable interest from …

The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, on Thursday declared open the 2026 edition of the Abeokuta Film Festival, describing the Ogun State capital as his “second home” for its rich cultural heritage and warm hospitality. Speaking at the event held on May 28 in Abeokuta, Musawa commended the organizers and organizers of the festival …

By Ayo Kehinde Suspected terrorists holding the wives of the Emir of Yashikira and several residents kidnapped in a violent midnight raid have threatened to forcibly marry the captive women to their commanders if the ₦150 million ransom demand is not met, security sources involved in the ongoing rescue negotiations have confirmed. The threat marks a chilling escalation in the …

A presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has ruled out litigation over the results of the May 25 presidential primaries. Former Vice President Atiku defeated Hayatu-Deen and former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, to elect the ADC presidential ticket in the 2027 elections. However, two other factions in the ADC led by former presidential candidate, Dumebi …

The main threat to Nigerian democracy is no longer a lack of understanding of elections, but the growing doubt that elections matter. What is often labeled voter apathy is actually a rational response.When citizens believe their votes count, hope guides them; when manipulation seems possible, disengagement ensues, not out of contempt for democracy, but out of a sense of abandonment …

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has produced three presidential candidates for the 2027 general elections. A faction in the party led by the national faction chairman, Bala Gombe has announced businessman, Prof. Chris Uba, as presidential candidate for the 2027 general election following the end of the national primaries. They also handed over flags to 29 gubernatorial candidates in the …