Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has criticised the federal government’s budgeting approach, warning that Nigeria is sliding into fiscal opacity. He said overlapping budgets have weakened transparency and undermined fiscal discipline. Overlapping Budget In a post on X on Monday, Obi questioned which budget Nigeria is currently implementing. His comment followed…
The foot-dragging by the Godswill Akpabio-led Senate in passing the 2025 Electoral Act Amendment Bill risks undermining public confidence in the 2027 general elections. Election stakeholders, civil society organisations, and opposition parties have repeatedly stressed the urgency of electoral reforms ahead of the next polls. Yet, despite the House of Representatives passing the bill in…
Peter Obi addressed a gathering in Ibadan. He highlighted key issues facing Nigeria. The former governor spoke at a special event. Obi’s Speech at Oyo State Celebration Obi attended the Thanksgiving service for Oyo State’s 50th anniversary. The event took place at St Peter’s Cathedral in Aremo, Ibadan. He shared his views on national challenges…
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has said the Labour Party (LP) remains a strong and relevant political force despite the exit of its former presidential candidate, Peter Obi. Otti spoke on Saturday night at a national working committee (NWC) meeting of the party held in Abuja. Peter Obi officially left the Labour Party on December…
Human rights activist and political commentator Aisha Yesufu has reaffirmed her strong support for Peter Obi, describing him as Nigeria’s most credible leader ahead of the 2027 presidential election. She spoke during an interview with Seun Okinbaloye, Channels Television’s political correspondent, on his personal podcast “Mic On.” Her comments come amid growing debates within the…
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has described January as a deeply troubling month for Nigerians. The ex-Anambra governor lamented worsening insecurity, failing public services, and President Bola Tinubu’s prolonged absence from the country as part of what affected the month for Nigerians. Obi shared his concerns in a post on X on Saturday….
Dr. Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, affirmed his strong support for President Bola Tinubu. Matawalle appointed as minister of state for defence under Tinubu He predicted a convincing win for the president in the 2027 election. Matawalle made this statement at his residence in Abuja on January 31, 2026. He urged Nigerians…
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has pledged to deliver at least 2.5 million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. He made the promise on Friday in Benin City while addressing supporters at a rally organised by the Renewed Hope Ambassadors for Tinubu’s re-election. The governor spoke confidently as party loyalists…
The Accord Party has criticised the federal government for withholding local government funds meant for Osun State.The party described the action as unjust and harmful to grassroots governance. Maxwell Mgbudem, the national chairman of Accord, made the call in a statement issued on Friday. Disputed Osun LG Elections In February 2025, the Osun State government…
The Rivers State Government responded to claims from supporters of President Bola Tinubu. Organizers planned a rally at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium in Port Harcourt. However they moved the event to another location. Wike’s Accusation Nyesom Wike accused the state government of denying access to the stadium. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory spoke…
