Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo state, has openly distanced himself from the camp loyal to Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), accusing them of weakening the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to keep the All Progressives Congress (APC) in power. Makinde said he had “repented” and would no longer associate with forces he…
The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aligned with Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has fixed March 28 and 29 for its national convention. The decision was announced in a communiqué signed by Abdulrahman Mohammed, factional national chairman of the caretaker committee, and Samuel Anyawu, national secretary. Background The move…
Felix Morka, national publicity secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has dismissed claims by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) that civil servants are being forced to join the ruling party. In a statement on Monday, Morka described the allegation as “nonsensical, false and baseless.” APC Rejects Allegations According to Morka, the ADC’s claim seeks…
Abdullahi Sule, governor of Nasarawa state, says Umaru Fintiri, governor of Adamawa state, has “progressive DNA,” a comment aimed at political wooing. Sule spoke on Monday in Yola during the commissioning of the Federal Housing Estate Road Network and the presentation of a book titled Fintiri: The Man They Could Not Stop. The Democratic Spirit…
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….
