Tinubu Threatens to Cut State Funds Over Local Government Autonomy

Tinubu Threatens to Cut State Funds Over Local Government Autonomy

President Bola Tinubu issues a strong warning to state governors. He threatens to slash their allocations if they block local government autonomy. This move aims to enforce a Supreme Court ruling. Tinubu stresses direct fund releases to local governments. Moreover Tinubu highlights compliance issues. Some governors still withhold statutory allocations. He vows to use an…

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Vote Buying Fails When Voters Determine To Elect Their Choices – Rivers Rep

Vote Buying Fails When Voters Determine To Elect Their Choices – Rivers Rep

A member of the House of Representatives, Awaji Inombek-Abiante, has said vote buying will fail in Nigeria if voters remain determined to elect candidates of their choice. Inombek-Abiante, who represents Andoni/Opobo Federal Constituency in Rivers State, made the statement during an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Friday. He said elections lose credibility…

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INEC Tells PDP Factions to Put House in Order Ahead of Elections

INEC Tells PDP Factions to Put House in Order Ahead of Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has urged rival factions of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to urgently put their house in order. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, gave the directive during a meeting with leaders of both factions in Abuja. According to him, the commission called the meeting after receiving conflicting correspondence from different…

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“Some Lawmakers May Not Go Home Today” — Akpabio Warns Tinubu After Police Pullout

“Some Lawmakers May Not Go Home Today” — Akpabio Warns Tinubu After Police Pullout

Senate President Godswill Akpabio addressed President Bola Tinubu directly during a key event. He highlighted urgent safety issues for lawmakers. This moment captured national attention. The Appeal During Budget Presentation Akpabio made his plea at the National Assembly. President Tinubu presented the 2026 budget proposal there. Akpabio urged Tinubu to review the recent directive that…

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Tinubu Seeks Lawmakers’ Approval to Carry Over 2025 Budget to 2026

Tinubu Seeks Lawmakers’ Approval to Carry Over 2025 Budget to 2026

Nigerians follow government moves closely. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu now requests approval from the National Assembly. He wants to extend the 2025 budget implementation until March 31, 2026. This step addresses key fiscal issues. Lawmakers receive the letter during sessions. They discuss it promptly. The Formal Request Tinubu submits a detailed letter on December 18,…

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