Two PDP, LP Reps dump parties for APC
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP) on Tuesday lost one lawmaker each in the House of Representatives to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The defectors — Hon. Peter Akpanke and Hon. Paul Nnamchi — formally announced their switch during plenary, with their defection letters read by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas. Akpanke, […]
FCT polls: Wike dismisses rigging claims, points to development projects
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has stated that those accusing his friends of rigging Area Council elections have nothing to show and campaign with. The Minister stated this on Tuesday, during the inauguration of the Right Hand Service Carriageway of the Inner Northern Expressway from Ring Road Three to Outer Northern […]
SDP suspends national chairman, others over alleged fraud
The Social Democratic Party has suspended its National Chairman, Shehu Gabam, over alleged financial misconduct and misappropriation of party funds. The party also suspended its National Auditor, Nnadi Clarkson, and National Youth Leader, Chukwuma Uchechukwu. The decision was announced in a statement by the National Publicity Secretary, Araba Aiyenigba, on Tuesday. “The suspended officials were […]
FIFA WORLD CUP ENDS IN STALEMATE
The much-anticipated opening clash of the expanded 2025 FIFA Club World Cup ended in a stalemate in the early hours of today as Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami failed to break down a resolute Al Ahly side in a 0-0 draw at the Hard Rock Stadium. In front of a raucous crowd of 60,927 fans, both […]
UHUNWONDE LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCIL PRESENTS BUDGET OF 6 BILLION
The acting Chairman, Uhunwonde local government council, Benjamin Osa-Iredia, has presented the 2025 budget estimate of Five point Nine billion naira to the Legislative Arm for consideration and approval
NIGERIA CELEBRATES 32 YEARS OF UNINTERRUPTED DEMOCRACY
Nigeria’s political leaders have been enjoined to completely allow the doctrine of democracy reflect in governance, having recognized June 12 as a worthwhile democracy day in the country. This was the submission of guests on an audience participation programme, Politics Today. Efosa Uwangue has details.
OLUWATOBILOBA POPULARLY KNOWN AS KIZZ DANIEL SHARED WHAT LED TO HIS SONG AL-JANNAH
Afrobeat singer and songwriter Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe, popularly known as Kizz Daniel, has shared a personal and emotional story behind his song “Al-Jannah”. In a recent interview, Kizz Daniel said the song is a tribute to his loved ones who have passed away, particularly his father, whom he described as his best friend. Kizz Daniel’s […]
NEW UPDATE: NIGERIAN POLICE EXTENCE GRACE PERIOD FOR PERMIT ENFORCEMENT
The Nigeria Police Force has extended the grace period for enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit requirement to August 12, 2025, following widespread feedback from the public. Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, announced the extension on Saturday in a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, citing the need for a more […]
A FERVENT CALL TO THE ESAN SPIRIT OF YORE TO ARISE AND SHINE
By Daniel A. Noah Osa-Ogbegie, Esq., PNM FCAI As a critical stakeholder in the Edo project, I always feel a compelling need to lend my voice to the direction the Edo Nation should go per time. I am of the Oloke family of Benin. Though from the centre of Benin City, but due to progressive […]
ADDRESSING OSHIOMHOLE’S IMPLACABLE QUEST TO BE EDO’S TINUBU (2) : SAVING EDO FROM ADAMS OSHIOMHOLE
By Daniel A. Noah Osa-Ogbegie About two weeks ago, I started this series on Adams Oshiomhole to draw attention to his unhealthy obsession to completely Lord it over Edo state, using underhand tactics of trying to heavily destroy the character and personality of otherwise brilliant and respectable Edo sons in the process. I went through […]
