APC labels Atiku’s PDP exit ‘ambition without principle’
The Ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) says Atiku Abubakar’s resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) poses no threat to its political dominance. APC’s Lagos spokesman, Mr Seye Oladejo, in a Wednesday statement, said Atiku’s possible defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) changes nothing for the 2027 elections. According to the News Agency of […]
Atiku: It’s better for anyone holding PDP down to quit – Makinde
Oyo state Governor Seyi Makinde , has downplayed the exit of the People’s Democratic Party Presidential candidate Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, declaring that it won’t affect the fortune of the party. Makinde said this in Akure , the Ondo state capital during an interview with journalists at the 10th anniversary of the rulership of the Deji […]
Buhari: Moroccan King commiserates with Tinubu
His Majesty, King Mohammed VI of Morocco, has extended condolences to President Bola Tinubu over the death of former Nigerian president, Muhammadu Buhari. The monarch, in a statement, expressed sympathy to Tinubu, the late president’s family, and the people of Nigeria, describing the loss as a ‘sad occurrence’. He described Buhari as an “illustrious leader who […]
2027:PDP preaches unity at Edo meeting to defeat Tinubu
Amidst internal crisis and factionalism, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State yesterday said unity is the best way to win elections in the state and defeat President Bola Tinubu in 2027. They also said they must close ranks ahead of the August 16 by-elections in the state if they want to impact. The […]
Buhari could’ve long been dead if he had chosen to be treated in Nigeria – Ex aide Adesina
A former presidential spokesman, Femi Adesina, has said that former President Muhammadu Buhari might not have survived had he relied on Nigeria’s healthcare system. The ex-president died in London at about 4.30 pm on Sunday, July 13, following a brief illness. Adesina, speaking on Tuesday during an appearance on Channels Television, said those criticising the […]
Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, laid to rest in Ijebu Ode
The Awujale of Ijebuland and paramount ruler of the Ijebu people, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, has been buried on Monday at his private residence in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State. The highly respected monarch, who died at the age of 91, was interred according to Islamic rites in a solemn, dignified ceremony attended by royal family […]
UN Deputy Secretary-General pays tribute to Buhari in New York
United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, on Monday, visited the Nigeria House in New York to pay tributes to Nigeria’s late former President Muhammadu Buhari. Mohammed, who served under Buhari both as Minister of Environment and earlier at the Petroleum Trust Fund, signed the condolence register and prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul. […]
NEW EDOLINE:GOV OKPEBHOLO SUSPENDS COMMISSIONING OF BUSES IN HONOUR OF LATE FOMER PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI
AS a mark of deep respect and in the mood of national national mourning, the Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has announced the suspension of the commissioning ceremony of 102 ultra-modern buses acquired for the newly rebranded Edoline Mass Transit Scheme. In a press statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua […]
Edo assembly approves N100bn loan for infrastructure projects
The Edo House of Assembly on Tuesday approved a N100bn loan for Governor Monday Okpebholo to carry out infrastructural development across the state. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the approval followed Monday’s letter, addressed to the Speaker of the House, Blessing Agbebaku. The letter, signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar […]
Only PDP can decide Edo guber candidate for 2024 – Obaseki
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has said the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has the sole right to determine its candidate for the Sept. 21, 2024 Edo governorship election. Obaseki stated this when he visited Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State in company of former Gov. Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom to congratulate him on his […]
