…concerning allegations involving a former US investigation of their country’s political leadership. Concealing Tinubu’s alleged drug trafficking records makes US complicit – American missionary

…where I stand, and I am not shifting grounds on that,”he said. The governor also charged political leaders across the state to join hands with him in sustaining the prevailing peace and putting the past political crisis behind them. “Just think of where we are coming from. Think of what has happened before. For me, I a…

…Matters to Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu, Col. Ahmed Usman (retd.), has called on political leaders and other stakeholders to put aside partisan differences and unite in the fight against banditry in the state. Usman made the call on Sunday in a statement while reacting to recent comments by some opposition politic…

…Security Matters to Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu, Col. Ahmed Usman (Rtd), has urged political leaders and other stakeholders to set aside partisan differences and unite against banditry and other security challenges confronting the state. Usman made the appeal while reacting to recent comments by some opposition p…

…inflammatory statements can spread within minutes and create tension in communities. “Political leaders, their supporters, influencers and the media must, therefore, exercise responsibility. “Candidates should challenge the records and policies of their opponents rather than resort to mudslinging and unsubstantiated al…

…Agenda (OPARHA), said the talks covered the need for unity and collective action among political leaders across party lines. He stressed that public declarations of support must translate into concrete mobilisation at the grassroots level.Oluyede said he would personally lead campaigns across all 16 local government ar…

…be removed. Nigerians are entitled to ask what has changed and why,” he said. He urged political leaders to move beyond arguments over whether subsidy should exist and instead focus on building an economy that makes fuel more affordable through domestic refining, improved infrastructure and stronger investment. Alfindi…

…former president’s release from prison and argued that securing the support of northern political leaders for a second term would be difficult. Obasanjo reportedly asked whether that represented their final position or whether there was still room for negotiation. Babangida allegedly replied that further discussions re…

…They said every improvement in electoral conduct, acceptance of election outcomes by political leaders and protection of voters by security agencies would contribute to strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions. The post Osun Poll: Groups urge Tinubu, INEC to sustain credible elections appeared first on Vanguard…

…preserving mutual respect and the unity of the country.” “Nigeria belongs to all of us. Political leaders must resist the temptation to weaponise ethnicity or religion. Statements capable of inflaming ethnic, religious or regional tensions have no place in a healthy democracy. “Political disagreement should never becom…

…wellbeing of the people, they will definitely do that,” Dalung said. He also warned political leaders against concentrating on wealth accumulation at the expense of leaving a positive legacy. “If we have leaders who have conscience, who know that all this money they are busy stockpiling, one day they will depart this e…

…governor, he knows what desperate and criminally minded individuals masquerading as political leaders within the ruling establishment can do from time to time. He added that instead of mobilising genuine political support, some of them resort to buying arms, training individuals, recruiting armed thugs and colluding wi…

…to demonstrate sufficient concern over the plight of victims of banditry. Shinaka said political leaders had a responsibility to stand with communities during difficult periods. “Our people are being killed and abducted. Families have lost their breadwinners, yet we have not seen the necessary support or presence from…

…democracy in Nigeria,” Agbedi said. The Minority Leader urged opposition parties, political leaders and presidential aspirants to put aside individual ambitions and begin negotiations towards a common political arrangement capable of mounting a serious challenge to the APC. He said the economic and social difficulties…

…arose during the 2013 Anambra and 2014 Ekiti governorship elections where senior political leaders mobilised and descended on the states. "Upon being briefed, I ordered party leaders and senior government officials to leave the states immediately," he said. Jonathan described the trend as unwholesome, saying if left un…

…what he described as an emerging trend in political conduct, where governors and other political leaders from outside a state attempt to influence the outcome of off-cycle elections. Jonathan made the remark in a statement on Tuesday while reacting to the outcome of the just-concluded governorship election in Osun Stat…

…however, sparked mixed reactions online, with some Nigerians questioning the idea of political leadership being passed down within a family as though it were an inheritance.

…would make the allegation even more concerning. The organisations stressed that political leaders had a responsibility to exercise restraint and promote peaceful participation regardless of party affiliation. They said allegations of threats against citizens because of their political affiliation or choices should be i…

…he personally assessed the extent of the damage and sympathised with the affected political leaders, their families and supporters. “I strongly condemned the attacks as unwarranted, cowardly, and completely unacceptable in a democratic society,” he said. The senator said political differences should not degenerate into…

…Senator Magnus Abe, said the meeting was convened to enable the previously estranged political leaders to discuss modalities for achieving peace and reconciliation. Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Abe said the committee had held several engagements to develop a framework for members of the political family t…

…political arrangement would return to the North. Kwankwaso cited historical examples of political leaders who had accepted positions below what they could have attained, including Sir Ahmadu Bello, who chose to remain Premier of Northern Nigeria rather than becoming Prime Minister. He also said Nigerians should underst…

…he said. The APC youth leader further urged the party to give greater roles to local political leaders, community organisers, women mobilisers and youth coordinators, arguing that grassroots actors understand their communities and can connect with voters more effectively. Israel identified internal division as another…

…weight of the law," the statement said. The police also called on parents, guardians, political leaders, religious leaders, community leaders and other stakeholders to caution their followers and ensure that celebrations remained peaceful and orderly. According to the command, “the police and other security agencies ha…

…them through their votes. "The Osun election is a morale booster for many emerging political leaders and genuine democrats who believe that strong connection with the electorate, fulfilment of electoral promises, empathy, commitment to quality leadership, strategic positioning and credible engagement with the people re…

…country’s democracy, saying Nigerians must be able to believe that commitments made by political leaders mean something. He advocated a different political culture in which disagreements would not turn political opponents into enemies and opposition would go beyond the desire to remove incumbents from office. “A politi…