…Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NEXIM Bank; Mr. Albert Bassey, former senator representing Akwa Ibom North East Senatorial District; Mr. Chukwunyere Anamekwe Nwabuoku, former Acting Accountant-General of the Federation; and Mr. Saleh Mamman, former Minister of Power. These convictions underscore the Co…

…of Nigeria (Alteration) (State Police) Bill, 2026, revealing that 84 of the 109 senators voted in support of the legislation during its clause-by-clause consideration, describing the outcome as evidence of broad bipartisan backing. The clarification comes amid growing debate over the proposed decentralisation of polici…

…for the 2027 general elections. Addressing journalists during the rally, the State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, Abdulateef Alakawa, said the event was organised to thank God for the peaceful conduct of the primaries, which produced candidates for elective offices across the state through the direct prim…

The All Progressives Congress Senatorial aspirant for Kwara South, Sola Ajimati, has expressed confidence in the leadership and integrity of the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, amid recent allegations and media reports surrounding his office. In a statement on Sunday, the APC chieftain said the grou…

…of Nigeria (Alteration) (State Police) Bill, 2026, insisting that 84 of the 109 senators voted in support of the bill during its clause-by-clause consideration, describing the outcome as evidence of broad bipartisan backing for the constitutional amendment. Defending the Senate's decision in a statement issued by his m…

…"She fit get 100 branch." The renewed attention comes weeks after First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu urged Nigerian women to embrace low-capital businesses such as frying akara, roasting corn and producing kulikuli, describing them as sustainable ventures that could benefit from grants instead of loans. Her remarks drew…

…budget framework. In a statement issued on Sunday and signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko, the group described the allegations as a serious concern for fiscal transparency and accountability. HURIWA said the claims, which it noted were highlighted during the recent International Monetary Fund…

…for the 2027 general elections. Addressing journalists during the rally, the State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, Abdulateef Alakawa, said the event was organised to thank God for the peaceful conduct of the primaries, which produced candidates for elective offices across the state through the direct prim…

…students, among other items. While noting that the interventions cut across the three senatorial districts of the state, the COAS disclosed that the Nigerian Army has commissioned over 250 intervention projects across the country's six geopolitical zones to foster public support and enhance civil-military cooperation.…

…of two young lives in such a tragic circumstance is not only a devastating blow to Senator Baba Tela and his immediate family but also a painful loss to the entire people of Bauchi State," the statement added. The governor prayed for the repose of the souls of the deceased, asking Almighty Allah to grant them Aljannatu…

By Demola Akinyemi OSOGBO - Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has approved the reconstitution of the Imole Campaign Council (TICC) to accommodate prominent former members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who recently defected to the Accord in the state ahead of the August 15 governorship election. The…

US President Donald Trump's visit to Ankara for the NATO summit could help secure Turkey's acquisition of dozens of fighter jet engines, but won't resolve the F-35 dispute that has soured ties, analysts say. The July 7-8 summit, which is being hosted by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, will bring together leaders from t…

…bound for an administrative awakening." The group said the June 20, 2026, Ondo South Senatorial by-election reflected the impact of what it described as the governor's "isolationist approach." According to Asagunla, although Ondo South has 673,446 registered voters, only 70,770 participated in the election, with the AP…

…the APC said it is an internal process which is being addressed internally. Former senator representing Ekiti North, Ayo Arise, disclosed in an interview that he had approached the court to challenge the outcome of the APC's senatorial primary in his district, insisting that he lawfully won the exercise. Arise said his…

…let alone in the detailed form I presume she would like it. I imagine that the former Senator, one-quarter politician, one-quarter wife, one-quarter Aso Rock Quarterback and one-quarter writer and editor, could produce her manuscript in one night. And that the book would be published the following day, given that her a…

…energy, and marine biotechnology." In his keynote address, the Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Duoye Diri, commended President Tinubu for establishing the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, describing it as a strategic step towards diversifying Nigeria's economy. He said Bayelsa followed suit by creating its…

…week might be too soon for the visit because Trump will be traveling to Turkey for a NATO summit on July 7-8. “It might take place the week after,” the official told Axios. Netanyahu’s office said the two men spoke on Friday and agreed to meet “soon” in the United States. Washington is Israel’s closest ally, but Trump…

…chief said he joined the PDP to pursue his ambition of representing Jigawa South-West Senatorial District in the National Assembly. "I have left the APC for the PDP because I believe this is the platform to deliver real representation for Jigawa South West," Abba said. Abba said the large turnout of supporters at the r…

…has stirred fresh reactions after sharing an AI-generated image depicting First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, frying and selling akara, days after her remarks about small-scale businesses sparked widespread criticism. The image, posted on Friday, portrays the First Lady operating a roadside akara stand while wearing an…

…intervention fund to the affected shop owners. Alli, currently representing Oyo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly under APC, said, "Leadership must go beyond rhetoric and political campaigns. People-oriented governance requires prompt response, empathy and tangible support for citizens in moments of cr…

…of a wider network. Also listed is the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, whose office the ADC said should explain whether any approvals, recognitions or official records existed in relation to PFIPC. The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack, was als…

…of his historic address to the House of Lords in London on Friday, Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma has received a special recognition from the United States House of Representatives for his transformative leadership. Uzodimma, apart from the address at the House of Lords , would be receiving "African Inspirat…

…launch fresh attacks. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko, the rights group said the development should not be interpreted as a sign that the war against insurgency has been won. Instead, it urged the Federal Government to take urgent steps to prevent extrem…

…into one. “He brought me into politics and stood by me along with others to become the Senator representing Lagos West and later the governor of our Lagos State,” the President stated. Tinubu recalled their shared sacrifices during Nigeria’s pro-democracy struggle, saying they fought together to actualise the June 12,…

…general election. We're vindicated - Mark Meanwhile, the National Chairman of ADC, Senator David Mark, has described the Federal High Court judgment affirming his leadership of the party as a major victory for democracy and the rule of law. Mark said the decision, which upheld the legitimacy of the party's NWC and orde…