…the publication of fabricated, untrue, and defamatory reports against the family of the Governor of Anambra State. The arraignment followed the Command's receipt of the suspect from the Department of State Services Awka, and the conclusion of Police investigations into a petition alleging the publication of false infor…

…on the part of the security forces,” the statement read. Makinde’s reaction Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde also paid tribute to personnel involved in the operation. “Really grateful for the safe return of the children and teachers abducted from Oriire LGA 56 days ago. Our priority now is to ensure they are reunited wi…

GistReel Nollywood actress and the African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate for the 2027 Abia State election, Doris Ogala, has declared that she will become the state’s next governor, insisting that her ambition is backed by divine instruction. Ogala made the remarks in a video that has since gone viral acr…

…cycle over the past two years. Since assuming office in September 2023, CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso has led the Monetary Policy Committee through one of the most aggressive tightening cycles in Nigeria’s history, raising the Monetary Policy Rate from 18.75 per cent to a peak of 27.50 per cent through a series of hikes…

…Headquarters of the 2 Division Nigerian Army Medical Services, Odogbo Barracks, Ibadan. Governor Seyi Makinde, who visited the victims on Saturday, had disclosed that they would remain under medical observation for 48 hours before being formally handed over to the state government. He said, “Our plan right now is to wa…

…National Electoral Commission over alleged failure to investigate claims that governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress diverted N800bn for political and campaign activities. SERAP, in the suit filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja, is asking the court to compel INEC to probe allegations…

The wife of Adamawa State Governor, Lami Fintiri, and 33 other shop owners whose properties along Hospital Road and Target Junction were demolished have received a total of N673m in compensation. Reacting to allegations that the demolition was an act of political vendetta, the Commissioner for Information, Mr Leader Le…

…he’s concerned about the safety of Nigerian people,” Kalu said. The former Abia State Governor explained that the first step towards establishing state police is for state Houses of Assembly to approve constitutional amendments removing the provision that recognises only one police force in the country. According to hi…

…him in a debate because Obi knows he cannot compare the success of his administration as governor of Anambra state with his when he was governor of Ebonyi state."Many Nigerians expected what could have been one of the most consequential conversations on public service in recent times. Instead, Mr. Obi declined the invi…

…devastation. Community members have appealed to the Cross River State Government, led by Governor Bassey Edet Otu, as well as well-meaning Cross Riverians, to come to the aid of the bereaved family, who have not only lost four children but have also been left without shelter after their home was destroyed by the landsl…

…Alhaji Dawud Akinola, have expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, and security agencies over the successful rescue of the pupils, teachers, and other victims abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo […] The post Catholic bishop, Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland hail safe…

…the President, the National Security Adviser, the Kwara State Government, the Nigeria Governors' Forum and security agencies to immediately launch a coordinated rescue mission. "Our hearts are heavy as we await news of 176 innocent citizens currently in captivity from Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area and…

…minister had earlier invited Obi to a debate focused on their respective performances as governors. Both politicians were two-term former governors. However, Obi, during an interview with media entrepreneur Chude Jideonwo, said Umahi must first become a presidential candidate before inviting him to such an engagement.…

…would be shutdown in public interest. Akintunde, who doubles as the Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun, gave the warning after the evacuation of waste deposits at the Farmers Markets, Solu Road in Ifo and Mamu Market in Ifo and Ijebu North local government aeas of the state. “A situation where market leaders dump…

…the tributes paid to the fallen officer: Oyo Affairs wrote: “Here is one of the officers Governor Seyi Makinde mentioned, who paid the supreme sacrifice while trying to rescue the abducted Oriire teachers and schoolchildren. May his soul rest in peace. ” Sir Kay said: “Lieutenant F.A. Isaac was a gallant Army officer w…

…residential building. Confirming the incident to newsmen, the Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Fire Reform and Chairman of the Fire Services Reform, Morrof Akinwande, said the agency received a distress call from one Mr Abiodun Mayowa reporting the fire. "At exactly 20:38 hrs on Saturday, July 11, 2026, our…

…where necessary. The coalition also appealed to the Ebonyi State House of Assembly and Governor Francis Nwifuru to intervene in the matter in the interest of electricity consumers. Responding, Head of Communications, Eastland Electricity Distribution Limited (EEDL), a subsidiary of EEDC, Ezeagu, said the company remain…

…Fayose has urged Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu to direct her call for help to APC governors, saying they hold the key to alleviating poverty in their states. Fayose gave the advice in a post on his official Instagram page while reacting to the recent appeal by the First Lady who called on Afrobeats artistes, incl…

…stress they have undergone while in captivity. ‘Also, I want to thank our peace loving governor, Seyi Makinde for standing by the victims and their relations during their moment of trials. Likewise, the security operatives led by the Chief of Defence staff, Inspector General of Police and leadership of other security a…

…African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar.The ex-Anambra governor dared Okonkwo to publicly release every alleged damaging piece of information he claims to have against him.Obi made the vow during an interview with media personality, Chude Jideonwo, stating that his lawsuit against Okonkw…

…Kayode Egbetokun, during a recent visit to Osun State ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election, where he alleged that some wanted criminals were taking refuge within the Government House. Governor Ademola Adeleke had responded to the allegation by stating that anyone found to have committed a crime, including…

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has called on security agencies, particularly the Osun State Command of the Nigeria Police Force, to sustain the ongoing momentum against criminal elements following the successful rescue of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State. The governor made the appeal while congratulating…

…Branch further questioned the timing of the pupils’ abduction, referencing Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s recent political declaration for presidential bid. According to him, the sequence of events had fueled public speculation, although he maintained that he was not accusing anyone but simply making an appeal for c…

…joined it on December 31, 2025. However, in May 2026, the former Anambra state governor left the ADC for the NDC, citing internal divisions and court cases. ‘How I will handle opposition as president’ – Peter Obi

…aimed at destabilizing their preparations for the 2027 polls. ILT also recalled that Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, had in the past warned Mr. Peter Obi, threatening that his security was not guaranteed in his state, and noted that actually when he visited Edo State early this year for political activities, gu…