Agbomhere Declares APC Bid for Etsako Reps Seat in Edo
By Chinedu Echianu A Legal practitioner, Blessing Agbomhere Esq., has officially declared his aspiration for the House of Representatives seat to represent Etsako Federal Constituency, Edo State, under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). A statement by the Blessing Support Organizations (BSO) says the landmark declaration, held at the Auchi Public Field, Auchi, […]
Senate Confirms Darma as Minister, Promises Housing Reforms
By Anayo Akwitti The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Muttagha Darma as Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria following a request by President Bola Tinubu. His confirmation on Thursday came after Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, moved a motion during plenary for his screening and approval. Before his appointment, Darma was known for his involvement in […]
Nigeria Mourns as Ambassador Lele Dies in Ankara
By Zainab Bakare Nigeria’s diplomatic community has been thrown into mourning following the death of Ambassador Mohammed Mahmud Lele, who passed away in the early hours of April 19, 2026, in Ankara, Türkiye. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed his demise in a statement issued by its Spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, noting that the seasoned diplomat […]
Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu Resigns to Pursue Oyo Governorship Bid
By Chinedu Echianu Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has resigned from the Federal Executive Council to pursue his long-standing governorship ambition in Oyo State. In a resignation letter dated April 22, 2026, and addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Adelabu said his exit would take effect from April 30, 2026, allowing for a seamless […]
APC Gains Upper Hand as Three Senators Dump People Democratic Party
By Anayo Akwitti Nigeria’s opposition ranks thinned further on Wednesday as three senators defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), tightening the party’s grip on the Senate. Among the defectors is Deputy Minority Whip Osita Ngwu, who represents Enugu West and was elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Also joining […]
Yobe Group Rallies Behind Tinubu, Lawan for 2027
By Anayo Akwitti The Tinubu House to House Network has declared its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections, while also endorsing Senator Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan for the Yobe State governorship race. The endorsement was unveiled on Wednesday during a well-attended rally in Nguru, drawing a large coalition of grassroots […]
PDP Crisis Deepens as Wike Camp Unveils Primaries Plan
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Fresh tensions have erupted within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) following a bold move by the camp loyal to Nyesom Wike to commence preparations for nationwide party primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections. At the centre of the renewed crisis is the outcome of the 108th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting […]
Defections in Reps as PDP, APC Losses Members
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s political landscape witnessed another shake-up on Tuesday as defections rattled the House of Representatives, with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) emerging as the biggest loser in the latest wave of cross-carpeting. At plenary, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu read multiple defection letters, underscoring a growing trend of political realignment as lawmakers quietly […]
APC Fixes May For Presidential, Governorship Primaries Ahead 2027
By Zainab Bakare The All Progressives Congress (APC) has scheduled its presidential and governorship primary elections for May 16 and May 23, 2026, respectively, as part of preparations for the 2027 general elections. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, disclosed this on Monday, noting that the timetable is signed by the National Organising Secretary, […]
ADC Faction Rejects Abuja Convention, Alleges Forgery
By Oluwakemi Kindnes A faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has rejected a convention held in Abuja by a rival coalition group, describing the exercise as illegal, void, and in violation of subsisting court orders. The faction, led by its National Chairman, Nafiu Gombe, and National Leader, Leke Abejide, stated this during a news […]