The Lagos State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is undergoing a significant transformation following its devastating loss in the 2023 governorship election, widely attributed to internal strife. In a bid to mend fences and fortify its position for the upcoming 2027 elections, the party’s leadership convened a momentous reconciliatory meeting on Worker’s Day,…
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, sounded a stark warning on Monday, cautioning Nigerians about the looming threat of nationwide power outages if the proposed increase in electricity tariffs is not implemented promptly. Addressing the Senate Committee on Power in Abuja, Adelabu emphasized that failure to adjust the tariffs would inevitably lead to a crippling blackout…
Governor Makinde Unveils Presidential Candidates’ Response to Ibadan Explosion Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde disclosed that Atiku Abubakar, a key figure in the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has not reached out to him following the recent explosion in Ibadan. The governor made this statement during a visit by Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the…
Bode George, a prominent figure in the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), emphasized concerns over the Labour Party’s electoral viability. George asserted that the Labour Party lacks the necessary structure to succeed in national elections, describing it as a movement without a solid root. He urged former PDP member Peter Obi to reconsider his affiliation with…
A new Political Landscape- Seven major political parties, including the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), have joined forces to create the ‘Coalition of Concerned Political Parties (CCPP).’ This alliance, formed in Abuja, aims to present a robust opposition while enhancing Nigeria’s democratic process. The coalition comprises the African Democratic…
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has fired back at Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, for his criticism of the proposed N15.5 billion budget allocated for the construction of a new official residence for VP Shettima. Shettima, in a statement released by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, accused Obi of engaging in “armchair criticism”…
In a decisive triumph, Governor Hope Uzodimma of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has clinched a second term in office as declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday. The announcement was made by the Returning Officer, Prof Abayomi Fashina, Vice Chancellor of the Federal University, Oye Ekiti. Uzodimma’s victory was based on…
In a decisive move, the National Industrial Court of Nigeria has issued a restraining order against the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress (TUC), and their affiliated unions, effectively banning the nationwide strike scheduled to commence on November 14. This legal intervention comes in response to an ex-parte application submitted by the Federal Government…
In the upcoming November 11 governorship election in Imo State, Governor Hope Uzodinma, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, is set to defend his position against 17 other contenders. Uzodinma, who assumed office in January 2020 after a Supreme Court ruling nullified his predecessor’s election, is aiming to secure a second term. Disruption of Zoning…
In another response to recent claims by Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, regarding the insensitivity of the 2023 Supplementary Budget, the Federal Government has firmly defended the budget as a bold and pragmatic response to Nigeria’s pressing economic challenges. The statement was made by the Minister of Information and National…
