Court Clears Jonathan To Contest 2027 Presidential Election
By Chinedu Echianu Former President Goodluck Jonathan has been cleared by a Federal High Court in Abuja to contest the 2027 presidential election, following the dismissal of a suit challenging his eligibility. The case was filed by Johnmary Jideobi, who sought an order preventing Jonathan from presenting himself as a candidate for any political party […]
Senate Confirms Tegbe, Enikanolaiye as Ministers
By Anayo Akwitti The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Joseph Tegbe and Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of Power and Minister of State for Foreign Affairs respectively, marking a key step in the expansion of President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet. Their confirmation followed a thorough screening session at the National Assembly, where lawmakers evaluated the nominees’ professional backgrounds, […]
Oshiomhole Defies Akapbio Over Controversial Rule Change.
By Anayo Akwitti Nigeria’s Senate descended into a rowdy session on Wednesday after Senator Adams Oshiomhole challenged the newly revised provisions in the chamber’s standing rules, defying a direct ruling by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The tension flared during plenary when Oshiomhole attempted to raise a point of order on the amended Orders 4 and […]
Abejide Dumps ADC Over Crisis, Court Ruling
By Oluwakemi Kindness The factional National Leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Hon. Leke Abejide, on Friday formally announced his resignation from the party, citing a deepening leadership crisis and adverse court developments ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja, Abejide described his decision as “painful but necessary,” […]
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 […]
Tinubu Shakes Up Cabinet, Replaces Edun and Dangiwa
By Oluwakemi Kindness President Bola Tinubu has approved a significant cabinet reshuffle, removing the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, and the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, in a move aimed at strengthening economic coordination and governance delivery. According to a statement from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of […]
ADC Reps Caucus Demands INEC Chairman’s Removal Over Alleged Bias
By Oluwakemi Kindness The caucus of the African Democratic Congress in the House of Representatives has called for the removal and prosecution of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC, Professor Joash Amupitan. The lawmakers alleged bias and misconduct, which they say could undermine the credibility of the 2027 general election. Caucus leader, […]
Speaker Abbas, Kalu Urge Christians to Pray for Nigeria at Easter
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, and the Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, have called on Nigerian Christians to sustain prayers for the nation and embrace unity as they celebrate Easter. In a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Media, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, Speaker Abbas emphasised the […]