NBA President Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has condemned President Tinubu’s suspension of Rivers Governor Fubara and lawmakers, calling it unconstitutional. He argues the move violates the 1999 Constitution and threatens democracy. Osigwe urges adherence to legal processes, warning against setting...
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly condemned the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, accusing President Bola Tinubu of failing to prevent the crisis and using federal power for political gains.
Atiku’s remarks, shared in a strongly worded statement on social...
The PDP’s National Working Committee has called an emergency meeting after FCT Minister Nyesom Wike revoked the party’s land rights for its national secretariat in Abuja. The decision, officially linked to unpaid dues, has intensified internal tensions, with party members viewing it as a...
Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, ex-Chief of Naval Staff, has been appointed Rivers State’s sole administrator after Tinubu declared a state of emergency. With a background in military strategy and diplomacy, Ibas steps in to restore stability amid political turmoil. His leadership will shape the...
President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and lawmakers over political instability and security concerns. Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (Rtd) has been appointed as Administrator. The move aims to restore governance...
Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has launched his official TikTok account, quickly gaining over 6,000 followers in one hour. He encouraged followers to join him in building a "new Nigeria." This move follows former Kaduna Governor el-Rufai's recent TikTok debut.
Peter...
Nigeria’s House of Representatives has donated ₦705 million to President Bola Tinubu, with members agreeing to a 50% salary cut over six months to support humanitarian efforts. Speaker Abbas Tajudeen presented the cheque at an Iftar gathering, reaffirming lawmakers' commitment to Tinubu’s...
The Nigerian Senate has passed the second reading of a bill requiring social media platforms and bloggers to establish physical offices in Nigeria. Sponsored by Senator Ned Nwoko, the bill aims to enhance accountability, ensure data protection compliance, and prevent economic losses. It now...
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has accused the Nigerian Senate of silencing lawmakers, likening it to a "cult" where dissent is punished. She also alleged sexual harassment by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. While she claims her suspension was retaliatory, the Senate denies wrongdoing...
The Rivers State Government has accused pro-Wike lawmakers of obstructing Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s efforts to implement the Supreme Court ruling on the state’s political crisis. Commissioner Joe Johnson alleged that the Assembly ignored official communications, issued ultimatums, and acted...
Lagos PDP chieftain Hakeem Olalemi has accused Abdul-Azeez Adediran (Jandor) of being an APC mole, alleging he sabotaged the party before defecting. Olalemi claimed Jandor's presence weakened PDP in Lagos and vowed to rebuild ahead of 2027. Jandor, however, cited PDP’s internal crisis as his...
Rivers State lawmakers loyal to Nyesom Wike have accused Governor Siminalayi Fubara of misconduct, alleging financial mismanagement and obstruction of legislative duties. The allegations, formally submitted to Speaker Martin Amaewhule, intensify the ongoing political crisis. Fubara has 14 days...
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