Political analysis, national security dispatches, and court proceedings from across Nigeria.
PoliticsFormer Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has predicted a decisive victory for himself and the All Progressives Congress in the January 16, 2027, Kogi Central senatorial election, where he is expected to challenge Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Bello expressed confidence in his electoral prospects during an appearance on TVC’s *Sunday Politics*, saying the election date was […]
PoliticsPresident Bola Tinubu remains committed to local government autonomy and stronger grassroots administration, Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has assured Nigerians. Uzodimma, who chairs the Progressive Governors’ Forum, gave the assurance in Abuja at the 2026 General Assembly of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON). According to a statement released by ALGON on […]
PoliticsMinister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara have held their second meeting under the Rainbow Coalition, with discussions reportedly focused on strengthening their peace deal and aligning their political strategies for the 2027 elections. The meeting took place behind closed doors on Sunday at Fubara’s private residence in […]
PoliticsOyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has accused the Federal Government of spending Nigeria LNG (NLNG) dividends that were expected to be shared among the states, claiming each state was due to receive more than ₦250 billion. He made the allegation on Friday at a stakeholders’ meeting on the 2027 budget at the International Conference Centre […]
RepsThe House of Representatives has summoned Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele and Accountant-General of the Federation Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi over ₦75 billion reportedly borrowed from the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC). The officials are expected before the House Public Accounts Committee on October 22 to explain how the money will be refunded and provide a definite […]
PoliticsFormer Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido has urged Nigerians not to repeat what he described as the mistake of voting for the All Progressives Congress (APC), calling on voters to compare the party’s record with that of previous Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) administrations before the 2027 elections. Lamido, a founding member of the PDP, spoke […]