Former Senate President David Mark has officially resigned from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), signaling a significant shift in Nigeria’s political landscape. The seasoned lawmaker, who has been a prominent figure within the party for many years, announced his decision to leave the PDP following internal disagreements and evolving political dynamics ahead of upcoming elections.
Abuja, July 2, 2025 — The Federal Government has concluded plans to launch a National Intellectual Property (IP) Policy in July, as part of a broader strategy to strengthen Nigeria’s creative economy and boost the export potential of local content, innovations, and cultural expressions. The policy, championed by the Ministry of Art, Culture, and the
Abuja, July 1, 2025 — Nigeria’s Federal Government has issued a stern warning to the United States over reports that Washington may expand its visa restrictions to include up to 36 West African countries, including Nigeria. In a move interpreted as retaliation, Abuja has threatened to sanction access to its critical rare earth minerals, materials
Abuja, July 1, 2025 — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is reportedly set to terminate the six-month state of emergency imposed on Rivers State and reinstate Governor Siminalayi Fubara, along with the dissolved State House of Assembly, before the end of July. The move follows a reconciliation agreement facilitated between Governor Fubara and his former political
Abuja, July 1, 2025 In a significant political realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections, a coalition of leading opposition figures has officially adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the platform to challenge the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The coalition, which includes key political heavyweights such as former Vice President Atiku Abubakar,
Abuja, July 1, 2025 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for his active and inclusive leadership, stating that his efforts are bringing governance closer to the people of the territory. The President made the remarks while speaking at a public function in Abuja, where he
Abuja, July 1, 2025 — The Federal Government today introduced its National Energy Master Plan, a comprehensive roadmap designed to steer Nigeria’s energy transition and elevate sector performance. Launched by the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) in Abuja, the plan sets the stage for systematic energy development and underscores the federal call upon states to
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has dismissed the recently rumoured coalition by opposition political parties aimed at thwarting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, describing it as “dead on arrival.” Sani, known for his blunt political commentary, made this assertion in a statement issued on Tuesday. According to him, the opposition’s lack of
Abuja, Nigeria – June 30, 2025 Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has condemned the heavy police presence and disruption of the party’s scheduled National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja on Monday, warning that such actions could push Nigeria towards authoritarian rule. Addressing journalists shortly after security
Abuja – June 30, 2025 The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially announced that its National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting will take place on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja. This was confirmed by the Deputy National Secretary of the party, Barrister Festus Fuanter, while briefing journalists shortly after the
