August 12, 2025

Politics

Politics

Tompolo Backs Tinubu, Describes Him as Visionary Leader to Revamp Economy

June 13, 2025 The Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has declared his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing him as the only visionary leader capable of transforming Nigeria’s struggling economy. Tompolo made the statement on Friday during a meeting with community stakeholders and security

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General Politics

LASCON Debunks Sale of 2025/2026 Post-UTME Nursing Admission Forms

Lagos, Nigeria – June 11, 2025 The Lagos State College of Nursing (LASCON), Igando, has debunked circulating claims regarding the sale of Post-UTME admission forms for the 2025/2026 academic session. In a statement released by the college management on Tuesday, LASCON clarified that it has not commenced the sale of any admission forms and warned

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General Politics

APC Will Welcome Wike If He Joins -President Tinubu

Abuja, Nigeria – June 11, 2025 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that the All Progressives Congress (APC) would warmly welcome the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, if he ever decides to join the ruling party. Speaking at the commissioning of a newly rehabilitated road in Abuja, the President commended Wike

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Politics

Appeal Court Dismisses Akpabio’s Bid Against Court Order Protecting Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has struck out two motions filed by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, challenging an earlier ruling of the Federal High Court which barred the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions from taking disciplinary action against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The motions, which were filed on March 20 and

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General Politics

Abia APC Dismisses Kalu’s Endorsement of LP’s Governor Otti

The Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has distanced itself from Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s recent visit to Governor Alex Otti, describing the lawmaker’s actions as personal and not reflective of the party’s position. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Acting Publicity Secretary Sterling Urakpa emphasized that Kalu’s endorsement of the Labour

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General Politics

Former Imo Governor Champions Political Restructuring Over Presidency

Chief Achike Udenwa, former Governor of Imo State, has called for urgent restructuring of Nigeria’s federal system, stressing that true independence and genuine national development hinge on devolving power, not merely acquiring the presidency. In a recent interview, Udenwa cautioned against putting the cart before the horse by pursuing a presidency without prior constitutional reforms.

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Health Politics

PMTCT: Shielding the Next Generation from HIV Transmission

In Nigeria’s determined fight against HIV/AIDS, one of the most impactful interventions saving thousands of lives is the Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT). This government-backed initiative ensures that HIV-positive pregnant women can deliver HIV-free babies through timely and sustained treatment. PMTCT is a specialised series of medical treatments provided to expectant mothers living with HIV,

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General Politics

Ooni of Ife Commends President Tinubu’s Forest Guard Initiative

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s proposed Forest Guard security initiative, describing it as a pivotal move towards enhancing national security and fostering economic stability. Oba Ogunwusi expressed his commendation during a courtesy visit to President Tinubu at his residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Sunday, June 8.

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Democracy Day General Politics

Tinubu Set to Honour Distinguished Lawmakers on Democracy Day, June 12

As part of activities marking Nigeria’s Democracy Day celebration, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will confer national honours on a select group of federal lawmakers during a Special Joint Sitting of the National Assembly scheduled for Wednesday, June 12, 2025. The announcement was made public on Sunday by the House of Representatives Spokesman, Hon. Akin Rotimi

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General Politics

NASS Schedules Joint Sitting to Commemorate 2025 Democracy Day

The National Assembly will hold a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives on Wednesday, June 12, 2025, to mark this year’s Democracy Day celebration, a significant national event honouring 26 years of uninterrupted democratic governance in Nigeria. According to an official statement released by the Clerk to the House of Representatives, Yahaya

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