Former President Goodluck Jonathan and Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka have expressed strong disapproval of the suspension of elected officials in Rivers State. Jonathan warned that the decision could damage Nigeria’s reputation, while Soyinka argued that it was inconsistent with the principles of federalism. On March 18, President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in
Efforts to form a strong opposition coalition against President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections are facing setbacks due to zoning disputes and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s potential candidacy. Key figures in the coalition, including Peter Obi and Rotimi Amaechi, advocate for power to remain in the South, while Atiku’s camp is pushing for
Former Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Solomon Dalung, has warned that growing dissatisfaction among Nigerians could lead to a major political shift against President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections. He pointed to increasing defections to the Social Democratic Party (SDP) as a sign of widespread discontent, particularly in the North. Reasons for
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Ilobu, Ifon, and Erin-Osun communities to curb the ongoing communal clashes and prevent further violence. The curfew, which takes effect immediately, replaces the initial 6 PM to 6 AM restriction previously enforced. In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment,
The National Vice Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dan Orbih, has clarified that the party leadership permitted the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to serve in President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Speaking in Abuja on Saturday, Orbih dismissed concerns over Wike’s role in the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led government, stating
As part of the 2025 World Water Day celebrations, the Federal Government has commissioned a solar-powered water facility at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp in Kubwa, Abuja, to improve water access for corps members and camp officials. Speaking at the inauguration on Saturday, the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph
The Aliko Dangote Foundation has donated 30,000 bags of 50kg rice to support vulnerable residents in Niger State, as part of its ongoing efforts to alleviate hunger and poverty in Nigeria. Speaking during the distribution event in Minna on Saturday, Ahmed Hashim, Group Managing Director of Dangote Group, reaffirmed the foundation’s commitment to complementing government
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the results of the 2025 Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates. The announcement was made on Saturday via WAEC’s official X handle, confirming the availability of results for candidates who sat for the first series of the computer-based examination. A statement
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has reaffirmed its dedication to eradicating hunger in Nigeria, with a focus on addressing acute malnutrition among children. During an official visit to Tangaza Local Government Area in Sokoto on Saturday, FAO’s Country Representative, Mr. Koffy Dominique, announced that the organization aims to support one million malnourished
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has provided financial support to 300 rice farmers across the Niger Delta, each receiving starter packs worth N200,000 to enhance rice production. This was disclosed in a statement on Saturday by the NDDC Managing Director, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, and issued by the commission’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Mrs. Seledi
