State governments in Nigeria have earmarked a staggering N28.8 trillion for infrastructure development projects across the country. This massive investment aims to bridge the nation’s infrastructure gap and stimulate economic growth. According to a recent report, the proposed spending will focus on critical areas such as transportation, energy, water supply, and housing. The investment is
State governors have launched a fresh bid to thwart the implementation of local government autonomy, urging President Bola Tinubu to block the direct payment of federal allocations to local councils. The governors, who met with Tinubu at the State House in Abuja, argued that direct funding would undermine their authority and create chaos in the
Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has called for a coalition of opposition figures in Nigeria to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a bold political move, El-Rufai invited prominent figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s Peter Obi, former Osun State governor Rauf Aregbesola,
The recent defection of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has triggered intense political discussions, with analysts debating its impact on Nigeria’s 2027 presidential elections. While some view his move as a strategic attempt to unify opposition forces, others see it as a
Rivers State is engulfed in political turmoil following a Supreme Court ruling affirming the legitimacy of the state’s House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule. The ruling has escalated tensions between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the legislative arm, raising fears of a possible impeachment. The Supreme Court, in a 62-page judgment on case SC/CV/1174/2024,
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has made a stunning appeal to opposition leaders, including Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rotimi Amaechi, and Rauf Aregbesola, to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP). El-Rufai, who has been critical of the current administration, believes that unity among opposition figures is crucial for the country’s progress. He argued that
Nigeria experienced its lowest number of attacks in 2024, according to the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS). This welcome development suggests that the country’s security efforts are yielding positive results. The CDS attributed the decline in attacks to the military’s relentless efforts to combat insecurity and terrorism. The Nigerian military has been working tirelessly to
The former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has rejected allegations of corruption leveled against him by former President Olusegun Obasanjo. Obasanjo, in his newly released book, Nigeria: Past and Future, accused Malami of playing a pivotal role in what he described as entrenched corruption under the administration
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed concerns that the exit of Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, from the party will impact President Bola Tinubu’s chances of re-election in 2027. According to the APC, El-Rufai’s departure will not affect Tinubu’s re-election bid, as the party’s structure and setup do not facilitate marginalization of any region.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced preparations for the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has appealed for additional funding from the Federal Government to support the commission’s activities. Key Areas of Focus INEC has identified several critical areas that require attention ahead of the 2027 polls. These include:
