During the 25th State House Ramadan Tafseer Anniversary Prayer at the State House Mosque Complex in Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, through his deputy Obafemi Hamzat, delivered a poignant message to the attendees. Facing a period of significant hardship across the country, the governor acknowledged the difficulties but emphasised the importance of collective action…
Speculation about the future political plans of former Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has been fueled by his recent meetings with chieftains of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and other political figures. El-Rufai was photographed at the Abuja residence of Senator Abubakar Gada, along with SDP chairman Shehu Musa Gabam and other party leaders….
Professor Chris Mustapha Nwaokobia Jr., a prominent member and mobilizer of the Obidient Movement, has officially thrown his weight behind Dr. Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, for the upcoming September governorship election in Edo State. In a statement posted on his official X account, @NwaokobiaJnr, Nwaokobia Jr. outlined the reasons behind his…
The Federal Executive Council has given its nod to the implementation of a 10 per cent youth quota in all government appointments, alongside a move to ensure equitable representation of young women. Dr. Jamila Ibrahim, Minister of Youths, made this announcement following the conclusion of the 4th FEC meeting on Monday in Abuja. The council’s…
Over the past two decades, Nigeria’s quest to amend its 1999 Constitution has seen an expenditure surpassing N20 billion, with at least 30 alterations attempted. This endeavour, marked by repeated efforts across successive legislative cycles, has been critiqued by legal experts and analysts as largely ineffectual, failing to address core issues such as federal structure,…
Yesterday, Benin City became the epicentre of a significant political shake-up as a series of defections rocked the Labour Party. Hon. Lucky Obiyan, a key governorship aspirant and a notable figure within the ‘Obidient Movement,’ convened a press conference at Olive Place, Akenzua Road, announcing a pivotal shift in allegiance away from the Labour Party’s…
During a recent gathering in Lokoja, stakeholders from Kogi State urged the State House of Assembly to foster increased citizen involvement in the legislative process, particularly in the passage of bills. This move, they argue, would ensure that new laws align more closely with the aspirations and needs of the populace. The appeal was made…
Former Minister of State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro, has stirred controversy by suggesting that many Nigerians have become lethargic and are unwilling to work, preferring to seek easy money. He lamented that the country is now plagued by a ‘get-rich-quick syndrome,’ which has led to widespread hunger. Speaking at the 10th Ramadan Lecture of Anwar-ul…
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has thrown down the gauntlet to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to take a leaf out of Governor Alex Otti of Abia State’s book by promptly complying with a court directive. This mandate calls for the federal government to claw back pensions received by former governors and to…
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has made key appointments in his administration, including the appointment of his brother, Ferdinand Uzodimma, as the Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of general services. Ferdinand Uzodimma brings with him a wealth of experience, having previously served as a Councillor, Transition Committee Chairman, and Sole Administrator of Oru…