A coalition of thirty groups known as The Middle Belt Pan-Nigerian Forum has released a press statement urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reinstate Dr Betta Edu as the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. Dr Danladi Ceceko Dangana, the spokesperson for the coalition, highlighted Dr Edu’s outstanding achievements and dedication to addressing poverty…
The Nasarawa State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 38 protesters in Lafia for alleged public disturbance following the recent Supreme Court judgment. The court upheld the election of Governor Abdullahi Sule, dismissing the appeal filed by the candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), David Umbugadu. The supporters of Mr. Umbugadu expressed their…
Former Minister of Health and Science, Technology, and Innovation, Olorunnimbe Mamora, has criticized Nigerian governors for the deterioration of the local government (LG) administration. He accused them of undermining democracy by appointing caretaker chairmen instead of allowing free and fair elections at the grassroots level. During an interview on Channels Television’s “Inside Sources with Laolu…
Nasarawa State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), David Ombugadu, has extended his gratitude to his supporters and the people of Nasarawa State following the Supreme Court’s reaffirmation of Governor Abdullahi Sule’s victory in the March 18, 2023 governorship election. In a statement released on Friday night, Ombugadu expressed his heartfelt appreciation to…
Three weeks have passed since Lucky Aiyedatiwa assumed office as the Governor of Ondo State, yet he has not nominated a deputy governor for appointment, sparking fresh political debates in the state, reports Daily Trust. Aiyedatiwa took over the gubernatorial reins from his late predecessor, former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, following the latter’s demise in office….
The gubernatorial candidate of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) in Akwa Ibom State, Bassey Albert, has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). It is reported that Senate President Godswill Akpabio and 10 senators are set to welcome Albert into the APC today, Friday, January 19. Sources reveal that the event will take place in…
The Supreme Court has upheld the judgments of the lower courts, including the tribunal and the court of appeal, affirming the victory of Andy Uba in the March 2023 governorship election. The unanimous decision of the apex court did not award any costs. About two months ago, the appellate court had affirmed Uba’s win in…
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Charles Soludo, has initiated efforts to reduce internet access costs in the state. CEO of the Anambra State ICT Agency, Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata Agency, revealed this during a virtual media briefing. The plans include partnering with the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to establish an…
Yiaga Africa, a non-governmental organization, has urged immediate action to address the low representation of women in Nigerian parliaments. Samson Itodo, the executive director of Yiaga Africa, emphasized the need for national measures to increase women’s participation in parliament during an interview with journalists in Abuja. Statistics reveal a stark gender imbalance in Nigeria’s legislative…
The Supreme Court has upheld the election victories of Governors Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State and Nasir Idris of Kebbi State, both members of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The rulings come after their challengers contested the outcomes of the 18th March 2023 gubernatorial elections, which were initially declared in favour of the APC candidates…