5 h. ago PICTORIAL: Kano Deputy Governor In Open Show Of Loyalty To Kwankwaso Amid Defection Moves

The appearance of Kano State deputy governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, at the private residence of the national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Engr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, on Wednesday, has appeared to be an open reaffirmation of his loyalty to his longtime political mentor and Kwankwasiyya Movement leader amid ongoing defection moves […]

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6 h. ago ‘It’s Defective, Deceptive, Shameful’, PDP Slams Federal Government Over $9m PR Contract

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the Federal Government’s hiring of a United States-based lobbying firm, DCI Group, under a $9 million contract to improve Nigeria’s image abroad, describing the deal as “defective, deceptive, and shameful.” In a statement issued on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, the party criticised the Bola Tinubu administration for outsourcing […]

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6 h. ago PDP: Turaki Faction Asks Court To Stay Action On Suit Against Own Leadership

The Kabiru Turaki-led Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Wednesday, asked Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of a Federal High Court in Abuja, to stay further proceedings in the suit by a faction of the party loyal the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike. The court, however, fixed January 23 for hearing in the Motion […]

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9 h. ago ADC condemns $9 million US lobbying, cites insecurity, economic hardship

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has described the payment of $9m to the United States lobbying team as ” scandalous read more ADC condemns $9 million US lobbying, cites insecurity, economic hardship

Economics

11 h. ago IPAC Debunks Claim Of ‘Rainbow Coalition’ For 2027 Elections

The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has dismissed claims credited to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, that all political parties would align under his leadership in a so-called “rainbow coalition” to support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election. In a strongly worded press statement issued by its National […]

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17 h. ago At ₦6trn, FG, States, LGs Shared Highest FAAC Allocation In Q3 2025 — NEITI

More than doubling allocations over two years, the report contained in the agency’s Quarterly Review noted that the ₦6trn included 13 per cent payments to derivative states, explained that year-on-year quarterly FAAC allocations in 2025 grew by 55.6 per cent compared with Q3 of 2024.  The post At ₦6trn, FG, States, LGs Shared Highest FAAC Allocation In Q3 2025 — NEITI appeared first on Channels Television.

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26 h. ago 2027: INEC begins early planning, seeks improved public confidence

Nigeria’s INEC begins early strategic planning for the 2027 general election, aiming to rebuild public confidence and ensure a credible electoral process. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-inec-begins-early-planning-seeks-improved-public-confidence/

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31 h. ago PDP Demands Release Of 52 AAU Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Anti

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Edo State has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, AAU, Ekpoma, who were remanded in prison over their alleged involvement in last Friday’s protest against insecurity in the town. In a statement issued late Monday, the PDP’s Publicity Secretary, Dan Osa-Ogbegie, described […] The post PDP Demands Release Of 52 AAU Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Anti-Kidnapping Protest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Awujale stool: Ruling house members protest exclusion from selection process

Members of the Fusengbuwa ruling house protest their exclusion from the Awujale stool selection process, alleging bias and manipulation in nominations. Read More: https://punchng.com/awujale-stool-ruling-house-members-protest-exclusion-from-selection-process/

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34 h. ago ADC faction woos Jonathan, Saraki, Makinde in fresh expansion drive

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) launches a major expansion drive, inviting prominent figures like Goodluck Jonathan and Bukola Saraki to join the par Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-faction-woos-jonathan-saraki-makinde-in-fresh-expansion-drive/

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36 h. ago 2026 Election: Court Sacks Ekiti PDP Guber Candidate Oluyede, Orders Fresh Primaries

In his reaction, the South-West zonal Publicity Secretary of PDP, Sanya Atofarati, noted that the party has the right to appeal the judgment, exuding confidence that PDP's legal team will act on it immediately. The post 2026 Election: Court Sacks Ekiti PDP Guber Candidate Oluyede, Orders Fresh Primaries appeared first on Channels Television.

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37 h. ago 2027: IPAC slams Wike’s ‘rainbow coalition’ claim as misleading

The Inter-Party Advisory Council has faulted claims by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, that political parties across the country are rallying under his leadership in a “rainbow coalition” to back President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. IPAC’s National Publicity Secretary, Egbeola Martins, stated this in a statement issued in Abuja on Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ipac-slams-wikes-rainbow-coalition-claim-as-misleading/

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40 h. ago Okpebholo promises to rebuild burnt shops at Edo police station 

Edo Governor Okpebholo visited the burnt shops at Ekpoma police station, promising swift reconstruction and support for affected traders amid rising insecu Read More: https://punchng.com/okpebholo-promises-to-rebuild-burnt-shops-at-edo-police-station/

Events

45 h. ago Awujale Stool: 95 Princes, Princesses Of Fusegbuwa Ruling House Jostle For Throne

As the Fusengbuwa Ruling House resumed the nomination process of a candidate to occupy the vacant stool of Awujale and Paramount ruler of Ijebuland on Monday, no fewer than 96 princes and princesses obtained nomination forms to enable them to participate in the process. The Olori Ebi of Fusegbuwa Ruling House, who is also Otunba […]

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51 h. ago Ihedioha Joins ADC, Receives Membership Card In Imo Country Home

Former governor of Imo State, Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, has formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Ihedioha completed his registration on Monday, January 12, 2026, at Mbutu Ward, Aboh-Mbaise local government area of Imo State, where he was issued his official ADC membership card with Number 001. The registration was conducted by the Ward […]

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53 h. ago Fresh oil spill rages at Ahoada, threatens environment in Rivers

Group raises alarm, points to likely third party action Fresh oil spill is said to be raging at a location read more Fresh oil spill rages at Ahoada, threatens environment in Rivers

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63 h. ago Let’s Support African Platforms, Not Divide Our Unity, Says Rema After AFRIMA Wins

The 25-year-old clinched three major awards on the night, outperforming several key nominees across key categories. The post Let’s Support African Platforms, Not Divide Our Unity, Says Rema After AFRIMA Wins appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago Osun poll: I have no competitor, APC candidate Oyebamiji boasts

APC’s Osun poll candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, declares he has no real challenger for the 2026 election, calling it a ‘penalty kick’ for his party. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-i-have-no-competitor-apc-candidate-oyebamiji-boasts/

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3 d. ago Security Checkpoints Causing Gridlock On Nigerian Roads — Peter Obi

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised concerns over what he described as the growing danger posed by poorly positioned security checkpoints across Nigeria, warning that they were contributing significantly to traffic gridlock and endangering lives. Obi disclosed on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Sunday that during the recent festive season, he […]

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3 d. ago Adeleke rejects 8,452 Osun ghost workers claims, welcomes call for EFCC, ICPC review

The Osun State Government has rejected claims by Sally Tibbot Limited that 8,452 workers on the state payroll were read more Adeleke rejects 8,452 Osun ghost workers claims, welcomes call for EFCC, ICPC review

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