5 h. ago Rivers, Natasha saga: Current administration worse than military rule – Bode George

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George has slammed the President Bola Tinubu administration, saying it is worse than military rule. George, who spoke on the current crisis in Rivers State and the controversy surrounding suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, cited historical precedents, adding that they led to the collapse of the First […] The post Rivers, Natasha saga: Current administration worse than military rule – Bode George appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Bode George knocks Tinubu over visit to France amid ‘series of crises’

Tribune Online Bode George knocks Tinubu over visit to France amid ‘series of crises’ … says reasons for such journey best known to him and his handlers Former Deputy National Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olabode George, has raised concern over President Bola Ahmed Tunubu’s ongoing visit to Paris, France amid series of crises in the country, saying reasons for such journey were best known to him […] Bode George knocks Tinubu over visit to France amid ‘series of crises’ Tribune Online

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25 h. ago President Tinubu Leaves For Paris To Strengthen Global Partnerships

President Bola Tinubu is set to depart for Paris, France, today for a 14-day working visit. The visit is expected to focus on strengthening diplomatic ties and engaging in high-level discussions on economic and security matters. While in Paris, Tinubu will meet with key stakeholders, including business leaders and government officials, to explore investment opportunities […] The post President Tinubu Leaves For Paris To Strengthen Global Partnerships appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago King Charles’ Vatican visit postponed due to Pope Francis’ illness

Tribune Online King Charles’ Vatican visit postponed due to Pope Francis’ illness The King and Queen have postponed their planned state visit to the Vatican after doctors advised that Pope Francis still needed rest following his recent illness. Buckingham Palace announced on Tuesday that the visit had been postponed by “mutual agreement.” However, the wider state visit to Italy will proceed in April with some adjustments to […] King Charles’ Vatican visit postponed due to Pope Francis’ illness Tribune Online

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1 week ago Wole Sonyinka Knocks Tinubu’s Emergency Declaration In Rivers, Says Too Much Federal Power Affecting Nigeria

Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka has condemned the recent suspension of elected officers in Rivers State, saying that the action was against the spirit of federalism. Soyinka, during an interview with Africa Report on Saturday maintained that the 1999 constitution gives too much power to president. Recall that President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, announced the […] The post Wole Sonyinka Knocks Tinubu’s Emergency Declaration In Rivers, Says Too Much Federal Power Affecting Nigeria appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Wike not to blame for PDP’s land revocation, minister’s aide tackles Bode George

Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication and New Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has tackled Peoples Democratic Party chieftain, Bode George, for faulting the minister for the revocation of their party’s National Secretariat land title in Abuja. Olayinka maintained that the party leaders should be held Read More

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1 week ago Land Revocation: Wike’s Aide Says PDP Elders To Blame For Non

People’s Democratic Party (PDP) elders like Chief Bode George, should be blamed for the party’s failure to pay Ground Rent for 28 years, which is the reason for the revocation of the PDP’s national secretariat land in Abuja, Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister on Public Communication and New Media, Lere Olayinka, has said. […]

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1 week ago PDP’s Crisis Not Excuse For Mega Party Alliance – Bode George

Chief Bode George, former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has expressed strong reservations about the proposed formation of a mega party ahead of the 2027 general election. George believes that this move is driven by personal ambition, rather than a genuine desire to serve the nation. The proposed mega party has […] The post PDP’s Crisis Not Excuse For Mega Party Alliance – Bode George appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Rivers: Bode George Faults Emergency Rule, Warns Against Repeat Of 1962 Crisis

Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George has strongly condemned the suspension of elected officials in Rivers State, warning that such actions are unconstitutional and could plunge the nation into a deeper political crisis. LEADERSHIP reports that President Bola Tinubu had on Tuesday declared a state of emergency in […]

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2 w. ago Senate to take decision on emergency rule today, Atiku, Bode George kick

By Chinelo Obogo, Tony John, Port Harcourt and Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate will today take a position on the state of emergency declared in Rivers State. This was disclosed by a senator who spoke to the Sun on condition of anonymity. The National Assembly legislates for states under emergency rule. It has the power […] The post Senate to take decision on emergency rule today, Atiku, Bode George kick appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago This is absolute Armageddon, Bode George faults Rivers emergency rule

Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Chief Bode George, has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of state of emergency in Rivers State. He described the move as a blatant disregard for constituted authority, Vanguard reports on Tuesday. Reacting to the development, George said, “This is absolute Armageddon—total disrespect for constituted authority. The Read More

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2 w. ago Tinubu’s actions in Rivers absolute armageddon – Bode George

By Chinelo Obogo Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, has said Tinubu’s action in declaring a state of emergency shows total disrespect for constituted authority. In a statement released on Tuesday, he said: “This is absolute armageddon. Total disrespect for constituted authority. The Constitution has been viciously violated. We […] The post Tinubu’s actions in Rivers absolute armageddon – Bode George appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Amnesty Int’l Knocks FG For Threatening Corp Member Over Remark On Tinubu’s Govt 

Amnesty International has berated Federal Government over the alleged threats and intimidation facing a Lagos-based National Youth Service Corps member, Ushie Uguamaye, after her viral TikTok video. Recall that Ushie, was spotted in a short video clip, criticising President Bola Tinubu’s government over escalating economic hardship. She also complained about Lagos State’s poor sanitation, describing […] The post Amnesty Int’l Knocks FG For Threatening Corp Member Over Remark On Tinubu’s Govt  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Bode George to Tinubu: Minister’s utterance on Rivers inflammatory, dangerous

By Chinelo Obogo Former deputy national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olabode George,  has advised President Bola Tinubu to call Nyesom Wike to order so that peace can reign. George, in a statement, said the rhetoric coming from Wike on the Rivers crisis was too inflammatory, dangerous and embarrassing. Reacting to Wike’s […] The post Bode George to Tinubu: Minister’s utterance on Rivers inflammatory, dangerous appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Lagos Assembly is a private enterprise, the owner hires, fires at will —Bode George

Tribune Online Lagos Assembly is a private enterprise, the owner hires, fires at will —Bode George Former Deputy National Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olabode George, in this interview by BOLA BADMUS speaks on the leadership crisis rocking the Lagos State House of Assembly and the reinstatement of sacked Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa as its Speaker following the resignation of Mojisola Meranda from the position. You recently described the reinstatement […] Lagos Assembly is a private enterprise, the owner hires, fires at will —Bode George Tribune Online

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4 w. ago 2027: Labour Party lacks structure to withstand Tinubu, APC – Bode George

A Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, has stated that the Labour Party lacks the national structure to withstand President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress in the 2027 election. Per online reports, George hinted that Peter Obi, LP’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, does not stand a chance […] The post 2027: Labour Party lacks structure to withstand Tinubu, APC – Bode George appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Don’t allow unpatriotic elements to destroy nation’s democracy, ‘Bode George tells Tinubu

Tribune Online Don’t allow unpatriotic elements to destroy nation’s democracy, ‘Bode George tells Tinubu "In Nigeria, the law is being turned upside down and this is dangerous to our democracy. Why are people so desperate? What exactly is the issue? Can't we do something with decorum? Don’t allow unpatriotic elements to destroy nation’s democracy, ‘Bode George tells Tinubu Tribune Online

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4 w. ago PDP Crisis: “The Boy And My Kids Aren’t Age Mates” – Bode George Slams Jandor After Dumping Party

Former Deputy National Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party, Chief Olabode George, has reacted to the defection of 2023 governorship candidate in Lagos State, Abdul-Azeez Adediran, aka Jandor. Chief George, in a statement on Monday, said that Jandor’s decision to leave the opposition party is insignificant. Recall that the 2023 governorship candidate under the umbrella of […] The post PDP Crisis: “The Boy And My Kids Aren’t Age Mates” – Bode George Slams Jandor After Dumping Party appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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