38 h. ago Wike accuses PDP governors forum of impunity, warns of further loss in 2027

Nyesom Wike , the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has lashed out at the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) read more Wike accuses PDP governors forum of impunity, warns of further loss in 2027

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43 h. ago Coalition: Wike Blasts PDP Govs, Accuses Them Of Acting With Impunity

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has taken a swipe at both proponents and opponents of the proposed coalition within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), accusing them of insincerity and self-interest. Wike made the comments during a televised media chat in Abuja on Friday morning, monitored by our correspondent. He described […]

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60 h. ago Plateau Diaspora Group Seeks Decisive Action To End Killings

A Diaspora group under the auspices of Plateau Association, USA, Inc., (PSA-USA) has said the continued killings in the state “are not isolated incidents or mere clashes but deliberate acts of terror, targeting peaceful communities with impunity.” The PSA-USA, in a statement signed by its President, Dr Bartholomew Shepkong, and made available to journalists in […]

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3 d. ago Atiku coalition tags PDP governors as Tinubu agents for blocking 2027 alliance

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Atiku Abubakar-led 2027 political coalition has accused Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors of acting as agents for President Bola Tinubu by opposing a broad-based coalition to challenge the All Progressives Congress (APC) and rescue Nigerian democracy. In a statement titled “Rescuing Nigerian Democracy,” issued on Wednesday, 16 April 2025, by […] The post Atiku coalition tags PDP governors as Tinubu agents for blocking 2027 alliance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago PDP Chieftain Blasts Governors Over Unconstitutional Endorsement Of Udey Okoye

A senior member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Daboikiabo Warmate, has strongly opposed the recognition of Sunday Udey-Okoye as the party’s national secretary by the PDP Governors’ Forum, warning that the move undermines internal democracy. Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday, Warmate condemned the decision taken during […] The post PDP Chieftain Blasts Governors Over Unconstitutional Endorsement Of Udey Okoye appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Osun APC Accuses Adeleke’s Government Of Plotting Attack Using Fake Policemen

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has accused the state government of plotting to attack its members by using impersonators dressed as police officers. The party made these allegations in a statement signed by its Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, on Sunday in Osogbo. According to the APC, the state government, […] The post Osun APC Accuses Adeleke’s Government Of Plotting Attack Using Fake Policemen appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Rivers Govt demands refund of N300m from NBA for shifting hosting right away from PH

…Rejects accusations of unconstitutional actions The Rivers State Government has demanded the refund of N300m said to have been given read more Rivers Govt demands refund of N300m from NBA for shifting hosting right away from PH

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5 d. ago Hundreds facing witchcraft accusations in Ghana need protection – Amnesty

Hundreds of people suspected of witchcraft in Ghana, especially older women, face rampant human rights abuses including murder, Amnesty International said Monday, asking the government to criminalise accusations and ritual attacks. In 2023, the Ghanaian parliament passed a bill making it a criminal offence to declare, accuse, name, or label someone as a witch but Read More

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7 d. ago VeryDarkMan Donates N20m To NAPTIP, Demands Action On Children Trafficked To Ivory Coast

Nigerian activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has donated N20 million to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP). The activist had earlier called out Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), accusing the government of inaction concerning human trafficking. Following that, he paid a visit […] The post VeryDarkMan Donates N20m To NAPTIP, Demands Action On Children Trafficked To Ivory Coast appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Eedris Abdulkareem Slams NBC For Banning His Song, Accuses Government Of Silencing Truth

Veteran rapper Eedris Abdulkareem has hit back at the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) following the ban of his new single “Tell Your Papa,” accusing the body of trying to silence the truth and hinder constructive criticism. This followed a memo issued by NBC on April 9, 2025, which banned “Tell Your Papa” from airplay, citing […] The post Eedris Abdulkareem Slams NBC For Banning His Song, Accuses Government Of Silencing Truth appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Lere Olayinka Slams Ada George Over Role In Rivers Crisis, Calls For Accountability

Lere Olayinka, the media aide to Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has harshly criticized former Rivers State Governor Rufus Ada George, accusing him of introducing violence and ethnic politics to the state. Olayinka challenged Ada George to identify any meaningful development or positive legacy he left in Rivers State, aside […] The post Lere Olayinka Slams Ada George Over Role In Rivers Crisis, Calls For Accountability appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago ‘APC Gov’t Don’t Believe In Human Beings, Only Crude Oil, Next Elections’, Ex

Isaac Fayose, the younger brother of former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led Federal Government of prioritising crude oil and political power over the lives and safety of Nigerian citizens. In a video shared on Facebook on Wednesday evening, Fayose condemned the government’s handling of persistent insecurity in the […]

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1 week ago Kogi PDP chieftain, others apologise to Ododo, withdraw N13.4bn diversion claim

A Kogi State chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Okai Austin, alongside Okpanachi Jacob and Peter Onuma, has tendered a formal apology to Governor Ahmed Ododo over a previous media claim accusing him of diverting N13.4 billion. The trio, who had in March addressed a press conference under the banner “Group Demands Immediate Refund of Read More

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1 week ago Tinubu’s appointments so far violate federal character – Senator Ndume

By Seyi Babalola Senator Ali Ndume of Borno South has criticized President Bola Tinubu for not adhering to the federal character principle in political appointments. Ndume accused Tinubu of violating the constitutional requirement for balanced representation in government appointments, citing Section 14(3) of the 1999 Constitution. “The figures are there. You can look at the […] The post Tinubu’s appointments so far violate federal character – Senator Ndume appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago PDP governors accused of sabotaging Tinubu, Otuaro’s efforts in Niger Delta

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Niger Delta Revolutionary Crusaders (NDRC) have accused governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Niger Delta of undermining President Bola Tinubu and Denis Otuaro, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), in their efforts to deliver democratic dividends. The group alleges that these governors have launched a smear […] The post PDP governors accused of sabotaging Tinubu, Otuaro’s efforts in Niger Delta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Osun APC accuses Adeleke of plotting ‘judicial coup’ to reinstate PDP LG chairmen

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration of plotting to use a court order to reinstate local government chairmen elected under the Peoples Democratic Party. Addressing journalists in Osogbo on behalf of the leadership of the party on Sunday, ex-Osun Information Commissioner, Mr Sunday Akere, said the Read More

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2 w. ago Coalition Accuses Zamfara Gov Of Betraying Minimum Wage Agreement

A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) under the umbrella of Zamfara Patriotic Citizens, has strongly criticised Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal, for allegedly failing to honour the tripartite agreement on the implementation of the minimum wage in the State. The group described his actions as a betrayal of the oath of office and the […]

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2 w. ago “Obaseki’s Government Stolen Enough Money From Edo People, Ighodalo’s Appeal Will Fail At Appellate Court” — Okpebholo

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has expressed confidence over his election victory, saying that Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party will lose again at the Appellate Court. Speaking on Friday at Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area of the state, Governor Okpebholo accused previous administration under the leadership of former governor, Godwin Obaseki of […] The post “Obaseki’s Government Stolen Enough Money From Edo People, Ighodalo’s Appeal Will Fail At Appellate Court” — Okpebholo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago “Obaseki’s Government Stole Enough Money From Edo People, Ighodalo’s Appeal Will Fail At Appellate Court” — Okpebholo

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has expressed confidence over his election victory, saying that Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party will lose again at the Appellate Court. Speaking on Friday at Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area of the state, Governor Okpebholo accused previous administration under the leadership of former governor, Godwin Obaseki of […] The post “Obaseki’s Government Stole Enough Money From Edo People, Ighodalo’s Appeal Will Fail At Appellate Court” — Okpebholo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ogun community accuses IBEDC of diverting power to private companies

Residents of Mogede community in Ibafo, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State, have accused the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company of diverting electricity meant for their community to nearby companies, leaving them in darkness for months. The residents also decried what they called an “astronomical increase in billing” despite the prolonged blackout. According to Read More

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