11 h. ago Experts call for shift from politics to governance at Advocate annual lecture

From Philip Nwosu On Friday, April 25, leaders from governance, academia, civil society, and media gathered at Wetland Hotel in Ughelli, Delta State, for the second Advocate Publication Ltd Annual Lecture Series. Themed “Between Governance and Politics: The Delicate Balancing to Ensure Growth and Development,” the event explored Nigeria’s growing divide between politics and governance. […] The post Experts call for shift from politics to governance at Advocate annual lecture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Wike Tackles Rivers Elders, Clerics Over State’s Political Crisis

Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, has challenged elders of Rivers State to show the efforts they had made towards resolving the political crisis in the state. Wike, who is the immediate-past governor of the state, spoke on Friday during a birthday anniversary thanksgiving of one of his allies in Port Harcourt, […]

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40 h. ago “Nigerian Youths Are Paid N20,000 To Abuse Those Fighting For Them” – Peter Obi

Former presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi, has lamented over what he described as transactional politics in Nigeria. Obi alleged that some politicians bankroll young people to harass and discredit advocates of good governance on social media. Speaking at Johns Hopkins University in Washington, D.C., United States of America, on Thursday, the former governor of […] The post “Nigerian Youths Are Paid N20,000 To Abuse Those Fighting For Them” – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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57 h. ago Ganduje Celebrates Okowa, Oborevwori’s Defection To APC, Pledges Cooperation

Delta State has experienced a dramatic political shift with the defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and former Delta State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This marks a pivotal moment in the state’s political history and has already begun to reshape the region’s political landscape. […] The post Ganduje Celebrates Okowa, Oborevwori’s Defection To APC, Pledges Cooperation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Insecurity: Okpebholo rallies Edo leaders to profer security solutions

From Tony Osauzo, Benin In a move to tackle the security challenges in Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo, on Monday, summoned a security meeting in Iyamho, Etsako West Local Government . At the meeting, prominent political, religious and traditional leaders, heads of security agencies in the state, and other key stakeholders converged to brainstorm on […] The post Insecurity: Okpebholo rallies Edo leaders to profer security solutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Federal Gov’t Warns Against Politicising Killings As Death Toll Hits 72 In Benue Attacks

The Federal Government has warned those it described as political jobbers against taking advantage of the killings in Benue and other parts of the country as a ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections. This is even as the Benue State governor, Hyacinth Alia disclosed that the death toll from the recent attacks by herdsmen […]

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4 d. ago “Northern Politicians Failed The Region, They’re Part Of Nigeria Problems” – Kaduna Gov

Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani has berated some northern politicians over the current state of the region, saying that they all failed to perform their duties. Speaking during an interview with TRUST TV on Tuesday, Governor Sani noted that criticism of government should be rooted in the interest of the people, not driven by a quest […] The post “Northern Politicians Failed The Region, They’re Part Of Nigeria Problems” – Kaduna Gov appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Insecurity: Gov Okpebholo rally Edo leaders to proffer solutions at security meeting

From Tony Osauzo, Benin In a move to tackle the security challenges in Edo State, the State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Monday, summoned a security meeting in Iyamho, Etsako West Local Government Area. At the meeting, prominent political, religious, and traditional leaders, heads of security agencies in the State, and other key stakeholders converged […] The post Insecurity: Gov Okpebholo rally Edo leaders to proffer solutions at security meeting appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Obedient Movement Merges With Tinubu Support Group, Backs President’s 2027 re

The leadership of the Obedient Movement led by Alhaji Ahmad Abulfathi, at the weekend, reached the decision to collapse its national, zonal, state, local government, and ward political structures into the Nationwide Tinubu Connect Associates (NTCA). The decision was reached following a strategic high-level and exhaustive meeting held in Lagos with the National Leader of […]

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5 d. ago Tinubu hails Orji Uzor Kalu’s patriotism on his 65th birthday

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on his 65th birthday, hailing the former Abia State governor’s unwavering patriotism and transformative impact on Nigeria’s political and economic landscape. In a statement marking the milestone, issued by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President […] The post Tinubu hails Orji Uzor Kalu’s patriotism on his 65th birthday appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. 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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8 d. ago 2027: Nigerians To Decide If ‘Corruption’ Under PDP Has Died Under APC — Makinde

As the 2027 political debates gather momentum, Oyo State governor, Engr Seyi Makinde said Nigerians must reflect if corruption, claimed to be killing the country under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has been eliminated under the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Governor Makinde said the time was ripe to reflect once again, on what is […]

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8 d. ago “Tribal Favoritism Won’t Help Your Govt” – Shehu Sani Warns Tinubu

Former lawmaker representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, has warned President Bola Tinubu to avoid tribal favouritism in his administration. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that Sani claim is coming, amid heavy criticism facing Tinubu’s government, particularly by northern politicians, who believe that his appointments are largely made in favour of his home region, the southwest. Speaking during […] The post “Tribal Favoritism Won’t Help Your Govt” – Shehu Sani Warns Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago PANDEF Appeals For Political Solution To Rivers Crisis, Urges Reinstatement Of Governor Fubara

The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), a prominent socio-political organization representing the South-South region, has written to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt.Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, urging him to spearhead efforts toward a political resolution of the ongoing crisis in Rivers State. In a letter issued on Thursday, signed by PANDEF National Chairman, Ambassador […] The post PANDEF Appeals For Political Solution To Rivers Crisis, Urges Reinstatement Of Governor Fubara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Tinubu is North’s asset, not liability, Matawalle counters critics

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, has dismissed claims suggesting that President Bola Tinubu is a political liability to Northern Nigeria, describing such narratives as baseless and politically motivated. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by his Special Assistant on Political Affairs, Ibrahim Goga, the former Zamfara State Governor declared Read More

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9 d. ago Echoes From Nasarawa Retreat For Political Appointees, Public Officers

Penultimate Monday, the Nasarawa State Government organised a retreat with the intent of equipping political appointees with the technical knowledge to be able discharge their responsibilities effectively. The retreat which was in collaboration with the country’s elite management development institution, the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON), attracted top notch facilitators including the body’s Director […]

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9 d. ago “Only Political Failure Like APC Discusses Next Election In Middle Of First Term” – Galadima

A chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party, Buba Galadima, has rejected claims that the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, is planning a return to the All Progressives Congress. Galadima noted that NNPP has been focused on providing Nigerians with insight into what the party stands for through responsive and responsible governance. He further […] The post “Only Political Failure Like APC Discusses Next Election In Middle Of First Term” – Galadima appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Bayelsa govt, judge rally support to curb violence against women

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State government reaffirmed its commitment to combatting violence against women during the inauguration of the national leadership of the Association of Women Against Gender-Based Violence (AWAGBV) in Yenagoa. Bibian George, Special Adviser to Governor Douye Diri on Women in Politics, assured the group of the state’s support for initiatives […] The post Bayelsa govt, judge rally support to curb violence against women appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago 2028 IMO GOVERNORSHIP: Owerri must engage and negotiate with Okigwe Zone or face regret — Prof Protus Uzoma: Orlu Elders Council Secretary

As political permutations gather momentum ahead of the 2028 Imo governorship election, the Secretary of the Orlu Elders Council, Professor Protus Uzoma, has issued a stern warning to political leaders from Owerri zone, urging them to engage Okigwe zone in sincere negotiations over the state’s political future or risk severe political consequences. Uzoma, in a […] The post 2028 IMO GOVERNORSHIP: Owerri must engage and negotiate with Okigwe Zone or face regret — Prof Protus Uzoma: Orlu Elders Council Secretary appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Trump threatens to bar Harvard from enrolling foreign students

The Trump administration said Wednesday it would stop Harvard University from enrolling foreign students if it does not agree to government demands that would put it under outside political supervision. US President Donald Trump is furious at the storied university — which has produced 162 Nobel prize winners — for rejecting his request to submit Read More

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