29 h. ago Eniola Badmus Reveals Political Ambitions, Eyes Senate, Ministerial Role

Renowned Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has opened up about her political aspirations, revealing her plans for a future in government. In an Instagram post on Tuesday, the actress, who previously embraced a plus-sized physique, shared her ambition to eventually become a senator. She also disclosed her goal of holding a ministerial position in the future. […] The post Eniola Badmus Reveals Political Ambitions, Eyes Senate, Ministerial Role appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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65 h. ago Oil, gas host communities urge Tinubu to intervene in political impasse

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Host Communities of Nigeria Producing Oil and Gas (HOSTCOM) have called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently intervene in the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, citing concerns over its potential impact on the state’s stability and economic contributions to the nation. The political turmoil arising from a power tussle between […] The post Oil, gas host communities urge Tinubu to intervene in political impasse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Oil and gas host communities urge President Tinubu to intervene in Rivers political crisis

….declares support for reelection of Tinubu in 2027   From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja   Host Communities of Nigeria Producing Oil and Gas (HOSTCOM) have called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently intervene in the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, citing concerns over its potential impact on the state’s stability and economic contributions to […] The post Oil and gas host communities urge President Tinubu to intervene in Rivers political crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Alaafin urges mutual love between Nigerians, political leaders

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has emphasised the importance of mutual love between political leaders and Nigerians as a critical step toward advancing the country. In his Eid-el-Fitr message to Muslims, Oba Owoade called for a renewed commitment, not only to the Creator but also to the well-being of mankind. He urged Nigerians Read More

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4 d. ago The Senate, the gladiators, and the art of political theatre

Beneath the grand dome of Nigeria’s Senate, where power and performance often collide, another political drama unfolded, complete with posturing, read more The Senate, the gladiators, and the art of political theatre

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4 d. ago 2027: New Political Party Unveils Logo, Eyes INEC Registration

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, a new political party, Team New Nigeria (TNN) has unveiled its logo and slogan saying it has completed plans to register the political party. In a statement by the party’s spokesman, Dr Mohammed Adah Shaibu, the party announced that it has unanimously agreed on its logo, slogan, motto and […]

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4 d. ago Nigerians express frustration at judiciary’s role in nation’s political morass

Say, ‘no reasonable investor will dare to come’ Efforts to build sustainable democracy threatened As politicians taint judges’ conscience, integrity read more Nigerians express frustration at judiciary’s role in nation’s political morass

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5 d. ago Ondo Witnessed Unprecedented Federal Presence, Support Under Tinubu — Aiyedatiwa

Ondo State governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has said that the Nigeria’s political scene remains incomplete without a worthy mentioning of President Bola Tinubu’s contributions before the return of democracy in 1999. Aiyedatiwa who described the life of President Tinubu as a testament of what only God and determination could do, noted that his state has witnessed […]

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5 d. ago Presidency dismisses Atiku’s allegations as unfounded, baseless political distraction

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has dismissed recent allegations by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as unfounded and politically motivated. In a statement issued by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the Presidency criticised Atiku’s claims of being investigated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged […] The post Presidency dismisses Atiku’s allegations as unfounded, baseless political distraction appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Umahi’s praise of Soludo a smokescreen, not genuine – Anambra APC

Says President Tinubu, Party poised to connect Anambra to the centre From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The All Progressives Congress (APC), Anambra State Chapter, has described the recent praise and commendation lavished on Governor Chukwuma Soludo and his administration’s giant strides by Nigeria’s Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, as a mere political statement which never […] The post Umahi’s praise of Soludo a smokescreen, not genuine – Anambra APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigeria’s resource control bill sparks debate on political stability, regional disparities

A bill that seeks to grant state governments control over their own oil and mineral resources has moved one step read more Nigeria’s resource control bill sparks debate on political stability, regional disparities

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6 d. ago Nigeria secures €100,000 from Germany to address climate change

By Okwe Obi, Abuja The German government has allocated €100,000 to support the fight against climate change in Nigeria. The Head of Political Counsellor at the German Embassy in Nigeria, Matthias Dold, stated this at the Close-Out Event for the “Empowering Youth Civil Societies to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria” project, organised by NGYouthSDGs, in […] The post Nigeria secures €100,000 from Germany to address climate change appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Floods in the South, heatwaves in the North expose Nigeria’s climate crisis

Nigeria’s government is preoccupied. Policymakers are drafting reforms, politicians are negotiating power, and institutions are working to stabilize an economy read more Floods in the South, heatwaves in the North expose Nigeria’s climate crisis

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7 d. ago Turbulence in the political sphere in Rivers: Was the declaration of a state of emergency the right call?

Tribune Online Turbulence in the political sphere in Rivers: Was the declaration of a state of emergency the right call? THE Nigerian social media space has been awash with reactions over the recent declaration of State of Emergency in Rivers State.  On Tuesday 18th March 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State.  This declaration was made pursuant to section 305(1) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, […] Turbulence in the political sphere in Rivers: Was the declaration of a state of emergency the right call? Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Kalu’s EFCC case: Ohanaeze alleges persecution of Igbo politicians

The apex Igbo sociocultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has raised the alarm over the recent Court of Appeal order granting the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) the latitude to challenge a Federal High Court’s decision that had previously barred the prosecution of former Abia State Governor and senator, representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, over […] The post Kalu’s EFCC case: Ohanaeze alleges persecution of Igbo politicians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Emergency Rule: Sole Administrator Suspends All Political Appointees In Rivers

Rivers State Sole Administrator, Ibok-Ete Ibas, has suspended all political appointees and office holders in the state with immediate effect. In a statement on Wednesday by Chief of Staff to the Administrator, said that the decision was made under the powers granted to Ibas by President Bola Tinubu. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the affected individuals […] The post Emergency Rule: Sole Administrator Suspends All Political Appointees In Rivers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago DG NESREA bags Professor of Political Economy from University of PH

From Idu Jude Abuja   The University of Port Harcourt on Monday promoted the Director General of NESREA, Dr. Innocent Barikor, to a Professor of Political Economy and Development Studies. His promotion came alongside that of 45 other staff of the institution. In a statement, the Vice Chancellor of the Institution, Prof. Onwunari Georgewill disclosed […] The post DG NESREA bags Professor of Political Economy from University of PH appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Peter Obi Is A Failed Politician, Doesn’t Understand Democracy – Bwala

Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Policy, has launched a scathing attack on Peter Obi, calling him a “failed politician” who lacks a basic understanding of democracy. Bwala’s comments came in response to Obi’s remarks about the state of democracy in Nigeria, which he believes has collapsed since the nation’s return […] The post Peter Obi Is A Failed Politician, Doesn’t Understand Democracy – Bwala appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago “Politicians Act Like Gods, Lock Up Critics But Expect Them To Defend Democracy When Military Is In Power” – Okey Bakassi

Veteran comedian and actor Okey Bakassi has strongly criticised Nigerian politicians, accusing them of behaving like they are above the law and suppressing free speech. In a video shared on X on Tuesday, Bakassi expressed frustration over the growing intolerance of dissent by those in power, warning that their actions could have serious consequences. “Politicians […] The post “Politicians Act Like Gods, Lock Up Critics But Expect Them To Defend Democracy When Military Is In Power” – Okey Bakassi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago We ate special rice on Nigeria’s independence, its regrettable what we see years after —Abaribe

Tribune Online We ate special rice on Nigeria’s independence, its regrettable what we see years after —Abaribe Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe is the Chairman, Senate Committee on Power, who is representing Abia South Senatorial District in the Red Chamber. In this interview with TAIWO ADISA, he speaks of the high hopes citizens had of Nigeria at independence and the lowering standards being experienced years after. He also speaks about the push for political […] We ate special rice on Nigeria’s independence, its regrettable what we see years after —Abaribe Tribune Online

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