13 h. ago Fintiri above religious, ethnic, gender politics – Gov’s COS

By Billy Graham, Abel Yola   Chief of Staff to the Adamawa State governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Dr. Edgar Amos, has debunked the spurious claims among opposition groups and their social media agents, alleging that the governor has a hidden bias against Christians and women in government appointments. In a strongly worded statement he titled,“Fintiri […] The post Fintiri above religious, ethnic, gender politics – Gov’s COS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Ikedi Ohakim and the Imo “Remontada”: A second half renewal 

By Obinna Nwachukwu When Spanish football fans speak of a “remontada,” they remember the electrifying nights when FC Barcelona staged miraculous comebacks against overwhelming odds.  In Imo State’s evolving political landscape, a similar narrative is taking shape. Former Governor Ikedi Ohakim, who served from 2007 to 2011, is now preparing for his own remarkable comeback—a […] The post Ikedi Ohakim and the Imo “Remontada”: A second half renewal  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Ogun governor, other dignitaries honour Pa Ayodele Senbanjo at funeral

By Philip Nwosu Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun joined former governors, political leaders, and family on Thursday, May 1, at a funeral to honour Pa Ayodele Oluwole Senbanjo, who died on April 5, 2025, at 92. The funeral, coordinated by his son, OmoOba Segun Senbanjo—an APC chieftain and Regional Director of Seymour Energy Consulting—celebrated the […] The post Ogun governor, other dignitaries honour Pa Ayodele Senbanjo at funeral appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Stop Begging For Peace While Sponsoring Unrest In Rivers — Wike Tells Fubara

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has urged suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, to demonstrate honesty amid ongoing political crisis in the oil rich state. Wike disclosed this in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, on Saturday. He also tasked Governor Fubara […] The post Stop Begging For Peace While Sponsoring Unrest In Rivers — Wike Tells Fubara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Gov. Fintiri above religious, ethnic, and gender politics — Dr. Edgar Amos, Adamawa COS fires at opposition

By Billy Graham Abel, Yola Dr. Edgar Amos, the chief of staff to the Adamawa state governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has debunked the spurious claims among opposition groups and their social media agents, alleging that the governor has a hidden bias against Christians and women in government appointments. In a strongly worded statement he titled […] The post Gov. Fintiri above religious, ethnic, and gender politics — Dr. Edgar Amos, Adamawa COS fires at opposition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago PAPSD Condemns State Of Emergency Calls On Zamfara, Labels Move Politically

The Patriots for the Advancement of Peace and Social Development (PAPSD) has strongly condemned growing calls for a state of emergency declaration in Zamfara State, describing the agitation as politically-motivated, unconstitutional, and a desperate attempt to derail Governor Dauda Lawal’s developmental agenda. In a press statement released on Saturday in Abuja, PAPSD’s Executive Director, Dr. […]

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44 h. ago Youth group passes vote of confidence on Adeleke ahead of 2026 poll

As political activities gradually build up ahead of the 2026 governorship election in Osun State, a youth group, the Imole read more Youth group passes vote of confidence on Adeleke ahead of 2026 poll

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56 h. ago Joining Politics Gave Me More Courage, I’ll Contest Again – Funke Akindele

Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele has described her political experience as a transformative journey that empowered her. Funke also noted that politics deepened her understanding of leadership, governance, and national development. Speaking at the WithChude Live talk hosted by media entrepreneur Chude Jideonwo, on Thursday, the Nollywood actress opened up about her motivations […] The post Joining Politics Gave Me More Courage, I’ll Contest Again – Funke Akindele appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Group Dismisses Rumoured Rift Between Gov Bago, Deputy, Says Report Politically

A prominent Northern youth group has debunked rumours suggesting a rift between the governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago, and his deputy, Comrade Yakubu Garba. The group described the allegations as baseless, politically-motivated, and a calculated attempt to discredit the governor’s rising popularity and sterling performance. In a press statement issued in Kaduna and […]

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2 d. ago Unease in Bayelsa over Diri’s sack of 27 political appointees

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The abrupt termination of 27 political appointees by Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has sparked tension in the state. The appointees, primarily special assistants, members of the Grassroots Mobilisation team, and the Conflict Resolution Committee, were reportedly dismissed on April 23 due to their affiliation with the pro-Tinubu NEW Associates political […] The post Unease in Bayelsa over Diri’s sack of 27 political appointees appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Focus On Governance, Not Politics — Diri Tells Bayelsa Officials

Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa has issued a strong warning to his appointees, urging them to refrain from engaging in political activities ahead of the 2027 elections. Diri made the statement on Wednesday during the 162nd session of the Bayelsa Executive Council meeting in Yenagoa, stressing that any political appointee found participating in such activities […] The post Focus On Governance, Not Politics — Diri Tells Bayelsa Officials appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed appoints 168 aides across 20 LGAs

From Paul Orude, Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has approved the appointment of 168 aides to enhance governance across the state’s 20 local government areas (LGAs). The appointees include Principal Special Assistants (PSAs), Senior Special Assistants (SSAs), Special Assistants (SAs), and Personal Assistants (PAs), selected based on merit, experience, political background, and leadership […] The post Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed appoints 168 aides across 20 LGAs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago “Kwankwaso Not Needed To Win Kano For Tinubu In 2027” – APC Youth Wing

A youth group under the aegis of ruling All Progressive Congress Youth and Students Council in Kano State, has opposed the return of former governor of the state, Rabiu Kwankwaso. The group described Kwankwaso as politically irrelevant and a potential disruptor of the party’s growing unity and strength. This was disclosed on Tuesday, by Director-General […] The post “Kwankwaso Not Needed To Win Kano For Tinubu In 2027” – APC Youth Wing appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago If INEC Conducts Free Election, Obi Will Defeat Tinubu Without Atiku, El Rufai’s Coalition – NLC

Nigeria Labour Congress has said that former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, will unseat President Bola Tinubu of the ruling All Progressive Congress without  any coalition in 2027 poll. NLC added that Obi does not need to merge with political figures like ex-vice president Atiku Abubakar or immediate past governor of Kaduna […] The post If INEC Conducts Free Election, Obi Will Defeat Tinubu Without Atiku, El Rufai’s Coalition – NLC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago PDP To Challenge Okowa, Oborevwori’s Defection To APC In Court

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has resolved to take legal action against Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, former Vice Presidential candidate Ifeanyi Okowa, and the entire Delta PDP leadership over their recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This comes after a major political shift on April 23, which saw top government officials and […] The post PDP To Challenge Okowa, Oborevwori’s Defection To APC In Court appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Defection, characteristic of average Nigerian politician –Ex

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Former Governor of Edo State, Chief Lucky Igbinedion, yesterday, reacted to the gale of defections that have hit the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in recent times and saying that the development does not worry him because defection is characteristic of the average Nigerian politician. He, however, stated that he foresees the […] The post Defection, characteristic of average Nigerian politician –Ex-Gov Igbinedion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Benue LG tribunal: CNPP, CNCSOs petition NJC over undue Interference

From Idu Jude Abuja The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) and the Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations (CNCSOs) have petitioned the Nigerian Judicial Council (NJC) over undue interference of the Chief Judge of Benue State, Hon. Justice Maurice Ikpambese, who allegedly influenced the Local Government Election Petition Appeals Tribunal for political purposes. In […] The post Benue LG tribunal: CNPP, CNCSOs petition NJC over undue Interference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Benue LG Tribunal: CNPP, CNCSOs petition NJC over undue interference 

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) and the Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations (CNCSOs) have petitioned the Nigerian Judicial Council (NJC) over undue interference of the Chief Judge of Benue State, Hon. Justice Maurice Ikpambese, who allegedly influenced the Local Government Election Petition Appeals Tribunal for political purposes. In […] The post Benue LG Tribunal: CNPP, CNCSOs petition NJC over undue interference  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago My Special Interest In Education Driven By Deep Purpose, Not Politics – Gov Mbah

The governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, says his special interest in education is driven by purpose, not politics. He notes that Enugu is on the cusp of a renaissance, given the transformational promises of the Smart Green Schools initiated by his administration. Mbah also maintained that his administration’s consistent allocation of about one-third […]

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5 d. ago Defections to APC driven by Tinubu’s performance, not mere politics –Gov Otu

Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has reaffirmed that the growing wave of defections to the All Progressives Congress (APC) is propelled by the sterling performance of President Bola Tinubu, rather than political calculations. Governor Otu made the assertion at a high-profile event where he, alongside Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, and the National Chairman […] The post Defections to APC driven by Tinubu’s performance, not mere politics –Gov Otu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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