48 m. ago Bayelsa governorship election not top on my agenda — Azibaola

Tribune Online Bayelsa governorship election not top on my agenda — Azibaola The Chairman, Kakatar Group and Zeetin Engineering, Azibaola Robert, is a man of many parts. He is a lawyer, an environmentalist, a sports enthusiast and an engineer, who has declared his intention to produce the first wholly made-in-Nigeria car. In this interview with TAIWO ADISA, he insists Bayelsa State governorship election is not top on […] Bayelsa governorship election not top on my agenda — Azibaola Tribune Online

Politics

9 h. ago Jeffries breaks House speech record as Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill passes by narrow margin

In a dramatic night on Capitol Hill, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democrat, delivered the longest floor speech in the read more Jeffries breaks House speech record as Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill passes by narrow margin

Economics

10 h. ago US: Democrat leader, Hakeem Jeffries breaks House record for longest floor speech

Tribune Online US: Democrat leader, Hakeem Jeffries breaks House record for longest floor speech He added pointedly: “Donald Trump’s deadline may be Independence Day. That ain’t my deadline.” US: Democrat leader, Hakeem Jeffries breaks House record for longest floor speech Tribune Online

Politics

10 h. ago DHQ: Granting amnesty to repentant terrorists, bandits not our mandate

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said on Thursday that offering amnesty to repentant terrorists, bandits, and other criminals is not the constitutional responsibility of the Armed Forces of Nigeria. Director, Defence Media Operations, Major-General Markus Kangye, made this known, stating that the military does not engage in amnesty of any kind. He […] The post DHQ: Granting amnesty to repentant terrorists, bandits not our mandate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

11 h. ago Court Dismisses Gani Adams’ N5bn Defamation Suit Against Sunday Igboho

The Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan has dismissed a N5billion defamation suit filed by Chief Gani Adams, the Aare-Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, against Yoruba Nation agitator, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, commonly known as Sunday Igboho. The ruling, delivered by Justice O.T. Ademola-Salami, also included an award of N500,000 cost against Adams in favour of Igboho. […]

Politics

12 h. ago ‘Immoral’: Democrat leader slams Trump’s megabill during speech

Tribune Online ‘Immoral’: Democrat leader slams Trump’s megabill during speech Standing beside stacks of binders, Jeffries systematically criticized the bill, which includes deep cuts to Medicaid and other federal programs. ‘Immoral’: Democrat leader slams Trump’s megabill during speech Tribune Online

Politics

17 h. ago Court dismisses Gani Adams’ N5bn defamation suit against Igboho

Tribune Online Court dismisses Gani Adams’ N5bn defamation suit against Igboho Justice Ademola-Salami dismissed the suit, just as he awarded a cost of N500,000 against Gani Adams, who was not represented during the proceeding by his counsel. Court dismisses Gani Adams’ N5bn defamation suit against Igboho Tribune Online

Politics

24 h. ago The federation’s fiscal fault line: How Nigeria’s VAT system rewards dependency and punishes productivity

In the grand theatre of Nigerian federalism, few performances are as revealing as the quarterly distribution of value-added tax revenues. read more The federation’s fiscal fault line: How Nigeria’s VAT system rewards dependency and punishes productivity

Politics

24 h. ago Ozekhome Faults Adegoke’s Letter, Warns Against Distortion Of Court Rulings

Constitutional lawyer Prof. Mike Ozekhome, SAN, has called on the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi to give effect to the Court of Appeal judgment delivered on June 13, 2025, saying it reaffirmed the validity of Federal High Court judgment of November 30, 2022 and remains binding under Section […]

Events

34 h. ago Atiku, others’ coalition: Betrayal of PDP’s core principles – Bode George

By Lukman Olabiyi Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has faulted the formation of a political coalition reportedly involving former Senate President David Mark, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and other party chieftains. George described the move as divisive and a betrayal of the party’s core principles. The […] The post Atiku, others’ coalition: Betrayal of PDP’s core principles – Bode George appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

37 h. ago 2027 Opposition Coalitions Useless Without Electoral Reform – Dele Farotimi

Human rights lawyer and activist, Dele Farotimi, has warned that any coalition of opposition parties ahead of the 2027 elections will be pointless unless Nigerians demand sweeping electoral reforms. Speaking on Wednesday with news men, Farotimi criticised Nigeria’s electoral system, calling it fundamentally compromised and unable to reflect the will of the people. “Every coalition […] The post 2027 Opposition Coalitions Useless Without Electoral Reform – Dele Farotimi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

37 h. ago “PDP Finally Dead” – Deji Adeyanju Celebrates As Atiku, Obi, David Mark, Others Join ADC

Human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju has mocked People Democratic Party, over the new defection that occurred in the party. Adeyanju commended key leaders in PDP, and other opposition figures for coming together to battle the ruling All Progressives Congress, in 2027 election. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that former presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, ex- […] The post “PDP Finally Dead” – Deji Adeyanju Celebrates As Atiku, Obi, David Mark, Others Join ADC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

38 h. ago ADC Will Lead Democratic Revolution, Serve Nigeria In 2027 – Aregbesola

Former Osun State Governor and ex-Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, has pledged to transform the African Democratic Congress (ADC) into a people-centered political party committed to democratic values, accountability, and national development. Speaking on Monday during his acceptance speech as the interim National Secretary of the party, Aregbesola said the ADC must not mirror the […] The post ADC Will Lead Democratic Revolution, Serve Nigeria In 2027 – Aregbesola appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

40 h. ago ‘Nigeria must be free,’ Sowore rejects Adeyanju’s appeal to join opposition coalition

Tribune Online ‘Nigeria must be free,’ Sowore rejects Adeyanju’s appeal to join opposition coalition He insisted he had never been part of any criminal or exploitative political network and would not now lend his support to what he described as... ‘Nigeria must be free,’ Sowore rejects Adeyanju’s appeal to join opposition coalition Tribune Online

Politics

40 h. ago Who is Owolabi Salis? Five facts about Nigeria’s first space explorer”

Owolabi Salis, Nigerian-born lawyer, accountant and former political contender  has just added another remarkable milestone to his name — becoming read more Who is Owolabi Salis? Five facts about Nigeria’s first space explorer”

Politics

41 h. ago FULL TEXT: Aregbesola’s speech as ADC new interim national secretary

Tribune Online FULL TEXT: Aregbesola’s speech as ADC new interim national secretary This is not an easy task. It will take time. It will demand sacrifice. But it can be done. I ask for your support not just in words, but in FULL TEXT: Aregbesola’s speech as ADC new interim national secretary Tribune Online

Politics

43 h. ago ‘Forget about what people will say,’ Deji Adeyanju urges Sowore to join opposition coalition

Tribune Online ‘Forget about what people will say,’ Deji Adeyanju urges Sowore to join opposition coalition “Politics is different from morality and activism; it’s a game of numbers. Let me also say that even in churches, there are witches and wizards. Everyone already know that... ‘Forget about what people will say,’ Deji Adeyanju urges Sowore to join opposition coalition Tribune Online

Politics

45 h. ago “Stop Digging Up Negative VIdeos About Police, Others” – FCT Command Urges Nigerians

Federal Capital Territory Police Command has appealed to Nigerians to start making positive narrative about security agencies in the country. The Command stated that the effort will help in combating crimes and makes criminal elements understand the consequences of their actions. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the appeal was made in a statement by Spokesperson for […] The post “Stop Digging Up Negative VIdeos About Police, Others” – FCT Command Urges Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

45 h. ago Divorce Battle Intensifies As May Edochie’s Lawyer Dismisses Apology Rumour

Emeka Ugwuonye, the legal representative of May Edochie, has refuted circulating claims that his client issued an apology letter to her estranged husband, Yul Edochie, amid their ongoing divorce case. Speaking during a live session on Tuesday, Ugwuonye dismissed the reports as completely false, maintaining that May remains committed to her legal pursuit of divorce […] The post Divorce Battle Intensifies As May Edochie’s Lawyer Dismisses Apology Rumour appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

47 h. ago Court to hear Bash Ali’s N500bn defamation suit against former minister tomorrow

Tribune Online Court to hear Bash Ali’s N500bn defamation suit against former minister tomorrow World boxing champion, Bash Ali (OON), has dragged the former Minister of Sports, Mr. Sunday Akin Dare, before a Federal High Court, sitting in Maitama, Abuja over allegations bordering on extortion and defamation of character. In the suit delineated FCT/HC/CV/6411/2023, Bash Ali is asking for the sum of N500 billion in damages from the former […] Court to hear Bash Ali’s N500bn defamation suit against former minister tomorrow Tribune Online

Politics