98 m. ago Atiku Should Be Father Figure, Not Presidential Candidate – Baba

Ex-presidential aide Hakeem Baba-Ahmed has urged Atiku Abubakar to drop his presidential ambition and become a mentor in Nigerian politics. Speaking on Wednesday on AIT’s Focus Nigeria, Baba-Ahmed said Atiku has done enough and should focus on mentoring younger politicians. According to him, Atiku’s long-standing political involvement positions him better as a unifying elder statesman […] The post Atiku Should Be Father Figure, Not Presidential Candidate – Baba-Ahmed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago PDP resignation: Your presidential ambition knows no empathy – Keyamo knocks Atiku

By John Ogunsemore Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN has faulted the timing of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s announcement of his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Atiku announced his resignation from the PDP on Wednesday, July 16. The 2023 PDP presidential candidate’s resignation letter dated Monday, July 14, was […] The post PDP resignation: Your presidential ambition knows no empathy – Keyamo knocks Atiku appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Dele Momodu resigns from PDP, cites hijack by antidemocratic forces

By John Ogunsemore   Former presidential candidate Dele Momodu has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He has also officially decamped to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Momodu communicated his resignation via a letter dated July 17, 2025, and addressed to the PDP Chairman, Ward 4, Ihievbe, Owan East Local Government Area, Edo State. A […] The post Dele Momodu resigns from PDP, cites hijack by antidemocratic forces appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago 2027: “North Doesn’t Trust Peter Obi; It’s Difficult For Atiku To Defeat Tinubu” – Ex

Former secretary general for Arewa Consultative Forum, Anthony Sani, has insisted that Northerners don’t trust ex-presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi to rule Nigeria for just four years. Sani also noted that the politics of zoning may not favour former vice president, Atiku Abubakar in his bid to defeat President Bola Tinubu, saying that […] The post 2027: “North Doesn’t Trust Peter Obi; It’s Difficult For Atiku To Defeat Tinubu” – Ex-ACF’s Secretary General appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago INEC warns political parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned that error in the submission of personal particulars of candidates by the political parties could be potentially detrimental to both the party and its candidate. Its National Commissioner and Chairperson of the Legal Services, Clearance and Complaints Committee (LSC&CC), Mrs. May Agbamuche-Mbu, gave […] The post INEC warns political parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Atiku’s exit further weakens Nigeria’s main opposition party

Atiku Abubakar, former vice president and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), officially resigned his membership of read more Atiku’s exit further weakens Nigeria’s main opposition party

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16 h. ago Buhari Came To Use Nigeria As Personal Medical Insurance Scheme — Sowore

Controversial human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has berated former president, Muhammadu Buhari, saying that he added no value to the country. Mr. Sowore, who was also a presidential candidate of Africa Action Congress, in the 2023 general election, described Buhari as an opportunist, who came to power for his personal gains. Recall that the former […] The post Buhari Came To Use Nigeria As Personal Medical Insurance Scheme — Sowore appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago INEC warns parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars

Laments’ challenges of incomplete form submissions, improper document attachment From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned that errors in the submission of personal particulars of candidates by political parties could be potentially detrimental to both the party and its candidate. Its National Commissioner and Chairperson of the Legal Services, Clearance […] The post INEC warns parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago It’s Shameful Our Leaders Seek Medical Care, Die In Foreign Hospitals — NMA

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has decried the growing trend of Nigerian political leaders seeking medical care abroad, saying it is a major indictment on the country’s crumbling health system. NMA’s first vice president, Dr. Benjamin Olowojebutu stated this during an interview on Arise Television, monitored by our correspondent, Tuesday night. Dr. Olowojebutu lamented the […]

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22 h. ago Katsina Airport Closure Stopped Me From Attending Buhari’s Burial – Peter Obi

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has responded to criticism over his absence at former President Muhammadu Buhari’s burial on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Daura, Katsina State. Obi, absent at the high-profile ceremony, told Arise TV on Wednesday, July 16, that logistics issues prevented his attendance. “It was difficult to come yesterday because […] The post Katsina Airport Closure Stopped Me From Attending Buhari’s Burial – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago “Forget Northern Support In 2027″– Reno Omokri Tells Peter Obi For Not Attending Buhari’s Burial

Controversial socio-political analyst, Reno Omokri has knocked former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi for failing to attend late president Muhammadu Buhari’s burial in Daura, Katsina State, on Tuesday. Speaking in a statement on Tuesday, via his X Page, Omokri said that Obi’s absence at the late Buhari’s burial showed his disposition towards Northern region. He […] The post “Forget Northern Support In 2027″– Reno Omokri Tells Peter Obi For Not Attending Buhari’s Burial appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago PTDF: Candidates for overseas scholarship scheme promise to bring development to oil, gas industry 

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Over 500 candidates undergoing screening in Northwest zone for Overseas Scholarship by the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) have promised their commitment to bringing development and progress to oil and industry in the country at the end of their training if given the opportunity. PTDF officials and relevant stakeholders have embarked […] The post PTDF: Candidates for overseas scholarship scheme promise to bring development to oil, gas industry  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago ‘Africa Now Dumping Ground For Substandard Fuel’, Dangote Laments

President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has expressed concerns that Africa has become a dumping ground for substandard petroleum products due to its overdependence on fuel imports. Dangote made the remarks during a recent interview with journalists, where he reflected on the challenges and motivations behind establishing the Dangote Refinery. The billionaire industrialist said […]

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29 h. ago Mohbad’s Aunt Recounts Unsettling Moments After Singer’s Sudden Demise

Late Nigerian singer Mohbad’s maternal aunt has come forward with a chilling account of the moments following his death, shedding new light on the controversy surrounding the late artist. She made several startling claims about what she witnessed and the alleged behavior of those around the singer in an interview shared on Tuesday by outspoken […] The post Mohbad’s Aunt Recounts Unsettling Moments After Singer’s Sudden Demise appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Buhari Was Uncomfortable With Politics But Gave His All – Amina Mohammed

Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations, Amina Mohammed, has paid tribute to former president Muhammadu Buhari, who died in a London hospital on Sunday. Mrs. Mohammed, who served as minister of environment under Buhari from 2015 to 2016, eulogised her former boss in an interview with Channels TV on Tuesday, saying that the Mr. […] The post Buhari Was Uncomfortable With Politics But Gave His All – Amina Mohammed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Some Of Buhari’s Appointees Betrayed His Trust, Worsened Corruption — Bagos

Former lawmaker, Dachung Bagos, has said that some appointees of ex- president Muhammadu Buhari betrayed the trust placed in them. Bagos who had represented Jos South/East Federal Constituency, Plateau State, noted that their actions led to worsening of corruption during Buhari’s administration. Speaking in an interview with Channels Television, the former lawmaker, noted that Buhari’s […] The post Some Of Buhari’s Appointees Betrayed His Trust, Worsened Corruption — Bagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Why Tinubu should’nt underestimate Nigerians – Tonye Princewill

By Adesuwa Tsan Prince Tonye Princewill was once the Rivers State gubernatorial candidate of Action Congress and Labour Party but resigned from active party politics in order to focus on other interests. Last week, he was appointed Chairman, Board of Trustees for University of Port Harcourt alumni, and at the fringes of his inauguration, he […] The post Why Tinubu should’nt underestimate Nigerians – Tonye Princewill appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago High turnover of state legislators Unfortunate – Bodinga, Sokoto House Speaker

The Rt. Hon. Tukur Bodinga is the Speaker of the 10th Sokoto State House of Assembly and represents Bodinga North Constituency. In this interview, he speaks on how the Assembly has been able to pass 25 consequential bills, including the bill on mandatory and compulsory premarital medical screening, the bill to curb extravagances in marriage, […] The post High turnover of state legislators Unfortunate – Bodinga, Sokoto House Speaker appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Buhari’s missed revolution: Reflection on lost opportunities

By El-Yaquob Ibn Yousouf The passing of President Muhammadu Buhari marks the end of an era for Nigeria, one that began with immense hope and ended in profound disappointment. Elected in 2015 as the first opposition candidate to defeat an incumbent President, Buhari carried a historic mandate and unparalleled political capital. A former military ruler […] The post Buhari’s missed revolution: Reflection on lost opportunities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago As a woman, don’t focus on challenges, focus on strengths — Brenda Unu

Tribune Online As a woman, don’t focus on challenges, focus on strengths — Brenda Unu Known as the Queen Amazon of Women Growth Academy (WGA), Brenda Unu is a woman of many parts who has impacted a lot of women. She is a certified architect with about two decade’s experience, a writer and a coach who has successfully merged all her diverse passion into one successful stream. In this interview […] As a woman, don’t focus on challenges, focus on strengths — Brenda Unu Tribune Online

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