18 h. ago “I Didn’t Want Nigeria To Happen To Me” — Melaye Breaks Silence After Months Of Inactivity

Former Kogi West Senator, Dino Melaye, has explained his recent silence in Nigeria’s political space. Speaking on Monday, during an interview on Arise Television’s programme Prime Time, Melaye disclosed that his quietness was deliberate as he focused on furthering his education. The former lawmaker revealed that he had returned to school, a decision that demanded […] The post “I Didn’t Want Nigeria To Happen To Me” — Melaye Breaks Silence After Months Of Inactivity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Nigeria, Angola hold bilateral meeting to update legal instruments

Tribune Online Nigeria, Angola hold bilateral meeting to update legal instruments Nigeria and Angola are set to strengthen their bilateral relations with a joint commission meeting scheduled for 2025, aimed at updating the legal frameworks guiding their political, economic and military cooperation. Nigeria, Angola hold bilateral meeting to update legal instruments Tribune Online

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66 h. ago Stop Proposed Salary Increase For Politicians, SERAP Tells Court

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to restrain the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) from acting on the proposed salary increase for political and public office holders in Nigeria. SERAP is also urging the court, in the suit which has not been assigned to […]

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3 d. ago Northern Youths Seek Government Clampdown On Politicians Backing Banditry

The Arewa Youth Movement (AYM) has petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP), urging him to take decisive action against politicians allegedly connected to banditry and violent crimes in Northern Nigeria. In a press briefing held in Abuja, AYM spokesperson, Comrade Yahaya Muhammed Garba, called for a thorough investigation into the activities of certain political […] The post Northern Youths Seek Government Clampdown On Politicians Backing Banditry appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Shehu Sani reacts to Jonathan’s statement on Nigerian politics

By Seyi Babalola Shehu Sani, a former federal lawmaker, has reacted to former President Goodluck Jonathan’s recent assertion that betrayers abound in Nigerian politics. He advised young Nigerians who want to pursue careers in politics to take inspiration from Goodluck Jonathan’s path. Jonathan has said that he was betrayed when running for reelection in 2015. […] The post Shehu Sani reacts to Jonathan’s statement on Nigerian politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago I’ll Support Atiku Over Wike In Nigeria’s Leadership Choice — Tambuwal

Former Sokoto State governor and incumbent Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has said that he would back former Vice President Atiku Abubakar ahead of Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, if forced to choose between the two on Nigeria’s future leadership. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Friday night, […]

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5 d. ago Tinubu remains committed to championing economic diversification –Shettima

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has described President Bola Tinubu as a leader with the political courage needed for impactful decisions and remains committed to diversifying Nigeria’s economy. He said in line with this, the Federal Government was contemplating the formation of a task team to design and implement a framework for […] The post Tinubu remains committed to championing economic diversification –Shettima appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Why My Efforts To Reconcile Ganduje, Kwankwaso Failed – Jibrin

Kano lawmaker Abdulmumin Jibrin has revealed how his bid to reconcile former governors Abdullahi Ganduje and Rabiu Kwankwaso collapsed despite his push for unity. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) chieftain said only Ganduje and Kwankwaso can settle their rift. He noted that Ganduje also served as […] The post Why My Efforts To Reconcile Ganduje, Kwankwaso Failed – Jibrin appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Tinubu Not A Political ‘Orphan’ In Northern Nigeria — Jibrin

The NNPP chieftain also rejected suggestions that Tinubu should be held responsible for worsening insecurity in the region. The post Tinubu Not A Political ‘Orphan’ In Northern Nigeria — Jibrin appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago APC Accuses Malami, ADC Of Sponsoring Political Thugs In Kebbi

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kebbi State has accused former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, of sponsoring political thugs responsible for recent violent incidents in the state. The APC also alleged that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) played a role in supporting these thugs, contributing to the unrest that has unsettled residents. The […] The post APC Accuses Malami, ADC Of Sponsoring Political Thugs In Kebbi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Jandor’s Return To APC A Defining Moment For Lagos Politics – Obasa

Speaker Mudashiru Obasa has hailed Jandor’s return to the All Progressives Congress (APC), calling it a big gain for the ruling party in Lagos. Obasa, who received the former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate at his official residence in Ikeja GRA on Tuesday, welcomed him warmly. He said Jandor’s decision to return underscores the […] The post Jandor’s Return To APC A Defining Moment For Lagos Politics – Obasa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Taraba APC raises the alarm over alleged plans by State Govt to disenfranchise other political parties

By Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo Ahead of the Local Government Council elections in Taraba State scheduled for November this year, the All Progressives Congress APC in the State has raised the alarm over measures put in place by the State government through the State Independent Electoral Commission (SIEC) and the State Board of Internal Revenue (SBIR) […] The post Taraba APC raises the alarm over alleged plans by State Govt to disenfranchise other political parties appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago 2027: Osun in Diaspora backs Tinubu, endorses Oyebamiji for 2026 guber

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has received fresh commendations from Nigerians in the Diaspora as the AMBO Movement UK applauded his bold economic reforms and foreign policy initiatives. The group, while declaring support for Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO) in the 2026 Osun governorship election, described Tinubu’s reforms as “politically courageous” and vital for Nigeria’s economic […] The post 2027: Osun in Diaspora backs Tinubu, endorses Oyebamiji for 2026 guber appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago 2027: Stay away from my political decisions – Jonathan knocks Keyamo, Odinkalu

By Seyi Babalola Former President Goodluck Jonathan has chastised Minister of Aviation Festus Keyamo (SAN) and legal scholar Prof. Chidi Odinkalu for opposing his speculated 2027 presidential bid, urging them to refrain from interfering in his political decisions. Keyamo and Odinkalu had advised the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) not to give Jonathan its ticket, claiming […] The post 2027: Stay away from my political decisions – Jonathan knocks Keyamo, Odinkalu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Guber poll: CNPP warns politicians against provocative remarks, violence in Ekiti

Tribune Online Guber poll: CNPP warns politicians against provocative remarks, violence in Ekiti The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) in Ekiti State has warned politicians to maintain peace and refrain from politics of bitterness and resort to violence by their supporters ahead of the party primaries and the main governorship election next year. Guber poll: CNPP warns politicians against provocative remarks, violence in Ekiti Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Group wants PDP to revisit zoning of presidential ticket to South

Tribune Online Group wants PDP to revisit zoning of presidential ticket to South "The Middle Belt deserves better. Nigeria deserves better. It's high time our political leaders recognised Group wants PDP to revisit zoning of presidential ticket to South Tribune Online

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9 d. ago CUPP, opposition parties knock police over ban on political gathering without permit

Say directive to hotels, others unconstitutional, void, threat to democratic freedom   From Romanus Ugwu, Ndubuisi Orji and Sola Ojo, Abuja The Nigeria Police Force has drawn the ire of the main opposition parties – Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Labour Party (LP) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) – over directive by the Kaduna […] The post CUPP, opposition parties knock police over ban on political gathering without permit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Restructuring Nigeria: Stop blaming the operators, fix the failed system!

The commonest riposte by opponents of the call for political restructuring in Nigeria is that Nigeria’s problem is not its read more Restructuring Nigeria: Stop blaming the operators, fix the failed system!

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9 d. ago CUPP condemns suspension of unauthorised political gathering

…Describes as threat to democratic freedom   From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja   The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) has condemn the recent directive by the Kaduna State Police Command suspending all unauthorised political gatherings, viewing it as a blatant aberration that contravenes the spirit and letters of the Nigerian Constitution. National Secretary of the […] The post CUPP condemns suspension of unauthorised political gathering appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago 2027: PDP unity won’t be extinguished by political rascals – Olawepo

Former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has assured that the party will not be divided by political rascals who manipulate the country’s ethnic fault lines. The PDP chieftain, who spoke at an interaction with senior media executives in Lagos during the weekend, said he would stay focused on issues […] The post 2027: PDP unity won’t be extinguished by political rascals – Olawepo-Hashim appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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