22 h. ago Land Grabbing, Economic Sabotage Fuelling Plateau Insecurity – Gov Mutfwang

Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has decried the rising insecurity in the state, blaming it on deliberate economic sabotage and organised land grabbing aimed at impoverishing farming communities and keeping the populace in perpetual poverty. Governor Mutfwang emphasised that insecurity in the state was not a random crisis but part of a “deliberate attempt” to […]

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35 h. ago “He Gave Me Handshake, Tinubu Would’ve Been More Generous” – Portable On First Meeting With Peter Obi

Nigerian singer Portable, whose real name is Habeeb Okikiola, has spoken about his first encounter with former Anambra State governor and presidential candidate, Peter Obi. In a viral video on X on Friday, Portable shared that during their meeting, the politician simply shook his hand and offered nothing else. The singer also pointed out that […] The post “He Gave Me Handshake, Tinubu Would’ve Been More Generous” – Portable On First Meeting With Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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66 h. ago June 12: Meet People, Feel Their Pains, Stop Governing Nigeria By Remote Control – Peter Obi Tells Tinubu

Former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has charged President Bola Tinubu to stop Governance by remote control in Nigeria. Obi tasked President Tinubu to travel round the country and feel pains of the citizens facing different challenges. The former Anambra State governor led this out in Abuja while accessing Tinubu’s two-year in office, concluding […] The post June 12: Meet People, Feel Their Pains, Stop Governing Nigeria By Remote Control – Peter Obi Tells Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Tinubu Smarter, More Strategically Grounded Than Atiku, Peter Obi — Sowunmi

Segun Sowunmi, former spokesperson for Atiku Abubakar’s 2023 presidential campaign, has declared that President Bola Tinubu is intellectually ahead of his major political rivals, including Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi. Sowunmi made the comment during an interview with news men. While addressing concerns about his recent meeting with President Tinubu, he clarified that his actions […] The post Tinubu Smarter, More Strategically Grounded Than Atiku, Peter Obi — Sowunmi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago “Democracy Dead In Nigeria” – Peter Obi Blasts Tinubu’s Emergency Rule In Rivers

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has stated that Nigeria is no longer operating under a democratic system, citing recent political developments in Edo and Rivers States as proof. Speaking on Monday during an interview with news men Obi criticised President Bola Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State, which […] The post “Democracy Dead In Nigeria” – Peter Obi Blasts Tinubu’s Emergency Rule In Rivers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago “I’d Rather Serve With Integrity Than Brag With Billboards” – Peter Obi

Peter Obi, former Governor of Anambra State and Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has responded to criticisms regarding his tenure, insisting that his refusal to promote himself through media campaigns has been misunderstood as underperformance. Obi, speaking during an interview on Monday, said his critics often misjudge him because he did […] The post “I’d Rather Serve With Integrity Than Brag With Billboards” – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Securing Nigeria more fundamental than building roads – Peter Obi

By John Ogunsemore The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi has asked the government to prioritise securing the country over road infrastructure. According to him, security of lives and property of Nigerians is more important than building roads. Obi stated this in an interview with Arise TV‘s Rufai Oseni. The 2023 presidential […] The post Securing Nigeria more fundamental than building roads – Peter Obi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Peter Obi’s business failed woefully in UK but thriving in Nigeria — Omokri

Tribune Online Peter Obi’s business failed woefully in UK but thriving in Nigeria — Omokri “If Tinubu has ruined our economy, as Peter Obi says, why has he not relocated to England to revive his dead business there? Obi should not worry. He will not be detained at London Heathrow Airport, like the last time!” Peter Obi’s business failed woefully in UK but thriving in Nigeria — Omokri Tribune Online

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1 week ago “After Watching Mohbad’s Death, I Decided To Speak My Truth” – Peter Okoye

Peter Okoye, formerly of the music duo P-Square, has taken to social media to accuse his brothers, Paul and Jude Okoye, of trying to damage his reputation during their ongoing legal conflict over music royalties. In a series of Instagram Story posts on Thursday, Peter addressed claims made in court, where Jude Okoye’s lawyer allegedly […] The post “After Watching Mohbad’s Death, I Decided To Speak My Truth” – Peter Okoye appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Peter Okoye Accused Of Misleading EFCC In Fraud Trial Over Psquare’s Music Royalties

Clement Onwuenwunor, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), has disputed statements made by music singer Peter Okoye of P-Square in his statement before the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The SAN informed the Federal High Court in Lagos on Wednesday that the claims were intended to mislead investigators amid an ongoing fraud trial concerning […] The post Peter Okoye Accused Of Misleading EFCC In Fraud Trial Over Psquare’s Music Royalties appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Coalitions’ Agenda To Unseat Tinubu In 2027 Will Amount To Nothing — APC Chieftain Tells Atiku, Obi

A Chieftain of All Progressives Congress, in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye has said that ongoing plans by opposition party leaders to remove President Bola Tinubu in 2027 general elections will fail. Speaking in Osogbo on Sunday, Oyintiloye advised former vice presidents Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi of the Labour Party, and former governor of Kaduna State, […] The post Coalitions’ Agenda To Unseat Tinubu In 2027 Will Amount To Nothing — APC Chieftain Tells Atiku, Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Day Tinubu, Obasanjo, Osoba, Ishola serenaded Abiodun’s with words of wisdom

Tribune Online Day Tinubu, Obasanjo, Osoba, Ishola serenaded Abiodun’s with words of wisdom IN an atmosphere charged with gratitude, celebration, and hope, dignitaries from across Nigeria and beyond gathered at the historic Cathedral Church of St. Peter, Ake, Abeokuta, to mark a triple-fold occasion—Governor Dapo Abiodun’s 65th birthday, six impactful years of governance, and the grand finale of the National Sports Festival hosted by Ogun State. Gracing the […] Day Tinubu, Obasanjo, Osoba, Ishola serenaded Abiodun’s with words of wisdom Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Tinubu Has Destroyed Nigeria’s Economy In Two Years – Peter Ameh

Peter Ameh, the National Secretary of the Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), has sharply criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration, accusing him of ruining Nigeria’s economic structure within just two years in office. Speaking to newsmen on Friday, Ameh expressed deep frustration over the government’s handling of the fuel subsidy removal, describing it as reckless […] The post Tinubu Has Destroyed Nigeria’s Economy In Two Years – Peter Ameh appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago “This is not the Nigeria we deserve,” says Peter Obi on Taraba, Benue, Kogi killings

Peter Obi, Labour Party presidential candidate in 2023, has decried the recent wave of violence ravaging parts of Taraba, Benue, read more “This is not the Nigeria we deserve,” says Peter Obi on Taraba, Benue, Kogi killings

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2 w. ago Onitsha market: Drop N.7m charge, let small businesses breathe – Peter Obi tells FG

By John Ogunsemore The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi said small businesses in the country are at a “we can’t breathe” stage. He said the nation must therefore prioritise economic recovery and survival of small businesses rather than suffocating them. The former Anambra governor stated this in a Tuesday statement. He […] The post Onitsha market: Drop N.7m charge, let small businesses breathe – Peter Obi tells FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Obi’s participation in coalition meetings approved by NCC LP Leadership — Sen. Usman

From Idu Jude, Abuja Senator Nenadi Usman led the National Caretaker Committee (NCC) of the Labour Party, has said that Mr. Peter Obi’s participation in coalition meetings got its full backing, contrary to the news making the rounds. The NCC, in a press statement on Monday, signed by Ken Eluma Asogwa, media Adviser to Senator […] The post Obi’s participation in coalition meetings approved by NCC LP Leadership — Sen. Usman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago “I May Not Run After 2027” — Peter Obi Drops Political Exit Hint

Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has hinted that the 2027 general elections may be his final bid for the presidency. Speaking on Sunday, Obi confirmed his intention to contest the 2027 election under the Labour Party platform but suggested he may step back from active politics afterward. ‘ In a video clip […] The post “I May Not Run After 2027” — Peter Obi Drops Political Exit Hint appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago “Invest In the North To End Poverty And Insecurity In Nigeria” — Peter Obi Advises

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has described Nigeria’s northern region as the country’s “greatest asset,” asserting that it holds the key to the nation’s transformation. Speaking at the National Political Consultative Group (North) meeting in Abuja on Sunday, Obi lamented the persistent poverty in the region, which he attributed to a lack of […] The post “Invest In the North To End Poverty And Insecurity In Nigeria” — Peter Obi Advises appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago I’m Not Desperate To Be President, I Just Want Nigeria To Work – Peter Obi

Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has once again reiterated his commitment to national progress over personal ambition. Speaking on Saturday during a special anniversary Sabbath service in Umuahia to mark Governor Alex Otti’s two years in office, Obi clarified that his primary concern is not clinching power but ensuring Nigeria functions for […] The post I’m Not Desperate To Be President, I Just Want Nigeria To Work – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Peter Obi confirms 2027 presidential ambition under Labour Party

…Accuses APC of fueling opposition crises From Sola Ojo, Abuja The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr. Peter Obi, has declared his intention to contest the presidency again in the 2027 general election under the LP platform, describing it as possibly his final attempt at Nigeria’s highest office. In a video message […] The post Peter Obi confirms 2027 presidential ambition under Labour Party appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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