12 h. ago Nigerians are paying for the ineptitude of their leaders —Engr Femi Babalola

Tribune Online Nigerians are paying for the ineptitude of their leaders —Engr Femi Babalola Nigeria, in the past few decades, has been battling with crises that have led some analysts to believe that the nation is jinxed. But a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, Engr. Femi Babalola, in this interview, declares that citizens of the country have been suffering from the ineptitude of their […] Nigerians are paying for the ineptitude of their leaders —Engr Femi Babalola Tribune Online

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16 h. ago “Zoning Presidential Tickets Is Strategy To Favour APC” – Dele Momodu

Dele Momodu, a prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has raised concerns over the zoning of presidential tickets ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general election. He alleged that the zoning process is being manipulated to favour the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking on Monday, during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Momodu […] The post “Zoning Presidential Tickets Is Strategy To Favour APC” – Dele Momodu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Poverty Reduction Surest Way To Fight Insecurity, Chinedumuije Urges Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has been advised to deploy alternative means to combat the growing insecurity and violence across the country, especially in the North-East and North-West regions. Country Director of GOALPrime Organisation Nigeria, Professor Christopher Chinedumuije, in an open letter to President Tinubu, stated that, “for years, successive governments have responded by increasing defence budgets, […]

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26 h. ago Group Exposes ‘₦5bn Smear Campaign’ Against Tinubu, EFCC Boss

A group, under the aegis of the National Interest Coalition (NICO, has raised the alarm over what it described as a grand conspiracy by some embattled top government office holders to derail President Bola Tinubu’s anti-corruption fight and destabilise the leadership of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The group alleged that the plot, […]

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29 h. ago Borno Attack: VP Shettima Consoles Families, Pledges Tougher Military Action

Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep condolences to the government and people of Borno State over recent terrorist attack that claimed many lives in Darajamal community of Bama local government area. The Vice President reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s directive to the Armed Forces to review security operations, including the deployment of advanced military hardware […]

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34 h. ago 2027: I won’t align with Tinubu to become Lagos Governor, says Rhodes

By Seyi Babalola Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Labour Party’s Lagos State 2023 governorship candidate, has made it clear that he will not align with President Bola Tinubu in his bid to become the state governor in 2027. Rhodes-Vivour stated on Sunday, when replying to questions in an appearance on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, he stated that […] The post 2027: I won’t align with Tinubu to become Lagos Governor, says Rhodes-Vivour appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Don’t Contest Against Tinubu, Oborevwori, Delta APC Leaders Warn Politicians

Chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta state, have warned politicians seeking to contest the 2027 presidential and governorship elections to bury their ambitions. The APC leaders spoke at the weekend during the unveiling of a political pressure group, Ukodo Nation Forum (UNF) at Ughelli, Delta state. They said there are no vacancies […]

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34 h. ago Tambuwal’s remarks on Tinubu, failed attempt to rewrite truth —Lagos APC

Tribune Online Tambuwal’s remarks on Tinubu, failed attempt to rewrite truth —Lagos APC The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has described the recent comment by a former governor of Sokoto State, Senator Aminu Tambuwal, as another failed attempt to rewrite the truth. Tambuwal, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), had claimed that the “battle to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu” is a “national consensus” […] Tambuwal’s remarks on Tinubu, failed attempt to rewrite truth —Lagos APC Tribune Online

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53 h. ago Obi calls for tourism overhaul as Mbah opens Enugu conference

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged Nigeria to reposition its tourism sector as a driver of economic growth, insisting that “a new Nigeria is possible if we shift from consumption to production.” Obi made the call on Saturday at the opening of […] The post Obi calls for tourism overhaul as Mbah opens Enugu conference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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60 h. ago Peter Obi donates N10m to Anambra hospital, embarks on medical rest

From Sola Ojo, Abuja   Former Anambra State governor and presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, Mr Peter Obi, has announced a N10 million donation to support the Aguata Diocese of the Church of Nigeria in Anambra. The donation was to support acquisition of new equipment and revitalisation of the […] The post Peter Obi donates N10m to Anambra hospital, embarks on medical rest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Peter Obi Announces Brief Medical Rest, Suspends Weekend Engagements

Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, has announced a short medical break. The break will result in the suspension of his planned engagements both within and outside Nigeria this weekend. In a statement shared on Saturday via his X handle, Obi revealed that he fell ill while attending a […] The post Peter Obi Announces Brief Medical Rest, Suspends Weekend Engagements appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Peter Obi announces temporary break from public activities on medical advice

Tribune Online Peter Obi announces temporary break from public activities on medical advice Former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, says he will be stepping back briefly from public engagements following medical advice. Peter Obi announces temporary break from public activities on medical advice Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Tinubu Doesn’t Understand Federal System, Lacks Capacity To Lead – Tambuwal

Sokoto South Senator and former governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has launched a scathing criticism of President Bola Tinubu. He accused the president of lacking the knowledge required to govern Nigeria effectively. Tambuwal made the remarks on Friday, while featuring on Channels Television’s Politics Today. He alleged that Tinubu’s governance shortcomings are evident in his failure to […] The post Tinubu Doesn’t Understand Federal System, Lacks Capacity To Lead – Tambuwal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago 2027: Why Tinubu cannot defeat opposition of Jonathan, Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso – Tambuwal

By Seyi Babalola Former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal indicated that President Bola Tinubu cannot overcome an opposition led by former President Goodluck Jonathan, ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rabiu Kwankwaso. According to Tambuwal, if these politicians decide to run in 2027, Tinubu will be unable to defeat them. He did, however, encourage […] The post 2027: Why Tinubu cannot defeat opposition of Jonathan, Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso – Tambuwal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Tinubu’s renewed hope initiative will reduce unemployment — Aiyedatiwa

Tribune Online Tinubu’s renewed hope initiative will reduce unemployment — Aiyedatiwa Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for introducing the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI 2), describing it as a strategic intervention to tackle the nation’s unemployment challenge. Tinubu’s renewed hope initiative will reduce unemployment — Aiyedatiwa Tribune Online

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4 d. ago 2027: Why Enugu East stakeholders endorsed Mbah for second term —Igwesi, ex

Tribune Online 2027: Why Enugu East stakeholders endorsed Mbah for second term —Igwesi, ex-Rep A former member of the House of Representatives and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), USA Igwesi, has said the reelection of Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State is a done deal based on his track record of his administration in the last two years. Igwesi said all major stakeholders from Enugu East senatorial […] 2027: Why Enugu East stakeholders endorsed Mbah for second term —Igwesi, ex-Rep Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Gov Otu’s Chief of Staff hails Vice President Shettima at 59

…Describes him as ‘torchbearer of hope’ From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The Chief of Staff to the Governor of Cross River State, Dr. Emmanuel Ironbar, has celebrated Vice President Kashim Shettima on the occasion of his 59th birthday, extolling him as “a torchbearer of hope, a leader of rare conviction, and a statesman whose life […] The post Gov Otu’s Chief of Staff hails Vice President Shettima at 59 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Niger boat mishap: Govt must prioritise water safety infrastructure – Atiku

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged the government to prioritise investment in water transportation safety infrastructure, monitoring, and public awareness to prevent future cases of boat mishaps. Atiku made the call in a statement on Thursday after a boat accident in Gausawa community, Malale Ward of Borgu Local Government Area, Niger […] The post Niger boat mishap: Govt must prioritise water safety infrastructure – Atiku appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Channel surplus revenue into job creation, pension payments – Obi tells Tinubu

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has called on the President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government to demonstrate compassion and responsibility by deploying Nigeria’s reported revenue surplus into critical sectors that would directly impact the lives of ordinary citizens. Obi, on his verified X account on Thursday, September […] The post Channel surplus revenue into job creation, pension payments – Obi tells Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Road crashes: Double awareness efforts, Shettima, Akume tell FRSC

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Worried by the spate of road crashes, Vice President Kashim Shettima and Secretary to the Government of the Federation George Akume have charged the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to review performance and to double its efforts to curb the societal menace. Shettima and Akume gave the charge yesterday at the […] The post Road crashes: Double awareness efforts, Shettima, Akume tell FRSC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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