Politics
Our Politics section delivers clear, accurate, and balanced coverage of political developments at the local, national, and international levels. From government policies and legislative decisions to elections, diplomacy, and leadership changes, we provide timely updates and thoughtful analysis. Stay informed on the issues that shape societies and impact everyday lives, with reporting grounded in facts and context.
I Won’t Be Anyone’s Running Mate in 2027 – Peter Obi
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has ruled out any possibility of serving as a vice-presidential candidate in the...
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Rivers Senator Says He Will Persuade Wike to Dump PDP for APC
The Senator representing Rivers East, Allwell Onyesoh, has declared that he and his political associates will intensify efforts to convince...
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House of Representatives Doubles Presidential Campaign Spending Limit to N10bn Ahead of 2027 Elections
The House of Representatives has approved a substantial increase in campaign spending limits for candidates contesting elective offices in Nigeria,...
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Tinubu Nominates New Heads for Oil Regulatory Agencies as Ahmed, Komolafe Resign
President Bola Tinubu has forwarded the names of two new chief executives to the Senate for confirmation to lead Nigeria's...
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Edo Govt Alleges N25bn Financial Fraud in Radisson Hotel Deal, Vows EFCC Petition
The Edo State Government has leveled serious allegations of financial misconduct against the previous administration of former Governor Godwin Obaseki...
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Fubara Denies Rift with Lawmakers, Calls Reports “Pure Lies
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has emphatically rejected media reports suggesting a breakdown in relations between him and members of...
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Peter Obi Reveals Coalition Challenges Over Zoning, Rotation of Political Offices
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has disclosed that the proposed coalition between the Labour Party and the African...
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Senator Yari Claims Tinubu “Caged” in Presidential Villa, Says Presidency Run from Outside
Senator Abdulaziz Yari, representing Zamfara West, has made controversial claims that President Bola Tinubu is "caged" in the Presidential Villa,...
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APC Schedules National Caucus, NEC Meetings for Mid-December
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced dates for its National Caucus and National Executive Committee (NEC) meetings, scheduled to...
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Osun Governor Adeleke Defects to Accord Party, Plans Re-Election Bid
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has finalized arrangements to seek re-election under the platform of the Accord Party (AP) after...
Read morePeter Obi Slams Tinubu’s Ambassadorial Nominees, Calls Selection “Shocking”
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has condemned President Bola Tinubu's recent ambassadorial appointments, describing some of the nominees...
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Tinubu’s Aide Defends Controversial Ambassadorial Appointments, Cites Global Practice
A senior aide to President Bola Tinubu has strongly defended the administration's recent ambassadorial nominations, asserting that the selections represent...
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Ganduje Dismisses Arrest Call as “Irresponsible,” Accuses Kano Governor of Chasing Shadows
Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has rejected calls for his arrest by the...
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Kano Govt Demands Arrest of Former Governor Ganduje Over Alleged Militia Threat
The Kano State Government has called for the arrest of former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, linking recent bandit attacks in...
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