Politics
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PDP Says Zoning Will Not Exclude Presidential Aspirants from Other Regions in 2027
The Peoples Democratic Party has clarified that its internal zoning arrangements will not prevent aspirants from any region of the...
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Rhodes-Vivour Clarifies Move to ADC, Says He Hasn’t Abandoned Labour Party
Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the 2023 Labour Party governorship candidate in Lagos State, has clarified his recent move to the African Democratic...
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Rivers State “Captured” During Emergency Rule, Elders Tell Tinubu
Rivers State elders have expressed mixed views about the imminent return of suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the six-month state...
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Mutfwang Signs ₦109.7 Billion Plateau Supplementary Budget Into Law
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has signed a ₦109.7 billion supplementary budget for 2025 into law following its rapid approval...
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Jonathan, Peter Obi Hold Talks on Potential 2027 Opposition Alliance
Former President Goodluck Jonathan and Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi are reportedly working toward a potential alliance ahead...
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ADC Spokesman Commends INEC for Recognizing Party’s New Leadership
The African Democratic Congress National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi has praised the Independent National Electoral Commission for officially recognizing the...
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Staff Verification Exercise Saves Rivers State ₦5 Billion – Ibas
Rivers State Sole Administrator Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas has announced that a comprehensive staff verification exercise has saved the state ₦5...
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SERAP Condemns Senate’s Refusal to Allow Akpoti-Uduaghan Resume After Suspension
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has condemned the Nigerian Senate's decision to prevent Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from resuming her...
Read moreExclusive: Tinubu Directs Rivers Administrator to Prepare Handover Note for Fubara’s Return
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Rivers State administrator to begin preparing his handover note for the return of...
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Tinubu Sacks Presidential Aide on Digital Economy With Immediate Effect
The Tinubu administration has terminated the appointment of Fegho John Umunubo, who served as Special Assistant to the President on...
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Suspended Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Cleared to Return After Six-Month Penalty
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has completed her six-month suspension from the Senate, clearing the path for her return to legislative activities...
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Succession Battle Looms as INEC Chairman Yakubu’s Tenure Ends in November
A potential succession battle is emerging within Nigeria's electoral leadership as the tenure of Independent National Electoral Commission Chairman Professor...
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Jonathan’s Supporters Push for His 2027 Presidential Candidacy Amid Growing Speculation
Supporters of former President Goodluck Jonathan within the Peoples Democratic Party are reportedly intensifying efforts to promote his potential candidacy...
Read more“Nigerian Politics Full of Betrayals and Lies” – Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has described Nigeria's political environment as characterized by widespread betrayals and dishonesty, while praising the unwavering...
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