Category: Politics
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Simon Ekpa: March words with action – Ohanaeze tells Senate
By Lateef Taiwo Apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide has urged the Senate to march words with action towards ensuring a swift action by the Federal Government in handling Finland-based Simon Ekpa. The Senate had asked the Federal Government to approach the Finnish Government to extradite Simon Ekpa, a self-acclaimed disciple of…
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Atiku, PDP Senators, and Wike’s Allies Engage in Political Disputes
Before the Senate begins screening ministerial nominees, Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 elections, and his supporters are planning to disrupt the confirmation of ex-governor Nyesom Wike. Atiku conferred with party leaders in Abuja over the weekend, deliberating on methods to prevent the further weakening of the…
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“LP Advocates for Fresh Faces in Ministerial Positions: Nigeria Warrants More than Reused Personalities”
The Labour Party (LP) has expressed dissatisfaction with the ministerial list President Bola Tinubu submitted to the National Assembly, which was unveiled on Thursday. The list of 28 nominees, including notable figures like Abubakar Momoh, Yusuf Tuggar, and Nasir El-Rufai, was delivered by the Chief of Staff to the President and former Speaker of the…
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I’m not in opposition to destroy my country – Sen. Muhammed Onawo
By Lateef Taiwo The Senator representing Nasarawa South, Mohammed Onawo has said he is not in opposition to destroy his country, but to offer alternative views that will bring rapid socio-economic development. Onawo stated this while speaking with some journalists on the recent subsidy removal on premium motor spirit (PMS) popularly known as petrol. “If…
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Akpabio to Unveil Ministerial Nominees Today: Wike, El-Rufai, and Oyetola Among the List
Today, Senator Godswill Akpabio, the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, is set to unveil the much-awaited list of ministerial nominees. Notable figures such as the former Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, and Kaduna governor, Nasir El-Rufai, have made it to the list, bringing excitement and anticipation among Nigerians. According to reliable sources, President Bola Tinubu…
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Consider Grassroot Party Men, Loyalists During Appointment – Group begs Tinubu
An influential group domiciled in the All Progressives Congress National Secretariat, the Concerned APC Staff has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider Loyalists and people with Grassroot aaffiliations in his appointments. The group also commended the president on courageous policies and administrative decisions taken so far by his young administration. Sources revealed that the…
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The Ogun Election Tribunal is Postponed as PDP Falls Short of Producing Additional Witnesses
The governorship election petition tribunal in Abeokuta, Ogun State, halted proceedings prematurely yesterday due to the failure of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to present more witnesses as planned. PDP’s counsel, Chief Chris Uche, was only able to call upon a single witness – Ayinde Ridwan Olamilekan from Abeokuta, as the remaining two witnesses from…
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Nasarawa Governorship Election Tribunal: Explosive Testimony Unravels Alleged Irregularities and Omissions
New revelations emerge as witnesses testify before the Nasarawa Governorship Election Tribunal, shedding light on alleged irregularities and omissions during the election process. The tribunal hears compelling evidence presented by the Petitioners, Dr. David Emmanuel Ombugadu and the PDP, adding intrigue to the ongoing proceedings. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) presented supplementary documents to…
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Govs fight their successors immediately they resume Office – Akpabio laments
…Tinubu to send Ministerial list to Senate in next 48 hours says Senate Leader By Abdulateef Bamgbose The President of the Senate God’swill Akpabio on Wednesday lamented that Governors in Nigeria always fight their successors immediately they resumed office. Akpabio Who spoke at the 60th birthday anniversary lecture and book presentation of Senate leader, Micheal…
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Tribunal Sacks Popular Labour Party Reps Member From National Assembly In Delta
The National Assembly Election Petition Tribunal in Asaba, Delta State, has invalidated the election of Labour Party’s Ngozi Okolie as the representative for the Aniocha/Oshimili Constituency in the House of Representatives. The tribunal ruled by Justice Christian Igbokwe on Monday that Okolie had not been a member of the Labour Party by May 28, 2022,…