Politics
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Reps propose rotational presidency, six-year single term
In a move that could significantly alter Nigeria’s political landscape, 35 members of the House of Representatives on Monday, proposed a bill seeking a series of constitutional amendments. The proposed changes include a rotational presidency among the six geopolitical zones, a single six-year term for presidents and governors, and the…
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Ningi’s voice cannot be suspended from people’s hearts – Atiku
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 general elections, Atiku Abubakar, described the Senator representing Bauchi North Senatorial District, Abdul Ninigi, as the bearer of true conscience. In a post via his official X handle on Friday, the former vice president said Ningi’s voice represents…
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We Refuse To Let LP Crisis Force Obi Accompany Atiku In The PDP, Declares Arabambi
Arabambi, said the party is seeking a political solution to its crisis so that its 2023 presidential candidate won’t work with his PDP counterpart Atiku Abubakar ahead of the 2027 poll. “Politically, we will not allow the crisis to fester for long that we will now allow Mr Peter Obi…
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Rivers philanthropist vows to take-over from Fubara in 2027
A philanthropist, Leesi Gborogbosi, has expressed his optimism that Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, would hand over power to him as the next governor of the state in 2027. Gborogbosi, in a statement issued in Port Harcourt, however said he will provide advise to Fubara to enable him provide good…
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Tinubu battled spiritual forces before inauguration as president – Bisi Akande
Former Governor of Osun State, Bisi Akande, has revealed that President Bola Tinubu battled spiritual forces before his inauguration in May 2023. He disclosed this while speaking at a one-day lecture organised by an Arewa think tank in Kaduna on Thursday. The former interim chairman of the All Progressives Congress,…
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Hold your governors responsible – Tinubu to Arewa leaders
President Bola Tinubu has appealed to state governments to prioritize the needs of local communities by ensuring accountability and effectiveness in the administration of local governments. The President made these remarks on Thursday at a meeting with the leadership of Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. “We…
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“There will be justice” – Dethroned Emir of Kano finally speaks
Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, the 15th Emir of Kano, has called for calm and respect for the rule of law amidst the ongoing tussle over the Kano emirate. Emir Bayero urged Kano state residents to stay composed and law-abiding as the tussle gets messier. He stressed the importance of justice…
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Julius Abure Suspended Over Anti-party Activities
The National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Julius Abure, has been suspended from the party for alleged high-handedness and anti-party activities.Goldmyne TV reports that Abure was suspended by the executive of the party in Ward 3 in Arue-Uromi, in Esan North-East Local Government Area of Edo State. The letter…
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Tribunal dismisses LP’s petition and affirms Uzodimma’s election as Governor of Imo
The Imo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal has affirmed the election of Hope Uzodimma as Imo State Governor The tribunal gave its ruling in Abuja on Friday, as it dismissed the petition of the Labour Party (LP) and its governorship candidate Athan Achonu. In a unanimous judgment delivered by Justice…
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2027: Peter Obi not fit to lead Nigeria — Soyinka
Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka said the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi is “unfit” to lead Nigeria. Soyinka stated in an interview with Noble Eyisi on Thursday. Recall that Obi finished third behind Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives…