Politics

Former Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has debunked a viral publication claiming he resigned from office over alleged United States military operations in Nigeria. He recently described the report as a deliberate falsehood, and Nigerians have been reacting. In a press statement released hours ago, Badaru revealed that the reports ...

The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has said that China remains committed to supporting Nigeria’s efforts to combat terrorism. China recently reaffirmed its dedication to expanding cooperation in trade, investment, and manufacturing, as well as strengthening strategic ties. A press statement released hours ago confirmed that Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu ...

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has vowed to ensure meaningful participation of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) across Nigeria. The coalition party recently pledged to strengthen disability-inclusive governance, and Nigerians have been reacting. Speaking in Abuja as the ADC joined the global community to commemorate the International Day for Persons with ...

Presidential Adviser on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has said that President Tinubu’s government does not negotiate with bandits or any terrorist organisation. He recently revealed that while past governments occasionally resorted to dialogue with violent groups, Tinubu is very much against it. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, Bwala ...

The Peoples Democratic Party has accused President Bola Tinubu’s government of failing to protect Nigerians at home, on the streets, and in their workplaces. PDP recently blasted the administration’s security record, calling for a review of strategies to make the nation safer. Speaking while briefing journalists in Abuja, the party’s ...

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has said that compassion should always guide public office and the conduct of public officers. He recently revealed that the current trend of frivolity will do more harm to Nigeria than good. Responding to a series of decisions and events ...

The National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party has issued expulsion certificates to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. It also expelled other party members who were kicked out of the party’s last national convention in Ibadan, Oyo State. In a press statement shared on PDP’s ...

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has said that the success or failure of the newly appointed Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), will depend entirely on President Bola Tinubu’s political will to confront Nigeria’s worsening insecurity. The group recently revealed that the country cannot afford ...

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said that there is no time to waste in the African Democratic Congress’s mission to rescue Nigeria. He recently revealed that ADC members are happy with the fact that he is now a bona fide member of the party. Speaking after a meeting held ...

Chairman of the forum of former members of Enugu State House of Assembly and former South-East spokesman to President Bola Tinubu, Denge Onoh, has urged the Senate to reject Reno Omokri’s ambassadorial nomination. He recently appealed to the Senate to decline to clear Reno Omokri for any ambassadorial posting. In ...

Governors of the 19 Northern States and Chairmen of the region’s Traditional Councils recently met in Kaduna State. The meeting was aimed at reaching far-reaching resolutions to tackle the escalating security challenges confronting the North. Held at the Sir Kashim Ibrahim House, the gathering brought together the Northern States Governors’ ...

The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party in Osun State has said that Governor Ademola Adeleke might no longer be interested in seeking the nomination of the party for the 2026 governorship election. The party, however, revealed that Gov. Adeleke’s decision might change with the resolution of the crises ravaging ...

Former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Lucky Irabor (retd.), has said that some Nigerian politicians are exploiting insecurity in Nigeria. He recently revealed that the politicians are constantly fuelling insecurity across the country to gain political advantage. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television, Irabor broke down the layers ...

Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Foreign Affairs and Protocol, Ademola Oshodi, has come out to defend the President’s latest ambassadorial nominations. He recently insisted that the selections prove Tinubu’s judgment of what is best for his government and Nigeria. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s programme, ...

The Presidency has said that former President Olusegun Obasanjo is not in the right position to criticise President Bola Tinubu over the worsening security situation in Nigeria. FG recently alleged that terrorism actually took root under Obasanjo’s government, and Nigerians have been reacting. In a social media post by the ...

Former presidential aide Reno Omokri has appreciated President Bola Tinubu for nominating him as one of 32 new ambassador-designates. He recently described Tinubu as someone who taught him the meaning of forgiveness. In a press statement shared on X, Reno thanked God and Tinubu for his visionary and exemplary leadership, ...

Former military president, General Ibrahim Babangida (rtd), has urged the newly-elected National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kabiru Turaki, SAN, to rebuild the party. He recently ordered Babangida to correct PDP’s past mistakes, and Nigerians have been reacting. Speaking during a courtesy visit by Turaki and selected members ...

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has assured Nigerians that Nigeria will overcome its security challenges. The party recently insisted that the people behind acts of sabotage will fail eventually. In a press statement issued by its Lagos spokesman, Mr Seye Oladejo, APC urged Nigerians to remain calm and united despite ...

Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), has confirmed receiving an invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. He recently assured Nigerians of his readiness to appear before the anti-graft agency. Speaking via his personal Facebook page on Friday, Malami described himself as a ...

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). This comes months after he announced his exit from the All Progressives Congress (APC), and Nigerians have been reacting. El-Rufai recently wrapped up registration and received his membership card at the ADC office in U/Sarki Ward, ...