Donald Trump has shared nighttime footage of deportation flights, linking his administration’s immigration crackdown to falling murder rates in the United States. But critics question whether the video proves that deportations caused the decline. WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES — Donald Trump, the US president, has shared footage of nighttime deportation flights, presenting his administration’s immigration crackdown…
Peter Obi has renewed his call for Nigerians to unite ahead of the 2027 election, promising stronger action against insecurity, more opportunities for young people and greater accountability in the management of public funds. The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) made the remarks during recent engagements with Nigerians, including a global digital…
Peter Obi has challenged fresh debt claims by Charles Soludo’s administration, presenting handover documents on live television and disputing how Anambra’s external loan figures were calculated. LAGOS — Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has challenged the Peter Obi debt claims made by Governor Charles Soludo’s administration, presenting his 2014 handover documents during an Arise…
Doris Ogala has challenged Apostle Johnson Suleman over his praise of Abia Governor Alex Otti, disputing claims about 24-hour electricity and warning that she could release evidence about the cleric. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Actress and African Action Congress governorship aspirant Doris Ogala has confronted Apostle Johnson Suleman over his recent comments praising Abia State Governor…
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has rejected claims that Peter Obi won Rivers State in 2023, while revealing that the G5 governors deliberately allowed Obi to take some South-South states to weaken Atiku Abubakar. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims that Peter Obi won Rivers State in the…
Fresh Natasha Akpabio leaked audio recordings have reignited the long-running dispute between the Kogi senator and Senate President Godswill Akpabio, with both clips still unverified. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Two purported voice recordings linked to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senate President Godswill Akpabio have triggered fresh reactions online, after US-based activist Sandra Duru released the clips…
Wike 2027 campaign plans have taken a fresh turn as President Bola Tinubu is reportedly set to give the FCT Minister coordinating roles in Rivers and Abuja ahead of the 2027 election. ABUJA, NIGERIA — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is reportedly set to assign Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, a coordinating role…
Wike 2031 ambition has become a fresh talking point after broadcaster Rufai Oseni said the FCT Minister is strategically positioning himself for a future presidential contest amid his dispute with APC governors. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Arise Television presenter Rufai Oseni has claimed that Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, is playing a…
Obi Kwankwaso Kaduna campaign activities continue on Saturday as Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso take their 2027 political message to voters in Kaduna, days after the movement unveiled a nationwide campaign structure. KADUNA, NIGERIA — Presidential candidate Peter Obi and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, are taking their Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) campaign message to…
Obi supporters 2027 are sharing personal photos online from Yoruba, Tiv, Ekiti, Osun and Edo communities, presenting the posts as a show of support for Peter Obi ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Supporters of Peter Obi have continued sharing personal photographs online to express support for his 2027 presidential bid, with…
Electricity subsidy 2027 plans have drawn a warning from Atiku Abubakar, who urged President Bola Tinubu on Friday in Abuja to avoid another policy shock that could increase costs for households and businesses. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has warned President Bola Tinubu against ending Nigeria’s electricity subsidy in 2027, arguing that…
The Obi Kwankwaso movement has unveiled a 59-member presidential campaign council covering Nigeria’s 36 states and the FCT as preparations for the 2027 election gather pace. ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Obi-Kwankwaso Movement has constituted a 59-member Presidential Campaign Council to coordinate its mobilisation activities across Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections, with zonal and…
French President Emmanuel Macron hosted Nigerian President Bola Tinubu for a private dinner in Paris on Thursday, September 17, as both countries reaffirm their longstanding diplomatic relationship. PARIS, FRANCE — French President Emmanuel Macron hosted Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a private dinner at the Élysée Palace in Paris on Thursday night, September 17,…
Farouk Aliyu Wike clash has deepened after the APC chieftain rejected Nyesom Wike’s description of some party governors as lazy and 419ners over the 2027 Rainbow Coalition dispute. ABUJA, NIGERIA — APC chieftain Farouk Aliyu has rejected comments by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike describing some All Progressives Congress governors as “politically lazy” and “419ners”, saying…
Peter Obi has released his 2014 Anambra handover report as evidence in his growing debt dispute with Governor Charles Soludo’s government, which says old loans and other liabilities remain outstanding. AWKA, ANAMBRA — Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has released his 2014 handover report amid a fresh dispute with the administration of Governor Charles…
The Atiku Tinubu eligibility battle has taken a fresh turn after a Federal High Court in Abuja allowed Atiku Abubakar to serve President Bola Tinubu through the APC over a suit challenging his 2027 candidacy. ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar permission to serve President Bola…
The Rainbow Coalition has triggered a fresh clash between Nyesom Wike and APC governors after the FCT minister backed Tinubu for 2027 while insisting the coalition will support him, not other APC candidates. ABUJA, NIGERIA — FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress have clashed over the…
Aso Rock vacancy has triggered a fresh political clash after Atiku Abubakar rejected the Oba of Lagos’ claim that President Bola Tinubu will retain the presidency after the 2027 election. LAGOS, NIGERIA — Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has fired back at the Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, after the monarch backed President Bola Tinubu for…
Peter Obi degree claims have been put to a fresh test after the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, confirmed that the former Anambra governor was admitted, graduated and received the certificate now under scrutiny. NSUKKA, ENUGU — The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, has authenticated Peter Obi’s 1984 Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy, rejecting claims that…
Peter Obi wife controversy has taken a new turn after the former Anambra governor defended her spending, saying her personal purchases are not his concern if she does not use public funds. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Former Anambra State governor and Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate Peter Obi has defended his wife Margaret Obi amid online…
Former governor Jim Nwobodo has filed a N20bn libel suit against Lagos businessman Basil Ogbuanu in Enugu, alleging media reports damaged his reputation over a disputed land deal. ENUGU, NIGERIA — Former Anambra State governor Jim Nwobodo has filed a N20bn libel suit against Lagos businessman Basil Ogbuanu before an Enugu High Court, alleging that…
The Peter Obi classmate saga has taken a new turn after an X user offered ₦5 million to anyone who can identify a UNN coursemate who graduated alongside Obi. NSUKKA, ENUGU — A social-media challenge over former Anambra State governor Peter Obi’s university days has gained attention after X user Bayo Bilisi offered ₦5 million…
The Wike vs AbdulRazaq dispute has added pressure to APC in Kwara, with party chieftain Titilope Anifowoshe urging leaders to reconcile and fix internal problems before 2027. ILORIN, KWARA — The Wike vs AbdulRazaq political dispute has added fresh pressure on the All Progressives Congress in Kwara State, with APC chieftain Titilope Anifowoshe warning the…
Desmond Elliot has reportedly knelt before Femi Gbajabiamila during an APC gathering in Lagos, seeking forgiveness over past political tensions linked to the party’s internal disputes. LAGOS, NIGERIA — Lagos lawmaker and former Nollywood actor Desmond Elliot has reportedly knelt before President Bola Tinubu’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, seeking forgiveness over past political disagreements…
Former Anambra governor Peter Obi has explained how he built his wealth before politics, citing businesses, major franchises and bank investments during an interview shared online in Nigeria. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Former Anambra State governor Peter Obi has explained how he accumulated his wealth before entering politics, pointing to his business career, international franchises and…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is using Atiku US lobbyists to push his political message in Washington, while the $1.2 million deal fuels a fresh fight with President Bola Tinubu’s camp. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s decision to engage a United States-based lobbying firm has opened a fresh political battle over Nigeria’s…
Nigeria’s National Assembly has suspended South Africa visits over reported xenophobic attacks. The decision covers lawmakers, committees and staff and takes effect immediately, following renewed concerns over Nigerians’ safety. ABUJA, NIGERIA — The National Assembly has suspended all official South Africa visits and ordered a boycott of South African-hosted legislative activities following continuing reports of…
INEC has uploaded the NDC logo and updated the party’s leadership on its official portal in Abuja after a Federal High Court ruling. The move gives the party fresh electoral recognition ahead of 2027. ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Independent National Electoral Commission has uploaded the modified logo of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and updated…
A fresh bargain is taking shape in Nigeria’s opposition politics. Kwankwaso Atiku 2027 talks have taken another turn as Rabiu Kwankwaso reportedly offers Atiku a political future if he steps aside. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has reportedly urged Atiku Abubakar to step down from the 2027 presidential race, promising continued political support if…
Peter Obi fuel subsidy support has put the 2027 presidential race in a fresh twist. The NDC candidate says he would keep Tinubu’s controversial policy if elected, but insists the savings must benefit Nigerians. PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE — Peter Obi has backed President Bola Tinubu’s removal of petrol subsidy, saying he would retain the…
