Shehu Buba has denied fresh allegations linking him to bandit kingpins, insisting viral videos circulating online were manipulated and do not prove any connection to criminal groups. BAUCHI, NIGERIA — Senator Shehu Buba, who represents Bauchi South Senatorial District, has rejected fresh allegations that he maintains links with bandit kingpins, describing viral videos and claims…
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has asked the EFCC to investigate N33.75bn cash transfers that auditors could not verify as reaching 3.29 million vulnerable households. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate the alleged failure to account for N33.75bn cash transfers meant for…
Election threats are drawing fresh warnings from INEC and the police as Nigeria heads towards 2027. Both agencies say politicians who incite violence or intimidate voters will face legal action. ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Independent National Electoral Commission and the Nigeria Police Force have vowed to act against politicians who issue threats or inflammatory statements…
The Federal Government has rejected claims that Tinubu 2027 chances are fading, with Defence Minister Christopher Musa insisting the APC will retain power despite growing opposition attacks. ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Federal Government has dismissed claims by Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso that President Bola Tinubu could lose the 2027 presidential election, with Defence Minister…
A US firm linked to Atiku Abubakar says it was offered $3 million to drop its Tinubu records campaign. The allegation comes as its founder reportedly receives a Trump White House appointment. WASHINGTON, D.C. — A United States-based lobbying and policy advisory firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C., has alleged that its managing partner, Dr Karl Von…
Wike APC governors accusations have opened another political front as the FCT Minister names two serving governors he claims are working against him. He identified Imo’s Hope Uzodinma and Kwara’s Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq. PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE — FCT Minister Nyesom Wike made the allegations on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, during a media chat in Port…
The opposition summit opens in Abuja with parties seeking a strategy to defeat President Bola Tinubu in 2027. But disagreements over alliances and a consensus candidate remain. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Opposition parties and political actors are converging in Abuja on Monday, August 31, 2026, for an opposition summit organised by the G-100, with discussions expected…
Atiku Abubakar has challenged the Atiku N600bn cash transfers figures released by Tinubu’s government, questioning the number of households reached and demanding verifiable payment records. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, has challenged the Federal Government’s claim that it disbursed more than N600 billion in cash transfers to vulnerable…
Amaechi ADC campaign has taken a blunt turn ahead of 2027, as Rotimi Amaechi told Nigerians not to vote for the party if its candidates fail to deliver after taking office. PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE —Former Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi, the African Democratic Congress vice-presidential candidate, has told Nigerians not to vote for the…
The Atiku Obi camps have rejected pressure to produce one opposition candidate for Nigeria’s 2027 election. Both sides favour cooperation but remain unwilling to drop their presidential ambitions. ABUJA, NIGERIA —Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State governor Peter Obi have rejected calls for opposition parties to field a single presidential candidate against…
Fake agency boss George Nwabueze has rejected an allegation by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission that he ran an unauthorised federal outfit. Nwabueze produced an appointment letter he says came from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. ABUJA, NIGERIA — George Nwabueze, National Coordinator and Executive…
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the arrest of George Nwabueze and suspended three permanent secretaries after the ICPC uncovered another alleged fake agency operating inside the Federal Government’s OSGF complex. ABUJA, NIGERIA — President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate arrest of George Buchi Nwabueze and suspended three permanent secretaries after the Independent Corrupt Practices…
President Bola Tinubu has cautioned Ademola Adeleke against treating his Osun victory as a political conquest. The president urged the governor to reconcile with opponents during a meeting in Abuja. ABUJA, NIGERIA — President Bola Tinubu has told Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke that he “did not conquer anybody” by winning the August 15 governorship…
Atiku Abubakar says the Atiku 2027 election bid will be his last. The ADC presidential candidate says he will not seek the presidency again if he loses the 2027 poll. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has said the Atiku 2027 election bid will be his final attempt…
Nyesom Wike says the opposition should start crying over the Tinubu 2027 election, arguing in Abuja that President Bola Tinubu faces a weakened political challenge ahead of the presidential poll. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, says President Bola Tinubu faces his easiest presidential election in 2027, arguing that a…
Ademola Adeleke faces a tougher fight in Osun 2026 as APC’s Bola Oyebamiji and ADC’s Najeem Salaam mount strong challenges ahead of Saturday’s governorship election. OSOGBO, OSUN STATE — Ademola Adeleke faces a difficult battle to secure a second term as governor as Osun 2026 enters its final days, with APC candidate Bola Oyebamiji and…
Olagunsoye Oyinlola backs Oyebamiji in Osun, as his PDP faction turns against Governor Ademola Adeleke ahead of Saturday’s governorship election. OSOGBO, OSUN STATE — Olagunsoye Oyinlola has backed Bola Oyebamiji, as a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party led by the former Osun governor endorsed the APC candidate on Sunday, August 9, ahead of the…
Femi Fani-Kayode has rejected Sheikh Yahaya Jingir’s push for a Muslim-Muslim ticket, calling the cleric’s remarks provocative and dangerous to national unity ahead of the 2027 elections. JOS, PLATEAU STATE — Femi Fani-Kayode has criticised Islamic cleric Sheikh Yahaya Jingir over his renewed call for a Muslim-Muslim ticket ahead of the 2027 elections, describing the…
Isaac Fayose disagrees with Remi Tinubu’s charity appeal to Davido, Burna Boy and Asake, asking APC governors to donate N500m monthly instead.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has commended President Bola Tinubu’s efforts in tackling insecurity, saying insurgent flags are no longer being hoisted in any part of Nigeria and organized bomb attacks have reduced significantly.
VeryDarkMan’s lawyer has responded to the Presidency over a viral audio allegedly linked to President Bola Tinubu. The legal team denied claims that VDM created or circulated the recording, describing it as a doctored audio falsely attributed to the social media activist.
Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has revealed why he switched support from Peter Obi to President Bola Tinubu, sparking reactions across social media.
Cubana Chief Priest reacts after losing APC House of Representatives ticket in Imo State as he shares studio video aimed at critics and online trolls.
Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson has congratulated her husband, Prince Odi Okojie, after he emerged victorious in the APC primary election, sparking reactions online.
Reno Omokri has sparked reactions online after claiming that living in Nigeria is cheaper than many countries, citing high shaving and rent costs in London.
Yul Edochie’s latest comments about Peter Obi’s political future spark backlash and heated reactions online.
Davido confirms appointment as Head of Youth Mobilisation for Governor Adeleke’s 2026 re-election campaign in Osun, triggering mixed reactions across social media.
INEC ADC crisis deepens as party demands chairman’s resignation after leadership reversal ahead of 2027 elections.
VeryDarkMan blasts government over Jos killings, questions security failures and urges self-protection. Read full details now.
Cubana Chief Priest links the deadly Jos attack to Tinubu’s birthday and triggers a massive public backlash — including a fiery blast from singer Skales.
