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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
A Northern Nigerian woman says Tinubu agriculture policies contributed to the loss of about ₦35 million in her farming business since 2023, urging voters to reject the President in 2027. ABUJA, NIGERIA — A Northern Nigerian woman has claimed that she lost about ₦35 million, including her life savings, in the agricultural sector since President…
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…
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…
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…
Atiku Obi Makinde are resisting pressure to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race, creating a major obstacle for opposition groups seeking one candidate to challenge President Bola Tinubu. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, former Anambra State governor Peter Obi and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde have maintained their presidential ambitions ahead of the…
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…
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…
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…
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.
Seyi Tinubu shares a nostalgic photo wearing his father’s iconic cap, igniting discussions on legacy and politics in Nigeria.
