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01 Jun 25

ADC: Obasanjo-aligned, ‘untainted’ by APC: Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai’s possible 2027 vehicle?

The African Democratic Party (ADC) is becoming arguably the beautiful bride for the anti-Tinubu coalition ahead of the 2027 elections. Members of opposition parties determined to remove President Bola Tinubu and his ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from power come 2027 appear favorably disposed to adopting the ADP as the platform of…

01 Jun 25

PDP: How Makinde, Wike fell apart

THE Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), once the dominant force in Nigerian politics, is now fighting for its very survival. Since its crushing defeat in the 2023 general elections, the party has been plagued by internal divisions, leadership disputes, and a desperate attempt to maintain its position as Nigeria’s main opposition…

02 May 25

May Day: Labour pushes for tax cut, pension overhaul in fresh 20-point demand

Organised Labour on Thursday presented a 20-point demand to the Federal Government as Nigerian workers commemorated the 2025 May Day at Eagles Square, Abuja and across the country. Among other things, the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress asked for tax cuts, better retirement package, reversal of the emergency…

02 May 25

Wike, Fubara to begin dialogue after Osoba’s mediation

The suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, and his predecessor and estranged political godfather, Nyesom Wike, have initiated peace talks to resolve their longstanding feud. Sources close to both politicians confirmed to the two recently met at Wike’s residence in Abuja. The mediation, facilitated by former Ogun State Governor…

01 May 25

Sanwo-Olu urges Lagos youths to enlist in army

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged young men and women across the state to take advantage of the ongoing recruitment into the Nigerian Army, emphasising the wealth of opportunities available in today’s military service. In a statement released on Tuesday by Olumuyiwa Ojelabi from the Office of the Secretary…

01 May 25

May Day push: Labour demands wage review to ease cost-of-living crisis

•NASS to address workers’ concerns, Labour rejects N70k pay over rising inflation, others State chapters of the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress have decried the condition of the Nigerian worker and called for the urgent review of the N70,000 minimum wage as the country celebrates the 2025…

30 Apr 25

May Day: Ex-lawmaker urges improved welfare for Nigerian workers

A former federal lawmaker and 2023 Rivers State governorship aspirant, Dr Farah Dagogo, has paid glowing tribute to Nigerian workers, applauding their resilience, diligence, and unwavering commitment to national service. Dagogo stated this as workers across Nigeria join their global counterparts to commemorate the 2025 International ‘Workers’ Day’ on Thursday,…

30 Apr 25

Court orders EFCC to release Aisha Achimugu within 24hrs

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to within 24hrs release socialite and business woman, Aisha Achimugu. Justice Inyang Ekwo in a short ruling also added that parties in the suit especially the EFCC are to report to the court to give…

30 Apr 25

Obi doesn’t need PDP, Atiku coalition to defeat Tinubu – NLC

The Nigeria Labour Congress has declared that the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, does not require any coalition with the Peoples Democratic Party or support from political figures like former Vice President Atiku Abubakar or ex-Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, to win the 2027 presidential election.…

30 Apr 25

Insecurity: Northern group backs calls for self-defence

The President of the Arewa Grassroot Leaders Assembly, Collins Onogu, has backed the calls for self-defence as part of moves to tackle insecurity in the North. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, Onogu called on the government to legalise the possession of AK-47s for self-defence in rural…

Politics

ADC: Obasanjo-aligned, ‘untainted’ by APC: Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai’s possible 2027 vehicle?

PDP: How Makinde, Wike fell apart

May Day: Labour pushes for tax cut, pension overhaul in fresh 20-point demand

Wike, Fubara to begin dialogue after Osoba’s mediation

Sanwo-Olu urges Lagos youths to enlist in army

May Day push: Labour demands wage review to ease cost-of-living crisis

May Day: Ex-lawmaker urges improved welfare for Nigerian workers

Court orders EFCC to release Aisha Achimugu within 24hrs

Obi doesn’t need PDP, Atiku coalition to defeat Tinubu – NLC

Insecurity: Northern group backs calls for self-defence

Nigeria beat Jamaica 5-4 on penalties to win Unity Cup

ADC: Obasanjo-aligned, ‘untainted’ by APC: Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai’s possible 2027 vehicle?

PDP: How Makinde, Wike fell apart

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