ADC leadership crisis deepens as state chairmen form interim committee amid legal dispute

ADC

A new faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has emerged, further intensifying the ongoing leadership crisis within the opposition party. A group of 25 state chairmen, rejecting the claims of both the David Mark-led National Working Committee (NWC) and that of Nafiu Bala Gombe, announced the formation of an interim leadership team to stabilise […]

Easter celebration: Federal Government declares Friday and Monday public holidays

Tinubu declares national security emergency as lawmakers reject negotiations with bandit

The Federal Government has approved this Friday and next Monday, as public holidays to commemorate this year’s Easter celebrations across the country. The announcement covers Good Friday and Easter Monday, marking one of the most significant periods in the Christian calendar. The declaration was conveyed in an official statement issued by the Minister of Interior, […]

INEC withdraws recognition of ADC leadership amid deepening party crisis

ADC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has withdrawn recognition of the National Working Committee (NWC) of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), intensifying the party’s leadership crisis ahead of the 2027 general election. The electoral umpire said it would no longer recognise or engage with any faction within the party until the courts deliver a final […]

Tinubu appoints Ida as CAC chairman, nominates seven NPC commissioners, names Bello special adviser

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of former Katsina Central senator, Dr Ibrahim Ida, as chairman of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), alongside the nomination of seven individuals as federal commissioners of the National Population Commission (NPC), in a move aimed at strengthening key government institutions. The presidency also confirmed the appointment of […]

Religion not driving Nigeria’s development —Daddy Freeze

Daddy Freeze

Media personality Daddy Freeze has argued that religion is failing to deliver meaningful socio-economic progress in Nigeria, insisting that the country’s heavy religious inclination has not translated into measurable development outcomes. Speaking on The Honest Bunch Podcast, Daddy Freeze said Nigeria’s widespread religiosity stands in stark contrast to its persistent challenges in areas such as […]

PDP convention to hold as planned, Wike vows party will ‘shock Nigerians’ in 2027

Nyesom Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will proceed with its national convention as scheduled, dismissing concerns over internal disputes and ongoing legal challenges. He also expressed confidence that the party would surprise Nigerians with its performance in the 2027 general elections despite its current […]

Cubana Chief Priest declares support for APC, says ‘Party is taking care of me’

Cubana Chief Priest

Socialite and nightlife entrepreneur, Cubana Chief Priest, has publicly declared his support for Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), stating that the party has been beneficial to him. He made the remarks while attending the APC National Convention in Abuja, where he appeared alongside other political stakeholders and supporters of President Bola Tinubu. Speaking at […]

Turaki group breaks with Makinde, aligns with Wike-backed PDP leadership

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)

The Taminu Turaki political group has shifted its allegiance away from Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, opting instead to support the National Caretaker Working Committee (NCWC) of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) led by Abdulrahman Mohammed and backed by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The decision marks a major development in the party’s ongoing internal reconciliation […]

CBN sets May 1 deadline for IMTOs to adopt naira settlement accounts

CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed all International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs), to route diaspora remittances strictly through designated naira settlement accounts held with authorised dealer banks, as part of renewed efforts to strengthen transparency and liquidity in Nigeria’s foreign exchange market. The new directive, which takes effect from May 1, 2026, is […]