Tinubu picks APC nomination form, signals 2027 re-election bid
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally taken a major step toward seeking a second term, with the collection of his expression of interest and nomination forms for the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 elections. The development unfolded on the first day of the party’s sale of forms in Abuja, drawing […]
2027 elections: Governor Makinde under fire over ‘Operation Wetie’ remark as APC, opposition trade blame
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has come under political criticism following his reference to the historic ‘Operation Wetie’ during a recent opposition political summit in Ibadan, with leading figures in the ruling party describing the comment as inciting and irresponsible ahead of the 2027 general elections. The controversy erupted after Makinde, who hosted a gathering […]
Tinubu reshuffles cabinet, replaces Finance Minister Edun with Oyedele, removes Housing Minister Dangiwa
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has carried out a minor cabinet reshuffle, replacing the Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Adebayo Olawale Edun, with former Minister of State for Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, in a move aimed at strengthening economic coordination under the Renewed Hope Agenda. The shake-up, announced on Tuesday, also saw the […]
El-Rufai to remain in ICPC custody as court adjourns bail ruling till June
A Kaduna State High Court has ordered that former governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai remain in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) after postponing its ruling on his bail application until the first week of June. The decision was delivered on Tuesday by the presiding judge, Darius Khobo, following […]
APC fixes May 15 for presidential primary, releases full timetable for 2027 elections
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced May 15 and 16 for its presidential primary as part of a comprehensive timetable for its 2027 general election preparations. The schedule, unveiled on Tuesday night, also outlines dates for governorship, National Assembly and state assembly primaries. The timetable aligns with the window provided by the Independent […]
TikToker faces N50m lawsuit over viral ‘long-lasting’ bread video
A TikTok user identified as Love has disclosed that she is being sued for N50 million by a bread company following a viral video in which she questioned the unusually long shelf life of a loaf in her possession. The clip, which gained traction across social media platforms, showed her expressing concern that the bread […]
JAMB releases 632,788 UTME results, warns against AI-manipulated scores
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the release of results for 632,788 candidates who participated in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), marking a major stage in the ongoing nationwide exercise. Candidates who sat for the examination on Thursday can now access their results through the approved channels, according to the […]
Tinubu dismisses opposition coalition, intimidation, vows to continue reforms
President Bola Tinubu has dismissed concerns over what he described as a growing political alliance among opposition parties, insisting that no coalition would intimidate or derail his administration’s agenda. He reaffirmed his commitment to governance and national development, stating that he remains focused on delivering reforms despite political pushback. The president made the remarks on […]
Nigeria’s economy, security, education have collapsed under current government — Atiku
Former Nigerian Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has declared that Nigeria is facing a deep national decline, claiming that key sectors of the country’s economy and governance have “collapsed” under the current administration. Speaking on Tuesday at the African Democratic Congress national convention held at the Rainbow Event Centre in Abuja, Atiku urged political leaders and party […]
El-Rufai appears in Kaduna court as ICPC trial resumes, bail hearing set for April 14
Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, on Monday appeared before the Kaduna State High Court as his ongoing trial resumed in a case filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). The former governor is being prosecuted over a series of allegations linked to his time in office, marking a […]