Influencer King Mitchy issues public apology following viral online feud with VeryDarkMan, others
Social media influencer and philanthropist Mitchell Mukoro, popularly known as King Mitchy, has publicly apologised after weeks of online controversy stemming from her clash with social commentator Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan. In a video shared on her Instagram page, Mitchy addressed Nigerians directly, admitting that her conduct during the heated online exchanges […]
Court extends El-Rufai’s ICPC detention until March 19 amid corruption probe
Former Kaduna State governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, will remain in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) until March 19, 2026, as the agency continues its investigation into alleged corruption. The court’s decision allows ICPC additional time to conclude its probe before deciding whether to formally charge him or […]
Five lawmakers defect as APC strengthens majority in House of Representatives
Nigeria’s House of Representatives witnessed another round of political realignments on Wednesday as five lawmakers formally dumped their former opposition parties for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Accord Party, a development that further tilts the balance of power in favour of the APC and underscores the growing instability within opposition ranks across […]
Appeal Court upholds ruling stopping INEC from recognising PDP Ibadan convention
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld the judgments of the Federal High Court restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising the outcome of the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) disputed national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, last November. In a unanimous decision delivered by a three-member panel led by Justice Uchechukwu […]
Peter Obi joins ADC, vows to challenge Electoral Act 2026 in court
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has officially registered as a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), declaring that he will challenge the newly enacted Electoral Act 2026 in court over concerns that some of its provisions could be used to manipulate the outcome of the 2027 general elections. Obi made […]
Tinubu mourns victims of Boko Haram attack in Borno
President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the families of those killed in a recent terrorist attack on the Ngoshe community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. The president described the incident as a tragic act of violence against innocent citizens and expressed sympathy to residents affected by the attack carried out […]
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu urges women to mentor girls, says ‘being naked is not beauty’
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has urged women across the country to take greater responsibility in mentoring young girls, stressing the need to instil strong values, discipline, and a sense of modesty in the younger generation. The first lady made the call while addressing Muslim and Christian women during an interfaith Iftar and Lent breaking […]
Shettima mocks ADC over fake entries in online membership registration
Vice President Kashim Shettima has taken a swipe at the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over alleged irregularities in the party’s online membership registration, claiming the platform has been inundated with fake identities. He also criticised the opposition party’s persistent call for real-time electronic transmission of election results, arguing that the flaws observed in its digital […]
Governor Fintiri says presidency should remain in south in 2027 as Atiku’s son resigns cabinet post
Adamawa State Governor Umaru Fintiri has reiterated that the presidency should stay in the southern region for the 2027 elections, arguing that the South deserves to complete its eight-year term under Nigeria’s informal power-sharing arrangement. Speaking on Sunrise Daily, Fintiri acknowledged that zoning is not enshrined in the constitution but insisted it remains crucial for […]
Iyabo Obasanjo joins Ogun governorship race ahead of 2027
Former senator and ex-Ogun State Commissioner for Health, Iyabo Obasanjo, has formally entered the race for the Ogun State governorship election scheduled for 2027 on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Obasanjo, the daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, announced her ambition on Monday following a courtesy visit to the APC leadership at […]