A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), John Odigie-Oyegun, has raised concerns over the rising wave of defections, resignations, and party switching among political leaders, describing it as a sign of deeper weaknesses in Nigeria’s political system. Speaking in…
Former Ogun Central senator and daughter of ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo, Iyabo Obasanjo, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing alleged marginalisation, rejection, and unfair treatment by the party leadership in Ogun State. Iyabo Obasanjo, who recently pursued the…
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has substituted some candidates earlier nominated by the Kwankwasiyya faction in Kano State, saying the move was necessary to enforce a power-sharing agreement between both groups ahead of the elections. A document signed by the…
Chairmen of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) across various local government areas in Lagos State have urged the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) to honour the outcome of the governorship primary and respect the decision made by party members. The…
Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate Datti Baba Ahmed has cautioned critics against attempting to create division between him and the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) 2027 presidential candidate, Peter Obi. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television on Sunday, Datti responded…
Former Minister of Youths and Sports, Solomon Dalung, has revealed that members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition took an oath at the formation of the alliance. Dalung said the oath was meant to ensure that members remained committed…
The Kano State Hisbah Board has announced that prospective couples from 24 local government areas will report to their respective Hisbah offices on Monday, June 8, 2026, for medical screening ahead of the state-sponsored mass wedding programme involving 3,000 couples.…
The Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency has announced that the return airlift of pilgrims from Saudi Arabia to Nigeria will begin on June 15, 2026. The Chairman of the Agency, Malam Salihu S. Abubakar, disclosed this in a statement on…
The Lagos State chapter of the Accord Party has officially unveiled its candidates for the 2027 general elections, presenting aspirants for the governorship, Senate, House of Representatives, and the Lagos State House of Assembly. The Accord party also reaffirmed its…
An aspirant of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Innocent Ojike, has approached the court to challenge the outcome of the party’s primary election for the Oyi State Constituency seat ahead of the 2027 general election. Innocent Ojike, who currently…
Former Chairman of the Nigerian Electric Regulatory Commission (NERC) and chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Sam Amadi, has criticised the party’s recent Imo State primaries, alleging that the exercise was tainted by ticket racketeering and the exploitation of…
Veteran Nollywood comic actor Nkem Owoh, popularly known as Osuofia, has described his entry into acting as accidental. Nkem Owoh said he originally intended to remain a scriptwriter, but was encouraged by colleagues who noticed his comedic talent behind the…
Veteran Nollywood actor Nkem Owoh, popularly known as Osuofia, has reacted to the growing trend of film producers casting actors based on social-media popularity rather than acting talent. Speaking on a recent episode of the Selah Meditate Podcast, Nkem Owoh…
Veteran Nigerian singer SkyB has expressed disappointment over what he describes as a lack of support from current Port Harcourt artists, despite his earlier contributions to the city’s music scene. In a recent episode of the KAA Truth Podcast, the…
Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede has criticised the handling of insecurity under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying the government’s response reflects a lack of compassion. Yvonne Jegede, in a post shared on her Instagram page, said the issue is not only…