Politics

2027: APC Strategizes To Pull Five More Governors, Adeleke, Soludo’s Cases Remain Uncertain 

— President Tinubu during a political rally By St. Johnson Adegboyega  The ruling All Progressives Congress has boasted of wooing at least five more governors to its camp amid a wave of defections by opposition bigwigs, federal lawmakers, and endorsements for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election.” The move comes in the wake of Friday’s resignation of the immediate past National Chairman of the APC, Dr Abdullahi… []

Governor Oyebanji’s Re-election Campaign Gathers Momentum with New Local Committee

 — Gov. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO) By St. Johnson Adegboyega  It’s going to be a free landing for the hardworking governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO) who is seeking reelection into the office the second time. The forthcoming election in the state is set to witness a mobilization campaign for the re-election bid of the well loved governor with the inauguration of Local Organizing… []

2027: Former Senate President, David Mark Joins Forces To Lead Coalition Against Tinubu

— Atiku, David Mark By Adeola Idris As the preparations for 2027 general elections especially the presidential election is fast approaching, several stories have been leading on different newspapers on parties and individuals who are posing to hijack the most exalted seat of president from the incumbent, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The latest of the anti-Tinubu coalition is set to announce the African Democratic Congress as… []

One Suspect Arrested As Senator Natasha Family House Attacked Again

— Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan By St. Johnson Adegboyega A suspect has been arrested by the Kogi State Police Command following another attack on the family home of the suspended senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The suspect, identified as Jose Suberu, was reportedly apprehended at the scene of the attack in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area, on Tuesday. Confirming the development on Wednesday, the state… []

Shina Oyetayo Appointed Special Adviser To Lagos Speaker, Obasa

— Adeshina Oyetayo By St. Johnson Adegboyega Media Strategist and PR expert, Adeshina Oyetayo has been appointed Special Adviser on Research, Media and Documentation to the Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa. The appointment, which took effect in March, marks a significant addition to the Speaker’s team as Oyetayo brings with him fecund experience and expertise in the media ecosystem spanning… []

He Is ‘inconsistent and disloyal,’ Former VP, Namadi Cautions Tinubu Over His Dealings With Ex Minister

— Namadi Sambo, President Tinubu By St. Johnson Adegboyega Former Vice President of Nigeria, Mohammed Namadi Sambo, has issued a stern warning to President Bola Tinubu and the current Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, urging them to exercise caution in their dealings with Dr. Shamsudeen Usman, a former Minister of Budget and National Planning. In a statement released on Monday through his Personal Secretary, Mr…. []

How Peter Obi Betrayed Me – Kenneth Okonkwo Explains

–– Peter Obi, Kenneth Okonkwo By Adeola Idris   Nollywood actor and former Labour Party (LP) chieftain, Kenneth Okonkwo who officially confirmed his resignation from the Labour Party in February 2025 made an allegation against Obi in a viral video on social media. The actor turned lawyer narrated how the 2023 presidential candidate of the party, Peter Obi betrayed him. “If there is anybody that… []

“I am using Kalu’s infrastructure template to Develop Abia State” – Gov. Otti.

— Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu and Gov. Alex Otti during the former’s visit to Abia State By St. Johnson Adegboyega The former Governor of Abia State, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, who is representing Abia North Senatorial District at the Senate has received laudable commendation from the incumbent Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Alex Chioma Otti. During the courtesy visit, Governor Otti on Sunday evening,… []

Tinubu Receives Okoya, Ibori, Bugudu In His Lagos Home

— Ibori and Tinubu during the visit By St. Johnson Adegboyega  Former governor of Delta state, James Ibori was received by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his residence in Lagos state on Sunday. The minister of budget and economic planning, Abubakar Bagudu, also paid a visit to the president, who is in Lagos for the Eid-el-Kabir festivities, Billionaire industrialist, Razak Okoya, his wife, Shade Okoya,… []

Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu Alleged Rift: Olusi Appeals For Forgiveness

— President Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu By Adeola Idris  Following the ongoing speculation that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his godson, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, governor of Lagos State are at loggerheads, Chairman of Governors Advisory Committee, Alhaji Tajudeen Olusi we gathered openly acknowledged the President’s displeasure with key figures in Lagos politics — particularly Governor Sanwo-Olu. It was earlier reported that Sanwo-Olu and members of the Governor’s Advisory… []

How Delegates Disrupted Atiku, Obi Coalition Meeting

–– Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar By St. Johnson Adegboyega The much announced coalition meeting between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s Peter Obi, former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi and others eventually turned into chaos as delegates from Jigawa State disrupted the proceedings. A high-level coalition meeting involving former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s Peter Obi, former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi… []

Utomi Reveals Identities Of Top Nigerians Planning ‘Shadow Government ‘ To Challenge Tinubu

— Pat Utomi By St. Johnson Adegboyega  Political economist and elder statesman, Professor Pat Utomi, has unveiled a list of individuals who make up Nigeria’s first formal “Shadow Government,” a move he says is aimed at offering credible alternatives to the policies of the Bola Tinubu-led administration. Speaking from the United States, Utomi clarified that the shadow cabinet is not a rebellion or a challenge… []

2027: Makinde To Unveil His Annointed Candidate As More Aspirants Show Interest

— Gov. Seyi Makinde By St. Johnson Adegboyega As race to the most exalted seat in Oyo State is getting interesting by the day more and more aspirants are showing interest to succeed the incumbent governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde at the end of his second term tenure in 2027. It’s also more interesting that as the list of those who have decided to throw their… []

Wike Names His Three Political Enemies In Rivers State

— Nyesom Wike St. Johnson Adegboyega  Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has named the three politicians he is fighting against in Rivers state. It was reported that this comes amid the suspension of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, alongside his deputy and other House of Assembly members, following the declaration of a state of emergency in the oil-rich state. In an… []

PDP Can’t Make Headway In 2027″ – Oborevwori Gives Reason For Joining APC

— Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori By St. Johnson Adegboyega Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has said his defection to the All Progressives Congress, APC, was not to kill the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. Oborevwori said the PDP can’t make any headway in 2027, hence the decision of his administration to form a political alignment with the APC. Speaking through the state’s Commissioner for Works… []

Wike Reveals Details Of Recent Reconciliation Meeting With Fubara

— Wike, Fubara By St. Johnson Adegboyega Former Rivers state governor and sitting Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Monday, May 12, revealed details of a recent reconciliation meeting with suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara in Abuja. Fubara was accompanied by two unidentified governors from the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking at a media briefing, Wike expressed doubts about Fubara’s… []

Don’t Play 2023 Game in 2027 Because Iit’ll Backfire – Wike Warns Atiku, PDP Leaders

— Nyesom Wike, Atiku By St. Johnson Adegboyega  Caution message has been sent to leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party against playing games with the party’s 2027 presidential candidate’s ticket by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. Speaking during a media chat on Monday, Wike specifically warned party leaders to desist from playing the same game it played while deciding on where… []

After Apology, Akpabio Institutes Fresh Legal Action Against Senator Natasha

— Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, Godswill Akpabio By Bunmi Onakan  Following Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s apology to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. The number three citizen has taken legal action against her over a social media post he believes was intended to mock him. The lawsuit was filed on May 7, 2025, at the Federal High Court in Abuja. It came in response to an apology letter… []

Crisis Rocks Labour Party As Gov. Otti, Other Top Members Suspended

  By St. Johnson Adegboyega  The Julius Abure led faction of the Labour Party has announced the suspension of six prominent and elected members, including the party’s only elected governor, Alex Otti of Abia State and two senators. Warring factions in the opposition Labour Party (LP) have returned to the trenches following this crisis. The trio of Abure, Nenadi Usman and Lamidi Apapa all claim… []

Reactions As Seyi Tinubu Was Spotted Arranging Seat For The President In Aso Rock

— Seyi Tinubu By St. Johnson Adegboyega There have been several reactions from social media users after Seyi Tinubu was spotted at the Presidential Villa in Abuja trying to arrange a chair for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This was contained in a viral video that was posted on the official X handle of Nigerian broadcaster, Rufai Oseni on Tuesday. The moment was captured after the… []