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By Abiola Olawale The Federal Government of Nigeria has condemned the attempted change of government in the neighbouring Republic of Benin, describing the military action as a direct "assault on democracy" and constitutional order in West Africa. The rebuke from the Nigerian government comes hours after a small group of soldiers, who described themselves as…
December 7, 2025
By Abiola Olawale The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to give a comprehensive account of the ₦55.9 billion allocated and spent for the recent general elections. The non-governmental body asserted that transparency regarding the deployment of these public funds is crucial for upholding the integrity…
December 7, 2025
By Obinna Uballa Benin Republic's government says loyalist forces have restored order after a small group of soldiers briefly seized state television on Sunday and announced they had overthrown President Patrice Talon. Foreign Minister Olushegun Adjadi Bakari told Reuters that the mutinous soldiers managed to take control of the broadcaster only and that the transmission…
December 7, 2025
By Abiola Olawale The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a call to the Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, to firmly commit to the emerging opposition coalition for the 2027 general elections. The ADC, which has been positioned as the potential platform for a united front, is stressing the need for all…
December 7, 2025
By Abiola Olawale Senator Ali Ndume, the lawmaker representing Borno South Senatorial district of Borno State has slammed President Bola Tinubu’s list of ambassadorial nominees, labeling the appointments as a clear breach of the Federal Character Principle enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution. Ndume, known for his frank political commentary, issued a statement on Saturday calling…
December 6, 2025
By Obinna Uballa Former Chief of Army Staff, retired Lt.-Gen. Faruk Yahaya, has strongly denied allegations linking him to individuals allegedly involved in terrorism financing, describing the claims as false, malicious and motivated by personal vendetta. The accusation - reportedly credited to retired Maj.-Gen. Danjuma Ali-Keffi and published by Sahara Reporters - alleged that Yahaya…
December 6, 2025
By Abiola Olawale Political tensions are escalating within the All Progressives Congress (APC) as former National Secretary, Senator Iyiola Omisore, criticised the party’s recent screening exercise, labeling it a "total joke." This comes after APC's screening committee disqualified six governorship aspirants under the party ahead of the Osun governorship primary election. Reacting, Omisore rejected the…
December 6, 2025
A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) jet has crashed near Karabonde in Niger State, triggering panic among residents of the surrounding communities. Eyewitnesses said the aircraft went down moments after it was sighted flying unusually low, but confirmed that the two pilots on board successfully ejected before the jet hit the ground. Both officers reportedly…
December 6, 2025
By Abiola Olawale A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the mass defection of its members in the Rivers State House of Assembly to the All Progressives Congress (APC), branding the move an “act of betrayal” and a “mockery of democracy.” The faction's leadership has now declared its intention to pursue immediate…
December 6, 2025
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By Abiola Olawale The Federal Government of Nigeria has condemned the attempted change of government in the neighbouring Republic of Benin, describing the military action as a direct "assault on democracy" and constitutional order in West Africa. The rebuke from the Nigerian government comes hours after a small group of soldiers, who described themselves as…
December 7, 2025
By Abiola Olawale The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to give a comprehensive account of the ₦55.9 billion allocated and spent for the recent general elections. The non-governmental body asserted that transparency regarding the deployment of these public funds is crucial for upholding the integrity…
December 7, 2025
By Obinna Uballa Benin Republic's government says loyalist forces have restored order after a small group of soldiers briefly seized state television on Sunday and announced they had overthrown President Patrice Talon. Foreign Minister Olushegun Adjadi Bakari told Reuters that the mutinous soldiers managed to take control of the broadcaster only and that the transmission…
December 7, 2025
By Abiola Olawale The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a call to the Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, to firmly commit to the emerging opposition coalition for the 2027 general elections. The ADC, which has been positioned as the potential platform for a united front, is stressing the need for all…
December 7, 2025
By Abiola Olawale Senator Ali Ndume, the lawmaker representing Borno South Senatorial district of Borno State has slammed President Bola Tinubu’s list of ambassadorial nominees, labeling the appointments as a clear breach of the Federal Character Principle enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution. Ndume, known for his frank political commentary, issued a statement on Saturday calling…
December 6, 2025
By Obinna Uballa Former Chief of Army Staff, retired Lt.-Gen. Faruk Yahaya, has strongly denied allegations linking him to individuals allegedly involved in terrorism financing, describing the claims as false, malicious and motivated by personal vendetta. The accusation - reportedly credited to retired Maj.-Gen. Danjuma Ali-Keffi and published by Sahara Reporters - alleged that Yahaya…
December 6, 2025
By Abiola Olawale Political tensions are escalating within the All Progressives Congress (APC) as former National Secretary, Senator Iyiola Omisore, criticised the party’s recent screening exercise, labeling it a "total joke." This comes after APC's screening committee disqualified six governorship aspirants under the party ahead of the Osun governorship primary election. Reacting, Omisore rejected the…
December 6, 2025
A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) jet has crashed near Karabonde in Niger State, triggering panic among residents of the surrounding communities. Eyewitnesses said the aircraft went down moments after it was sighted flying unusually low, but confirmed that the two pilots on board successfully ejected before the jet hit the ground. Both officers reportedly…
December 6, 2025
By Abiola Olawale A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the mass defection of its members in the Rivers State House of Assembly to the All Progressives Congress (APC), branding the move an “act of betrayal” and a “mockery of democracy.” The faction's leadership has now declared its intention to pursue immediate…
December 6, 2025
