A three-man elections petitions tribunal in Rivers state has nullified the election of Governor Nyesom Wike and ordered fresh elections to take place in 90 days. The team led by Justice Ambusa said the election conducted on April 11 2015 which brought Wike of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to power was substantially flawed as it was marred by violence.
Tinubu’s defence minister Badaru quits over deteriorating health, amid rising insecurity
By Obinna Uballa Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has tendered his resignation, bringing an abrupt end to his tenure amid concerns over his worsening health. The development was confirmed on Monday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who disclosed that President Bola Tinubu has accepted the resignation.…
December 1, 2025 • News


