The battle for the soul of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a dramatic turn, evolving into a high-stakes standoff between legal dominance and tactical reconciliation. On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, the faction loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike declared itself the sole legal gatekeeper for the party’s 2027 […]
Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser on Policy Communication to Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has alleged that Al Jazeera edited his recent interview in a way that removed key context and highlighted selective remarks. The interview, anchored by journalist Mehdi Hasan, reportedly lasted about 1 hour and 20 minutes when recorded on February […]
Seyi Makinde, Governor of Oyo State, says members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) remain confident despite the party now having only two governors following a wave of defections to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The latest exit came after Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State announced his move to the […]
In a major intelligence-driven crackdown, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has dismantled a sprawling criminal network operating across Kano and Edo States, arresting 16 suspects linked to a range of illegal activities. The operation, executed by the Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad (CG-SIS) in collaboration with the […]
North-West governor cites “prolonged internal crisis” as ruling party consolidates grip with 31 governors The exodus is becoming a flood. Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has abandoned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC), becoming the second governor to defect in 48 hours and handing the […]
Nigeria’s main opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party, is facing renewed internal turmoil after a Court of Appeal ruling intensified leadership disputes and triggered fresh political realignments. Following the judgment delivered by a panel led by Mohammed Ambi-Usi Danjuma, the party announced plans to challenge the decision at the Supreme […]
Nigeria is facing a fresh energy crisis as petrol pump prices surged past ₦1,100 per litre this week, triggered by a suspension of loading at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and a volatile spike in global crude oil prices driven by the escalating Middle East conflict. Dangote Refinery Halts Loading Amid Price Adjustments As of March […]
Fuel Scarcity 2026: Why Petrol Prices Hit ₦1,100 Amid Dangote Halt Fuel Scarcity 2026: Why Petrol Prices are Hitting ₦1,100 Amid Dangote Loading Halt and Middle East Crisis LAGOS, Nigeria — Nigeria is facing a fresh energy crisis as petrol pump prices surged past ₦1,100 per litre this week, triggered […]
Veteran officer DCP Anthony Okon Placid takes over as Force PRO as digital strategist CSP Ali Giwa heads new New Media Office Nigeria’s police leadership is undergoing a strategic overhaul. Inspector-General Olatunji Rilwan Disu has approved sweeping changes to the Force’s communication architecture, appointing seasoned administrator DCP Anthony Okon Placid […]
Reza Pahlavi accepts leadership mantle amid airport strikes, presidential defiance, and Hormuz tensions The Islamic Republic faces its most existential crisis in decades. As explosions rock Tehran’s Mehrabad International Airport and rumors swirl about the fate of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, a surprising figure has emerged from decades of exile […]
