Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race gained another contender as the National Democratic Party (NDP) officially unveiled Ada Fredrick as its presidential candidate, positioning her as a fresh voice for youth empowerment, women’s inclusion, and grassroots-driven governance. The party says Fredrick, founder of the Ward2Ward movement and a key force behind the […]
A fresh political showdown has erupted between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and activist-turned-politician Aisha Yesufu following her failed bid for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) FCT senatorial ticket. Speaking at a political event in Rivers State, Wike mocked Yesufu, arguing that social media influence does not automatically translate into electoral […]
Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race is rapidly taking shape as major political parties unveil their candidates, setting the stage for one of the most competitive elections in recent history. The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) officially presented Peter Obi as its presidential candidate, with former Kano State Governor Musa Kwankwaso named as […]
The Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) has proposed a new national minimum wage of ₦100,000 , acknowledging the need to improve workers’ welfare amid rising living costs. The announcement: NGF Chairman and Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq made the position known on Friday, stating that governors are actively engaging with the federal government […]
Former Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege, has officially resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), deepening the growing political realignments ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections. In a statement released through his media aide, Omo-Agege said his decision followed extensive consultations with supporters and political associates, as well as recent developments […]
Aichatou El-Rufai, wife of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has issued a ₦2 billion defamation claim against the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over statements she says damaged her reputation. Through her lawyers, Mrs El-Rufai accused the anti-corruption agency of publishing “false and misleading” claims […]
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has officially withdrawn from the APC governorship primary election, citing peace, unity, and stability as reasons behind his decision. In a statement released Wednesday, Fubara said his choice followed “deep reflection and extensive consultations,” adding that he would fully support whoever emerges as the party’s […]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has named former governors Liyel Imoke and Abdulfatah Ahmed to head key committees ahead of its 2027 presidential primaries. Imoke will chair the Presidential Screening Committee, while Abdulfatah Ahmed leads the Presidential Election Committee as the party intensifies preparations for the next general election. According […]
Obi vs Tinubu Aide: The Diplomacy War Over Who Brings Home the Bacon Peter Obi fired the first shot. The presidential hopeful took to X to contrast Donald Trump’s China visit—where a delegation of tech titans like Elon Musk, Tim Cook, and Jensen Huang reportedly locked in 200 Boeing orders […]
Global ratings agency S&P Global Ratings has lifted Nigeria’s long-term credit rating to ‘B’ from ‘B-‘, citing tangible gains from President Bola Tinubu’s structural reforms and a dramatically improved economic trajectory. The Upgrade Drivers S&P pointed to three years of sustained reforms, particularly the 2023 foreign exchange market liberalization that […]
