PDP Convention May Not Hold If Crises Persist – Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has warned that the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) national convention scheduled for November in Ibadan, Oyo State, may be derailed if unresolved disputes within the party are not addressed. Speaking during his monthly media

by News Editor

September 2, 2025

Politics·News

2027 Presidency: Jonathan Constitutionally Eligible To Run – Cousin

A cousin of former President Goodluck Jonathan, Azibaola Robert has insisted that Jonathan remains constitutionally and legally qualified to contest the 2027 presidential election. His statement comes amid mounting calls from stakeholders who believe Jonathan is the only opposition figure capable of

by News Editor

September 2, 2025

Politics·Headlines

2027: Wike Warns Bauchi Gov Against Reintegrating Obi Into PDP

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has cautioned Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed against moves to bring former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, back into the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking during a media parley on Monday in Abuja,

by News Editor

September 2, 2025

Politics·Headlines·News

North-West Leads FEC Approvals With N5.97tn Projects Under Tinubu

The North-West geopolitical zone has emerged as the biggest beneficiary of Federal Executive Council (FEC) approvals under President Bola Tinubu, with projects valued at N5.97 trillion. This represents over 40 percent of the N10.92 trillion worth of projects approved so far, according

by News Editor

September 2, 2025

News·Politics

Okonkwo: PDP’s 2027 Zoning Move A ‘Deception’, Not Equity

Veteran actor and Labour Party chieftain, Kenneth Okonkwo, has criticised the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), accusing it of deceiving Nigerians with its declaration that the party’s 2027 presidential ticket has been zoned to the South. In a statement on Sunday, Okonkwo argued

by News Editor

September 2, 2025

Politics·Headlines·News

Patience Jonathan Urges Husband To Shun 2027 Presidential Race

Former First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, has advised her husband, ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, against contesting the 2027 presidential election. Speaking at a recent women’s programme, Mrs Jonathan said the demands of leading Nigeria are overwhelming and that no former leader should attempt

by News Editor

September 2, 2025

Economy·Headlines

Nigeria Must Triple GDP Growth To Meet $1 Trillion Target, Says Minister

The Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, John Owan Enoh, says Nigeria must raise its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate from the current 3 percent to at least 7–8 percent if it is to achieve President Bola Tinubu’s vision

by News Editor

September 2, 2025

Economy·Headlines

Naira Gains Momentum As Capital Inflows, Reserves Strengthen

Nigeria’s foreign exchange reforms are beginning to yield results, with rising capital inflows, stronger reserves, and improving investor sentiment boosting confidence in the naira’s long-term stability. Analysts note that the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) market-driven policies, backed by fiscal adjustments from

by News Editor

September 2, 2025

News

SERAP Demands Reversal Of New Passport Fees, Threatens Legal Action

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the Federal Government to immediately reverse the newly announced passport fees, describing the hike as arbitrary, unlawful, and discriminatory against poor Nigerians. The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) had revealed that, effective September 1,

by News Editor

September 1, 2025

Economy·News

Nigeria, Brazil Open Talks On Strengthening Financial Cooperation

Nigeria and Brazil have opened discussions aimed at deepening economic and financial cooperation, with a focus on payment systems, fintech, and mobile money growth. The talks, held in Brasília, brought together the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso,

by News Editor

September 1, 2025

Economy·Religion

Lamido Faults Buhari, Tinubu Over Nigeria’s Economic Woes

Former Jigawa State Governor and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sule Lamido, has blamed the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Nigeria’s worsening economic situation, accusing the ruling party of deepening poverty and hardship across the country. Speaking at an expanded

by News Editor

September 1, 2025

Politics

Keyamo Warns PDP Against Fielding Jonathan, Obi In 2027

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has cautioned that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) could face serious electoral setbacks in 2027 if it fields either former President Goodluck Jonathan or ex-Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, as its presidential candidate.

by News Editor

September 1, 2025

News Update

Marafa Dumps APC Over Injustice, Insecurity In Zamfara

Former Senator Kabiru Marafa has formally resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing injustice, neglect, and the worsening security crisis in Zamfara State as reasons for his decision. Marafa, who served as the Tinubu/Shettima 2023 Presidential Campaign Coordinator in Zamfara, confirmed

by News Editor

August 31, 2025

News Update·Headlines·News·Politics

Fubara, Rivers Assembly To Return September 18 To Work With New LG Officials – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and former Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, has disclosed that suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, along with the State House of Assembly, will be reinstated on September 18 to work with newly elected

by News Editor

August 31, 2025

Politics·Headlines

Wike Reclaims Political Stronghold In Rivers After Supreme Court Nullifies Fubara’s LG Polls

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and former Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, has regained political control in his home state after months of a bitter face-off with his successor, Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Wike reasserted his dominance on Saturday as

by News Editor

August 31, 2025

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PDP Convention May Not Hold If Crises Persist – Wike

2027 Presidency: Jonathan Constitutionally Eligible To Run – Cousin

2027: Wike Warns Bauchi Gov Against Reintegrating Obi Into PDP

North-West Leads FEC Approvals With N5.97tn Projects Under Tinubu

Okonkwo: PDP’s 2027 Zoning Move A ‘Deception’, Not Equity

Patience Jonathan Urges Husband To Shun 2027 Presidential Race

Nigeria Must Triple GDP Growth To Meet $1 Trillion Target, Says Minister

Naira Gains Momentum As Capital Inflows, Reserves Strengthen

SERAP Demands Reversal Of New Passport Fees, Threatens Legal Action

Nigeria, Brazil Open Talks On Strengthening Financial Cooperation

Lamido Faults Buhari, Tinubu Over Nigeria’s Economic Woes

Keyamo Warns PDP Against Fielding Jonathan, Obi In 2027

Marafa Dumps APC Over Injustice, Insecurity In Zamfara

Fubara, Rivers Assembly To Return September 18 To Work With New LG Officials – Wike

Wike Reclaims Political Stronghold In Rivers After Supreme Court Nullifies Fubara’s LG Polls

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