Edith F. Atang, Author at Eagle Vision Media

Atiku’s Son Resigns as Adamawa Commissioner

March 3, 2026

Adamu Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has resigned from his position as Commissioner for Works and Energy Development in Adamawa State, a resignation letter seen by Vanguard shows. Adamu Atiku served in the Adamawa State executive council as Commissioner for Works and Energy Development. Commissioners are appointed by state governors to […]

Wike Says Election Is Process, Not One-Day Event, Responds to Ireti Kingibe

March 2, 2026

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, said on Monday that an election is a process that extends beyond voting day, in remarks addressed to Senator Ireti Kingibe following her criticism of conduct surrounding the recent Area Council elections in Abuja. The comments came after the February 21 area council elections in the […]

Wike Says Senator Ireti Kingibe Will Not Return to Senate in 2027

March 2, 2026

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, said on Monday in Abuja that Senator Ireti Kingibe will not return to the Senate in the 2027 general elections, the minister said during a media briefing in the nation’s capital. Senator Ireti Kingibe represents the Federal Capital Territory in the Senate. She was elected in 2023 […]

APC Chieftain Condemns Otti Over Verbal Assault on Journalist

March 1, 2026

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the verbal assault of a journalist by Peter Otti, the presidential aspirant of the Labour Party, during a recent press interaction, calling on all political actors to respect the rights of the press. The incident occurred during a press briefing in Abuja where journalists were […]

Tinubu Orders Major Petroleum Industry Act Overhaul After Oil Revenue Reset

March 1, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has begun preparations for a comprehensive review of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) after issuing an executive order mandating direct remittance of all oil and gas revenues into the Federation Account, Presidency sources said. The PIA was enacted in 2021 to modernise Nigeria’s petroleum sector, improve governance and attract investment. It […]

ADC Leadership in South-South Contradicts Reports of Amaechi Endorsement for 2027

March 1, 2026

The South-South leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has denied reports that it formally endorsed former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi as a consensus presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections, the party said in a statement on Saturday. Reports had circulated that regional ADC leaders in the South-South geopolitical zone agreed to back […]

Traditional Leaders Say Bribery, Politics Are Disrupting Yoruba Kingship Selection

February 28, 2026

Traditional practitioners and cultural stakeholders in Yorubaland have expressed concern that bribery, political influence and weakening respect for the Ifa Oracle are contributing to disputes and legal challenges in the selection and installation of Yoruba kings, according to comments reported by traditional affairs observers on Saturday. Yoruba traditional systems historically involve kingmakers consulting the Ifa […]

FCT Area Council Elections Reveal Faultlines That May Affect 2027 Polls

February 28, 2026

Observers, political actors and civil society groups have highlighted challenges in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections, including delays, disruptions and low turnout. As potential early warning signals for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, sources say. The FCT Area Council elections on Saturday in Abaji, AMAC, Bwari, Gwagwalada, Kuje and Kwali were followed by bye‑elections in […]

Sources Say Tinubu Removed Ex‑IG Egbetokun After Disagreements on VIP Withdrawal, State Police Position

February 28, 2026

Sources familiar with the matter have said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu removed the former Inspector‑General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, from office following disagreements over implementation of a presidential directive on police duties and the former IGP’s stance on state policing, The PUNCH reports. Egbetokun was appointed Nigeria’s Inspector‑General of Police on June 19, 2023, and, […]

PDP Slams Fintiri, Labels Defection to APC ‘Act of Cowardice’

February 27, 2026

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticised Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri’s defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing his exit from the party as an act it said reflects “unrestrained cowardice” rather than political principle. The party’s National Working Committee, led by Mr. Tanimu Turaki (SAN), issued the statement on Friday. […]