Edith F. Atang, Author at Eagle Vision Media

Politics

2027 Battle Lines: APC May Scrap Consensus Plan in Flashpoint States

April 20, 2026

APC consensus plan for selecting candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections is under review, as the ruling All Progressives Congress considers abandoning the arrangement in several politically sensitive states due to rising internal disagreements and unresolved aspirant rivalries. The All Progressives Congress introduced the consensus approach as part of its strategy to reduce internal […]

Lagos Rep Fourth Term Bid Gains Support as Justice Forum Vice Chairman Backs Benson

April 18, 2026

Lagos rep fourth term ambition of Babajimi Benson has received support from a leader within the Justice Forum, as the group’s vice chairman backed his continued representation despite growing debate in Ikorodu Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 elections. The development follows increasing political tension within Ikorodu Federal Constituency of Lagos State, where discussions over […]

Tinubu Signs 2026 Budget, Approves ₦68.32tn Appropriation, Extends 2025 Spending

April 17, 2026

Tinubu signs 2026 budget into law, approving a total expenditure of ₦68.32 trillion while also extending the implementation period of the 2025 budget to June 30, 2026, in a move aimed at ensuring completion of ongoing projects and fiscal continuity. President Bola Tinubu assented to the 2026 Appropriation Bill following its passage by the National […]

Tinubu Says He Took Over From Himself as Buhari Was His Partner in Governance

April 17, 2026

Tinubu took over leadership from himself, President Bola Tinubu said, explaining that his administration is a continuation of previous governance arrangements in which former President Muhammadu Buhari served as a partner in national leadership decisions. The remarks were made during an engagement with members of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors at the State House in Abuja. […]

FCCPC Directive Halts Airtime Borrowing Services as Subscribers React to Suspension

April 17, 2026

FCCPC airtime borrowing services have been suspended following a regulatory directive that halted telecom operators’ credit advance platforms, leaving subscribers across Nigeria expressing frustration over the sudden disruption of a service widely used for emergency communication and short-term credit access. The suspension is linked to the implementation of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission’s […]

Amaechi: I Can Solve Nigeria Problems Ahead of 2027 Presidential Race

April 17, 2026

Nigeria Problems can be solved, according to former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, who said his experience in governance and infrastructure delivery positions him to address the country’s challenges ahead of the 2027 general elections. The remarks come as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 presidential election, with several prominent figures positioning themselves for […]

Tinubu Dares Opposition: ‘You Can’t Scare Me’ Ahead of 2027

April 17, 2026

Tinubu dares opposition as President Bola Tinubu declared that he cannot be intimidated by political rivals, including Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Nasir El-Rufai, amid growing political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. The statement comes as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 Nigerian general election, with opposition figures exploring coalition strategies to […]

NESG Calls for Tax Law Amendment as Group Urges Review of PIA, Electricity Act

April 16, 2026

NESG tax law amendment call has been issued as the Nigeria Economic Summit Group urged the National Assembly to urgently review the Nigeria Tax Act, Petroleum Industry Act, and Electricity Act to improve Nigeria’s business environment and investment climate. The call was contained in a policy brief presented in Abuja, focusing on priority legislative actions […]

FG Drops Terrorism Charges Against Malami, Son as Court Admits Amended Case

April 16, 2026

FG drops terrorism charges against Malami and son as the Federal Government withdrew the terrorism financing allegations against former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz, replacing them with amended charges related to illegal possession of arms. The case involving Abubakar Malami and his son originated from earlier charges filed by the […]

LP Backs Tinubu as Arabambi Claims Otti, Others Agreed on 2027 Support

April 16, 2026

LP backs Tinubu, according to Labour Party South-West Vice Chairman Abayomi Arabambi, who claimed that key figures within the party, including Abia State Governor Alex Otti, have agreed in principle to support President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Labour Party has faced internal disagreements since the 2023 general elections, with factions […]