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Tonye Cole Flags Danger for Fubara After Rivers APC Defection

January 10, 2026

Port Harcourt — Former All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Rivers State, Tonye Cole, has raised concerns about the political and legal standing of Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s recent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling APC, warning that Fubara may be “not safe” due to aligning with a faction that lacks […]

Enugu Politics: You Cannot Collapse What You Do Not Control

January 9, 2026

Claims of a “United APC” in Enugu State collapsed almost immediately on Friday, January 9th 2026 as party stakeholders dismissed reports of a reunification as misleading, legally unfounded and politically contrived. The stakeholders said the individual paraded as leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the widely circulated reports, Ugochukwu Agballah, neither controls nor leads […]

Atiku Has Been Contesting for Presidency Since NYSC Days, Says Datti Baba Ahmed

January 9, 2026

Senator Datti Baba Ahmed has stated that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has pursued the Nigerian presidency for decades, tracing his ambitions back to their time during mandatory national service. The comment, made in an interview on Friday, January 9, 2026, offers insight into Atiku’s longstanding presence in the country’s electoral dynamics. Ahmed said, “Atiku […]

Nigeria’s 141 Million Poor Highlight Policy Gaps, Obi Says as Political Focus Shifts to Power

January 9, 2026

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has underscored the scale of poverty in Nigeria, noting that an estimated 141 million Nigerians are living in poverty even as political discourse remains centred on leadership contests and power struggles. The comments, made in an interview on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, reflect growing concern among analysts and civil society […]

2027: If Obi Returns to Labour Party, I’ll Work for Him – Datti Baba Ahmed

January 8, 2026

Former Minister and political strategist, Datti Baba Ahmed, has pledged his support for Peter Obi should the former presidential candidate decide to return to the Labour Party ahead of the 2027 elections. The statement was made on Tuesday, January 7, 2026, during an interview with national media outlets, where Ahmed addressed the shifting dynamics of […]

Impeachment of Fubara a Mistake, Rivers Lawmakers List Alleged Offences

January 8, 2026

Rivers State lawmakers have described the impeachment move against Governor Siminal Fubara as a “mistake,” citing procedural lapses and questioning the legality of actions taken against the state’s chief executive. The lawmakers outlined a list of alleged offences that were cited in discussions leading up to the impeachment, arguing that the allegations lack sufficient evidence […]

I Won’t Support Otti in 2027, I’ll Work for My Party – Sen. Uzor Kalu

January 8, 2026

Senator Uzor Kalu has clarified his political stance ahead of the 2027 elections, stating unequivocally that he will not support Chijioke Otti, a prominent political figure in Abia State. The declaration was made on Tuesday, January 7, 2026, during an interactive session with party members and journalists in his Abuja office. “I want to make […]

I’m Still Ambitious to Represent Enugu North Senatorial District at the Senate – Ambassador Eze

January 8, 2026

Ambassador Eze has reiterated his political ambition to represent Enugu North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, emphasizing his readiness to continue serving his constituents. The statement was made on Monday, January 6, 2026, during an interaction with local political leaders and community stakeholders in Enugu State. “I remain committed and ambitious to represent Enugu […]

Government Contractor Mobilization Highlights Political Influence on Community Welfare

December 30, 2025

During the recent festive period, a government contractor reportedly encouraged community members to reject rice and cash gifts distributed by a sitting senator, raising concerns about political influence and civic autonomy. Investigations indicate that the contractor’s actions were framed as a community mobilization effort, yet local residents expressed that the initiative undermined impartiality and created […]

EFCC Arraigns Malami’s Son and Employee Over Alleged Money Laundering

December 30, 2025

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned the son of former Attorney General of the Federation Abubakar Malami, SAN, alongside an employee, in connection with alleged money laundering activities. The accused were formally charged in a federal court in Abuja, with prosecutors alleging that large sums of funds were diverted through corporate accounts […]