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Goodluck Jonathan reveals power struggle during Yar’Adua’s illness
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revealed the political intrigues and power struggles that marked his rise to the presidency following the illness of late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua in 2010. Speaking in an interview with the Rainbow Book Club, Jonathan disclosed that a key presidential aide deliberately withheld a letter from Yar’Adua meant for the National Assembly. The letter, as…
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Fubara reaffirms reconciliation with Wike, vows to prioritize Rivers’ progress
By Kunle Sanni – Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his commitment to peace in the state, declaring his readiness to make any necessary sacrifice to ensure lasting reconciliation — including mending ties with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, despite their political differences. Speaking at a meeting with stakeholders of the “Simplified Movement” on…
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APC governors rally for economic growth, security, party unity
Governors elected under the All Progressives Congress (APC) have called on the Federal Government to deepen the country’s economic recovery through expanded investments in key sectors. The call was made on Saturday after the conclusion of the forum’s regional meeting in Benin City, Edo State, which also formally welcomed Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, into the group. Chairman…
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PHOTO NEWS: Progressive Governors hold regional meeting, pay homage to Oba of Benin
Governors of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Saturday held their regional meeting in Benin City, Edo State, with Governor Monday Okpebholo serving as host. As part of their visit, the governors paid homage to the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, at his palace. The delegation was led by the…
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Reach out regularly to traditional rulers on information about their communities- Adebayo tells Tinubu
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adebayo Adewole, has advised President Bola Tinubu to regularly be in touch with traditional rulers for information about happening in their community. In a media chat with Journalists recently, Adebayo speaks on President Tinubu’s visit to Benue, role of traditional rulers in addressing insecurity, and what is expected of…
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PDP must reform or risk collapse, Saraki warns amid defections
Former Senate President and chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) reconciliation and convention committee, Bukola Saraki, has warned that more high-profile defections from the party may occur if internal crises remain unresolved. Speaking during an interview on Arise TV’s Prime Time on Friday, Saraki said the wave of defections is largely driven by the elite, stressing that the party’s…
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How Adebayo chose exile over serving Abacha — Adeyeye
Senator Adedayo Adeyeye, National Coordinator of SWAGA ’23 and Chairman of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), has paid tribute to the late elder statesman, Chief Cornelius Adebayo, highlighting his sacrifices for democracy, including detention for rejecting an appointment from the late military dictator, General Sani Abacha. Adeyeye revealed that Adebayo was detained for 18 days in Calabar without his family’s…
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Makinde backs youth inclusion in governance ahead of 2027
By Adejayan Gbenga – Ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde has declared his support for the Not-Too-Young-To-Rule initiative. Speaking at the 70th birthday and 50th ministry anniversary of Rev. (Dr.) Moses and Pastor (Mrs.) Funmilayo Aransiola, held on Friday at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, the governor emphasized the need to give…
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Dalori replaces Ganduje as acting APC National Chairman
A Deputy National Chairman (North) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ali Bukar Dalori, has replaced Abdullahi Ganduje as the acting National Chairman of the party. This followed the resignation of ex-Kano governor Ganduje as the party chairman on Friday. The Spokesman of the APC, in a statement issued on Friday said “His resignation, which is effective immediately, was offered to…
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Why we backed Gabam’s suspension- SDP State Chairmen
… demand investigation, NEC meeting The State chairmen of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) have backed the suspension of the party’s National Chairman, Shehu Musa Gabam, alongside two other top officials, saying the move was a necessary step to restore accountability, transparency and internal democracy in the party. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Friday, the Forum of SDP State…
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