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Southern Nigeria should retain power till 2031- Musawa
The Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, believes that the presidency should remain with southern Nigeria for the next term to ensure equity and balance. Musawa while speaking on Friday during an interview on Channnels TV’s Sunrise Daily, said “So, it is understandable that after eight years of President Buhari, who is from the North, power needed…
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South West PDP sets sights on elections, dismisses coalition talks
By Adejayan Gbenga – The South West caucus of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has reaffirmed its commitment to winning the forthcoming bye-elections in Oyo and Ogun States, as well as the local government elections in Lagos State. The party expressed confidence in securing widespread victories across the region. This declaration was made on Friday, July 11, 2025, during a…
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Presidency clarifies Shettima’s remarks, denies link to Fubara suspension
By Kunle Sanni – The Presidency has dismissed claims linking Vice President Kashim Shettima’s recent comments to the suspension of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, clarifying that the remarks were purely in reference to the professional conduct of former Attorney General of the Federation, Mohammed Bello Adoke (SAN). In a statement issued by the Office of the Vice President, the…
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Coalition will unseat APC, rescue Nigeria – Former ADC secretary
By Boye Oyeyemi – A former State Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Oluwatosin Israel Ayeni, says the emerging political coalition in Nigeria is poised to unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and end years of hardship caused by poor governance. Speaking in an interview with Western Post, Ayeni described the coalition as more than a political alliance,…
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No attempt to marginalize anyone’s role in 2015 presidential election – Garba Shehu
Garba Shehu, the former Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to Muhammadu Buhari, has defended the integrity of his book launch and called out what he described as sensationalism by some sections of the media. Speaking on TVC’s Beyond The Headlines with Nifemi Oguntoye on Thursday evening, Garba Shehu, said no attempt was made to marginalize anyone’s role in…
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Adeleke’s rumoured defection to APC sparks reactions in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – In the past 24 hours, political speculation has swept through Osun State over alleged plans by Governor Ademola Adeleke to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Although no official confirmation has been issued by either Governor Adeleke or the APC leadership, the rumour has sparked heated debate and…
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2027: Bode George asks Atiku, Mark, Tambuwal to return to PDP
…says party mentored them A Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has called on those who have abandoned the party to retrace their steps and return to the fold before it is too late, expressing disappointment in party members who joined the coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Referencing former vice president,…
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Atiku-Obi alliance no match for Tinubu in 2027 — Presidency
By Kunle Sanni – The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has downplayed the chances of a potential joint presidential ticket between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party’s 2023 candidate, Peter Obi, stating it poses no threat to President Bola Tinubu’s bid for re-election in 2027. Speaking on Thursday during an appearance on…
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President Tinubu congratulates Okpebholo on Supreme Court victory, urges focus on development
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State on his victory at the Supreme Court, urging him to use the legal triumph as a catalyst to fast-track development in the state. The President’s message was conveyed in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by his spokesperson, Mr. Bayo Onanuga. Tinubu described the…
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SGF Akume denies interest in APC national chairmanship race
By Kunle Sanni – Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has denied claims that he is vying for the position of National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), stating that he remains fully committed to his current role in President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by his Special…
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