Amuzu Secures: PDP House of Representatives ticket, promises effective representation
The frontline aspirant for the House of Representatives seat in Abeokuta South Federal Constituency, Chief Toyin Amuzu, has officially obtained the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) nomination and expression of interest forms ahead of the forthcoming general election. Amuzu, while speaking with journalists shortly after completing the process, pledged to provide purposeful and people-oriented representation if […]
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Taraba: How I’m handling LG autonomy — Kefas
Governor Kefas Agbu of Taraba State, has explained his approach to implementing local government autonomy, saying the local council has been granted financial autonomy but is being supervised.
Court hears suit seeking to stop Jonathan’s 2027 bid today
A Federal High Court in Abuja will today hear a suit seeking to stop former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election, amid renewed debate over constitutional term limits and growing speculation about his possible political return.
Senate makes U-turn, rescinds controversial rule barring first-term senators
Senate possesses the inherent parliamentary authority to revisit, rescind, and recommit any matter previously decided upon
ADC raises alarm over alleged plot to remove judge from Nafiu Bala case
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, yestersday alleged that there were attempts to pressure Justice Emeka Nwite of a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, to step aside from the Nafiu Gombe case
Xenophobia: FG moves to evacuate Nigerians from S’Africa
The Federal Government has commenced arrangements to evacuate Nigerians willing to return home from South Africa following renewed anti-foreigner protests and rising tensions in parts of that country.
Farmers accuse banks of diverting agric funds to real estate
By Cynthia AloA former Chairman of the Agriculture and Non-Oil Group of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Prince Wale Oyekoya, opened a can of worms on the financial institution in Nigeria, Thursday, when he accused them of diverting funds meant for agricultural development into the real estate sector. Oyekoya, who is also the […]
Updated: Confusion as PGF DG denies removal of Uzodimma chairman
The Director-General of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF), Folorunsho Aluko, has dismissed reports alleging the removal of Hope Uzodimma as chairman of the forum.
Enugu PDP backs Turaki’s return
Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Enugu State, Barr. Steve Oruruo, has congratulated Kabiru Turaki on his re-emergence as National Chairman of the party, describing it as a turning point for the PDP, following recent internal crises.
2027: Jonathan weighs presidential comeback
Former President Goodluck Jonathan, yesterday, fuelled fresh speculation about a possible return to presidential politics after telling a large crowd of supporters in Abuja that he would ‘consult widely’ over mounting calls for him to contest the 2027 presidential election.
FirstHoldCo Profit Rockets 72.2% in Q1
FirstHoldCo Plc delivered a masterclass performance in its first-quarter 2026 financials, recording a 100 year-on-year profit before tax (PBT) growth. Profit before tax (PBT) jumped to -321.12 billion from -186.48 billion in the corresponding period of 2025, supported by steady interest-earning capacity and robust fee income generation. The first quarter of 2026 marked a definitive […]
