PDP crisis deepens as Wike-backed BoT counters Wabara, backs Mohammed–Anyanwu NWC
The crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has deepened as a faction of the Board of Trustees (BoT) invoked Thursday's ruling of the Supreme Court to back the Mohammed–Anyanwu National Working Committee (NWC) as the party’s legitimate leadership.
Nasarawa 2027: I’ve more tangible projects than any aspirant, says Prof. Haruna
A governorship aspirant in Nasarawa State, Professor Mohammad Sani Haruna, has declared that no contender in the 2027 governorship race can match his record of projects and contributions to human capital development across the state. Haruna made the assertion while addressing journalists after submitting his governorship nomination and expression of interest forms in Abuja on […]
FCT court dismisses suit against Parallex Bank
A Federal Capital Territory High Court has dismissed the suit filed by, FHT Mega Express Limited, the logistics firm, against Parallex Bank Limited over a N4.5 billion debt. The logistics firm had claimed N7.1billion against the Bank. In the suit, the Court upheld Parallex Bank’s preliminary objection that the case amounted to a gross abuse of […]
2027: Why Tinubu will secure 70% of Kaduna votes — Gov Sani
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has expressed confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will secure at least 70 percent of the votes in the state during the 2027 general elections.
Jerry Eze Foundation distributes N1bn business grants to 240 Nigerian entrepreneurs
The Jerry Eze Foundation, the charitable arm of Pastor Jerry Eze, has disbursed grants totaling N1.0 billion to 240 small and micro business owners, each receiving about $3,000 to scale, transform or start a new business. In the lead-up to the event, the global consulting firm KPMG was engaged to independently manage the beneficiary selection process. […]
LCCI tasks FG on weak budget execution, delays in fund releases
By Yinka Kolawole The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has called for improved fiscal management even as it warned that weak budget execution and delay in release of funds remain critical challenges to the economy. President of LCCI, Engr. Leye Kupoluyi, who made the call yesterday, in Lagos, during a quarterly media conference on […]
Nigeria’s petrol marketers take advantage of momentary rise in oil prices
Nigerians may be facing fresh round of fuel pump price increases as global crude oil prices record momentary uptick on the back of escalation in US-Iran war. Yesterday, global crude oil prices jumped to a four-year high of $126.41 per barrel from $115 per barrel the previous day, the highest level since March 9, 2022, on concerns […]
2027: Defections, intrigues deepen battle for Edo tickets
AS the 2027 general elections draw closer, political activities in Edo State are gathering momentum, with parties and aspirants intensifying moves to secure party tickets and consolidate their bases.
Dele Momodu dismisses Atiku running mate speculation
Media entrepreneur and publisher, Dele Momodu, has rejected rumours linking him with a possible vice-presidential ticket alongside former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, insisting he has no plans to seek elective office again.
Tinubu mandates Gbajabiamila, Masari to supervise APC NASS primaries
President Bola Tinubu has mandated his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila and Special Adviser on Political Matters, Ibrahim Masari, to provide presidential supervision over the All Progressives Congress, APC, primary elections for Senate and House of Representatives seat…
Tinubu should focus on northern, south east voters – Arewa leader
Alhaji Musa Saidu has dismissed as undemocratic the alleged directive that governors of states controlled by the All Progressives Congress, APC, should decide those to fly the party’s flag for various elective offices in their states, adding that president Bola Tinubu should focus on winning the minds of voters.
