FG incurs N418bn power subsidy
By Mather Godwin The Federal Government incurred a subsidy obligation of N418.79 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025, Q4’25 according to data from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC). The electricity market regulator in its Q4’25 Quarterly report, noted that total amount invoiced by the GenCos for energy delivered to each DisCo and the Differential […]
2027: ADC dares court, INEC, holds convention
Despite a court order and political moves to deny it use of a venue, the Senator David Mark-led African Democratic Congress, ADC, yesterday, held its National Convention in Abuja, where leaders drawn from all parts of the country ratified the party’s constitution …
Livestock minister to co-chair Vanguard Economic Discourse
In the run-up to the 2026 edition of the Vanguard Economic Discourse, the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, has been named co-chair of the event. The discourse is scheduled to hold on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, from 9 a.m. With the theme, “Food Security and Socio-economic […]
2027: Momodu backs Atiku-Obi ticket, says APC in ‘obvious panic’
Dele Momodu has expressed support for a potential joint presidential ticket between Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
APC’s personal INEC Chair? By Ochereome Nnanna
Every new helmsman at the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, deserves a window of time to demonstrate their worth before the gavel of public opinion falls. We have seen, throughout the convoluted arc of our national history, that the character of a Chief Electoral Umpire can become the pivot upon which our democracy turns. Character is […]
No to exclusion of opposition leaders
Nigeria’s democratic journey, hard-won after decades of military struggle, currently teeters on the edge of a precipice. The brewing crisis within the African Democratic Congress, ADC, is not merely an internal party squabble; it is a litmus test for the resilience of our constitutional order. When an interim leadership led by David Mark and Rauf […]
APC Delta Central elders back Emerhor as 2027 senatorial candidate
As primaries of the All Progressives Congress (APC) get closer, the influential Delta Central Elders and Leaders Consultative Council (DCELCC) has unanimously endorsed Olorogun O’tega Emerhor, OON, as the sole candidate for the Delta Central Senatorial seat. The group cited Emerhor’s sacrifice and contributions to the growth of APC since the formation of the party […]
LBS Director anchors 2026 Vanguards Economic Discourse
As arrangements for the 2026 edition of Vanguard Economic Discourse gets to final stage, Professor Franklin Ngwu has joined the league of high profile personalities leading discussions at the event.
Group rejects Abia’s fiscal ranking, cites Otti’s development strides
CADA also pointed to progress in electricity supply, describing the state as an exception amid widespread power challenges in the country.
Africa Day 2026: AU envoy raises alarm on water crisis
…unveils essay competition By Favour Ulebor, Abuja In a bid to address the growing challenge of water scarcity and poor sanitation across Africa, the Pan African AU Agenda 2063 Diplomatic Mission has unveiled activities for the 2026 Africa Day Celebration and Essay Competition. The announcement was made by the Global President of the Mission, Amb. […]
Dilemma of opposition parties
By SUNNY IKHIOYA In the past, we had in the opposition parties, radical leftists, socialists, welfarists, labour, and other liberals. Today, those who used to be in opposition are now in government. The question is: where are the core conservatives and establishment men and women who used to be in power? We will need them as […]
