Tag: politics
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Governors’ defections part of conspiracy for One-Party State – ADC
●Says 2027 will be the People vs APC The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said that the recent defections of some state governors to the ruling party have vindicated the position of the opposition coalition that the APC’s plan has been to turn Nigeria into a one-party state. In a statement signed by the ADC’s…
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ADC warns against moving 2027 Elections to November 2026 , says amendment may truncate governance
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has cautioned the National Assembly against its proposed amendments that may move the 2027 general elections to November 2026, warning that it could undermine governance in the country. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party argued that advancing the election date would push…
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Enugu governor, Mbah finally defects to APC
Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has finally announced his defection from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress after months of speculation. The governor made this known at a press conference on Tuesday in Enugu saying that the aspirations of his administration align with those of the Bola Tinubu administration. He…
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Tinubu’s mass pardon for drug traffickers a national disgrace, encourages crime – ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s recent decision to grant presidential pardons to dozens of convicted drug traffickers and smugglers. In a strongly worded statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party described the action as “pathetic and a national disgrace,” warning that the move undermines Nigeria’s…
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Girl Child Day: Sabina Okere calls for more support for Women’s Sports in Nigeria
The Executive Director of Sports Development and Operations at the Edo State Sports Commission (ESSC), Mrs. Sabina Chikere, has called for increased support and investment in women’s sports to enable girls in Nigeria to thrive and bring more glory to the nation. Chikere made this appeal on Saturday as a part of activities marking the…
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Jonathan to meet Tinubu over Nnamdi Kanu’s detention — Sowore
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, said former President Goodluck Jonathan has agreed to engage President Bola Tinubu on the continued detention of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu. Sowore disclosed this on Friday via his X handle after meeting with Jonathan in Abuja. According to him, their…
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My mission in FIFA Committee – Gusau
President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, says he is focused on making meaningful contributions to the FIFA Men’s Club Competitions Committee, to which he was appointed this week by the world football-governing body, FIFA. “It is a recognition and honour that I do not take for granted, and it is important to…
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Lagos SWAN inaugurates SWANECO to conduct elections, congress condemns intimidation of members
The Lagos State Chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has inaugurated a new electoral committee (SWANECO) tasked with organizing free and fair elections. At the extra-ordinary congress presided over by Aaron Akerejola, interim chairman appointed by the National SWAN, members nominated and approved the appointment of Patrick Omorodion of Vanguard Newspaper…
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ABU loses 2,000 staff in five years to better opportunities – VC
As Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, marks its 63rd anniversary, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Adamu Ahmed says the institution faces a steady loss of skilled staff to better opportunities both locally and globally. The vice-chancellor disclosed this at a press conference as part of activities to celebrate the 63rd anniversary of the institution in Zaria. He…
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My book on Boko Haram is for soul-searching – Irabor
A former Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor (retd.), has stated that his new book on Nigeria’s battle with Boko Haram should not be viewed as an indictment of anyone, but rather as a call for national reflection. Irabor spoke on Friday at the public presentation of his book, Scars: Nigeria’s Journey and the…
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