The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has disowned a faction of the Obi-Kwankwaso (OK) Movement led by John Oghulu, saying the group is not recognised by the party. NDC Director of New Media and Strategic Communications, Theo Abu Agada, made the clarification while reacting to a statement attributed to Oghulu. Oghulu had maintained that his faction
Bashir Ahmad, former media aide to the ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has described the Northwest as a crucial region in the 2027 presidential election, citing its large voting population. Ahmad made the remark in a post on his official X account while analysing the political outlook ahead of the election. According to him, the Northwest has
Rangers defender Emmanuel Fernandez has named former Super Eagles captains William Troost-Ekong and Joseph Yobo, alongside ex-Nigeria star Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha, as his three Nigerian football role models. Fernandez made the revelation ahead of Nigeria’s 2026 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixtures against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. The defender said he grew up admiring the trio,
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the extension of his working vacation in Europe, arguing that he should be in Nigeria addressing the security and economic difficulties confronting citizens. The opposition party also questioned the President’s decision not to attend the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New
National Chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has questioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to extend his working vacation in Europe, saying the development raises concerns about the way the country is being governed. Baba-Ahmed made the remarks following the Presidency’s announcement that Tinubu had extended his stay abroad by a few
Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, has directed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to explain why the Port Harcourt, Warri and Kaduna refineries are not currently producing petroleum products. He made this disclosure on Tuesday in an interview with Channels Television. Lokpobiri made the demand amid renewed concerns over rising
The Anambra State Government has challenged former governor Peter Obi to withdraw from 2027 presidential race, accusing him of breaking key campaign promises on debt and timely payment of workers’ salaries. In a statement posted on its official X account on Tuesday, the state’s New Media Office asked, “When will Peter Obi quit presidential campaign?”
The Amalgamated Civil Society Groups of Nigeria (ACSN) has commended the leadership of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), particularly its Commandant General, Prof. Ahmed Audi, for its response to the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in the Corps’ custody in Niger State. The group, however, called for a thorough, transparent and
The Benue State Government has announced plans to expand the use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as part of efforts to reduce energy costs and stimulate economic growth in the state. Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia said the state was exploring opportunities in the CNG sector to provide more affordable energy options for residents, businesses
Troops of the 17 Brigade, working with the Nigeria Police, have rescued seven kidnapped victims along the Dayi–Malumfashi road in Katsina State. The victims were rescued during a security operation on Monday night, September 21, 2026, after troops and police intercepted a vehicle conveying them along the route. The rescued persons included six female students