Tag: Politics
CPPE: Nigeria’s Economy on Gradual Recovery Path — but Structural Gaps Persist
Lagos, Nigeria ,Thursday, May 28, 2026 The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has stated that Nigeria’s economy is showing signs of a gradual recovery, while warning that deep-rooted structural weaknesses in key sectors could undermine long-term stability if not urgently addressed.The economic think tank made this known in its policy brief analyzing…
Ekiti ADC Kicks as Court Remands House of Assembly Candidate Over Alleged Rape
Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria,Thursday, May 28, 2026 A Magistrate Court in Ado Ekiti, the capital of Ekiti State, has ordered the remand of Ayodele Babatola, the African Democratic Congress (African Democratic Congress (ADC)) candidate for Ado Constituency 1 in the Ekiti State House of Assembly, over allegations of rape. Babatola was reportedly arrested and…
2027 Politics Must Be Driven By Maturity, Tolerance – VP Shettima
ABUJA, NIGERIA – MAY 28, 2026 Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on political actors across the country to embrace maturity, tolerance, and issue-based engagements ahead of the 2027 general elections, stressing that national unity and stability must remain paramount. The Vice President stated that politics should not be allowed to divide Nigerians along ethnic,…
At Sallah Mini Durbar: Emir of Gombe Hails Inuwa Yahaya Over LCDAs, Seven Years of Transformational Leadership
Gombe, Gombe State – May 28, 2026 Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, on Thursday led top government officials, political leaders and other dignitaries to the Emir’s Palace to witness the colourful traditional mini Sallah Durbar, popularly known as Jafi, as part of activities marking the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration. A statement issued by…
Gov Diri Felicitates Muslims on Eid-el-Kabir
Yenagoa, Bayelsa State – May 28, 2026 Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has extended warm greetings to the Muslim Ummah in the state and across Nigeria on the occasion of the Eid al-Adha celebration, also known as Eid-el-Kabir. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, Governor Diri described the festival…
PRESIDENT TINUBU GREETS ELDER STATESMAN, ALHAJI ASHAFA EROGBOGBO, ON HIS CENTENARY BIRTHDAY
ABUJA, NIGERIA – MAY 28, 2026 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated elder statesman and renowned community leader, Alhaji Ashafa Erogbogbo, on the occasion of his 100th birthday anniversary. In a congratulatory message, President Tinubu described the centenarian as a symbol of wisdom, integrity, and enduring service to humanity, noting that Alhaji Erogbogbo’s remarkable life…
FEDERAL HIGH COURT REGISTRIES OPEN DURING HOLIDAYS, WEEKENDS FOR FILING OF PRE-ELECTION MATTERS
Abuja, Nigeria – May 28, 2026 The registries of the Federal High Court across all divisions nationwide will remain open during public holidays and weekends for the filing of pre-election matters. The Chief Registrar of the court, Yahaya Yakubu Shafa, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja, saying the measure was introduced to assist…
EID EL–KABIR: NSCDC BENUE STATE COMMAND DEPLOYS 1,760 PERSONNEL
Makurdi, Benue State – May 28, 2026 The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Benue State Command, says it has deployed 1,760 personnel across the state to ensure public order and safety during the Eid El-Kabir celebrations. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Ejelikwu Anebi, said the proactive move was aimed at protecting lives, Critical…
EFCC Arraigns Fake EFCC Staff in Abuja
ABUJA, NIGERIA – May 28, 2026 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday arraigned one Salifu Olije Mustapha before Justice A.I. Akobi of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Kubwa, Abuja, for allegedly parading himself as an officer of the Commission. Mustapha was arraigned on a four-count charge bordering on impersonation and misrepresentation….
AAC Adopts Sowore as Consensus Presidential Candidate
Abuja, Nigeria — May 27, 2026 The African Action Congress (AAC) has officially adopted Omoyele Sowore as its consensus presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections.Speaking during the party’s 2027 presidential primary held in Abuja, the chairman of the committee overseeing the exercise, Kayode Babayemi, said the decision reflected the confidence and trust the party…