Makinde disclosed this in his bi-monthly newsletter, saying the recent defections of some Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors to the All Progressives Congress (APC) have dominated national discussions. He said Nigerians should focus on when economic hardship “defects” out of their lives, as only then will prosperity return. “I am sure many of you have […]
In a statement issued on its official X account this week, the party said Nigerian politics has “for too long revolved around personalities rather than principles, and power has been used for patronage rather than progress. The ADC said its vision “begins with one simple but radical idea: government must serve citizens, not politicians.” “That […]
The Red Chamber confirmed Amupitan after a voice vote conducted by Senate President Godswill Akpabio and after undergoing screening and answering questions posed by the lawmakers. Amupitan had earlier arrived at the National Assembly complex earlier, exchanged pleasantries with Senators. Read Also: National Council Of State approves Appointment Of Amupitan as INEC Chair He was […]
The development has, however, ignited fears of a one-party state, with opposition leaders condemning the mass movement to the ruling party. Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar and the 2023 Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, dismissed the defections as acts of desperation by politicians seeking personal survival. They declared that the “battle line is drawn,” […]
Alabrah announced that the governor resigned from the PDP with the Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Abraham Ingobere, along with all the PDP members in the state legislature. Diri’s resignation from the PDP brings to an end months of speculation over his alleged move to the All Progressives Congress, but Alabrah […]
CHARTING A NEW COURSE: TRANSITION FROM PDP TO APC I want to begin by expressing a deep gratitude to God and Ndi Enugu… For we are indeed at a moment of reflection, gratitude and renewal. Today, I stand before you, to announce a break from the past, and to share a decision that will shape […]
The change is part of proposed amendments to the 2022 Electoral Act. It aims to move the elections forward by six months to ensure all election-related court cases are resolved before the May 29 handover date. The amendment mandates that presidential and governorship elections must occur no later than 185 days before the end of […]
The ADC governorship candidate from Nnewi, Anambra south senatorial district stated this at the high court in Awka, the capital of Anambra. Nwosu, who is from the same zone as Chukwuma Soludo, the incumbent governor who is seeking re-election, promised to serve only one term to complete the tenure of the southern zone. “I am […]
Lawal, who lost the by-election to APC’s Kamilu Sa’idu, announced his defection on Saturday during a political consultation meeting for Zamfara Central. The event was organised by an APC support group, the Yazeed Project, in Gusau, the state capital. Speaking on his decision, Lawal cited neglect by the PDP following the election, despite what he […]
According to a statement issued by his media aide, Eseme Eyiboh, titled “The Trials and Triumphs of a Resilient Nigeria’s 10th Senate,” Akpabio said the Senate’s insistence on enforcing its rules is not an attempt to silence dissent but a necessary measure to uphold order and protect democratic institutions. “The Senate cannot and will not […]