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ADC Faction Denies Peter Obi’s Registration in Enugu, Cites Breach of Party Rules
A faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), led by its National Chairman, Nafiu Gombe, has disowned reports of the defection and registration of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, at the party’s Enugu zonal office. In a statement, the faction, which identified itself as the authentic national leadership of the ADC, said the […]
Shettima Expresses Optimism In 2026, Calls For Hope, Dedication
Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed optimism ahead of 2026, urging continued dedication in his New Year message. In his official New Year message, he described the past year as one of “purposeful action” carried out alongside President Bola Tinubu. While acknowledging ongoing challenges, Shettima said the seeds planted by the administration are beginning to […]
Tax Laws Row: National Assembly Opens Records for Public Review
The leadership of the 10th National Assembly has directed the Clerk to the National Assembly to produce the Votes and Proceedings of lawmakers in both chambers, alongside the gazetted versions of the recently passed Tax Acts. The directive follows a controversy triggered by claims of alleged alterations to the tax reform bills as passed by […]
Anthony Joshua Discharged from Hospital, Declared Clinically Fit
Internationally acclaimed former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has been discharged from the hospital after medical evaluations confirmed he is clinically fit to continue his recovery at home. In a joint statement, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy in Lagos State, Gbenga Omotoso, and the Special Adviser to Information and Strategy in Ogun State, Kayode […]
Tinubu Projects Economic Recovery, Lower Inflation in 2026 New Year Message
In President Bola Tinubu’s 2026 national New Year address, he projected a phase of robust economic growth for Nigeria, citing a downward trend in inflation, bolstered foreign reserves, and steady GDP expansion, attributing the positive outlook to increasing industrialisation and the successful implementation of his administration’s policy reforms. The President expressed that the administration’s fiscal, […]
Oyedele – No automatic bank deductions under new tax laws
The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has assured Nigerians that the new tax laws scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026, will not involve automatic deductions from personal bank accounts, as the reforms are based on self-declaration rather than direct debits. Oyedele gave the assurance while […]
Peter Obi, Supporters Dump Labour Party for ADC
The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, alongside his supporters, has defected to the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC). The defection, currently underway at Nike Lake Resort in Enugu, has attracted prominent political figures from across the South-East, highlighting the political significance of the move. Peter Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, has […]
Rivers Lawmakers Reject N100,000 Christmas Gift From Fubara
The feud between Siminalayi Fubara, governor of Rivers, and members of the state’s assembly has taken a new turn. In a statement issued by Enemi Alabo George, chairman of the house committee on information and petitions, the lawmakers said they received a credit alert of N100,000 each on Fubara’s instructions. The legislators, who are loyal […]
‘Stop calling me Davido’s wife’ – Sophia Momodu warns fans
Sophia Momodu, an entrepreneur and first baby mama of singer Davido, has warned fans against referring to her as wife of the music star. In a viral video, the mother of one revealed that despite breaking up with Davido, who is now married, many years ago, some fans still address her as the singer’s wife. […]
Rotimi Salami Breaks Silence After Allwell’s Death, Says “All is not well, don’t try to console me”
Nollywood actor, Rotimi Salami, has finally broken his silence after the death of his close associate and mentor, actress Allwell Ademola. In a viral post on Instagram, Rotimi Salami noted that all is not well, urging the public not to console him when they see him. “Please, when you see me, don’t try to console […]