The immediate-past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai has defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), citing irreconcilable differences with the ruling party’s leadership. In a resignation letter submitted to his ward in Kaduna State on Monday, El-Rufai expressed disappointment with the APC’s trajectory in recent years. “I have…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka Popular Onitsha-based cleric, Prophet Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere, widely known as Odumeje, has stirred up fresh excitement in the political space with his recent declaration of interest in contesting for Nigeria’s presidency in 2027. The controversial pastor, who leads the Mountain of Holy Ghost Intervention and Deliverance Ministry, made the announcement during a…
As November 8, 2025 governorship election draws closer, Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra state has reportedly approved five hundred million naira for propaganda and coordinated media attack against his attackers and the opposition elements. Top targets, according to the information, are the Spiritual Director of the Holy Ghost Adoration Ministry, Uke, Anambra state, Rev. Fr….
The family of late Sani Abacha has rejected claims made by Ibrahim Babangida, the former military head of state, regarding the annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election. In his memoir, ‘A Journey in Service’, Babangida claimed Abacha, his then-chief of defence staff, led the forces behind the decision. But in a statement issued…
Nigerian farmer Sunday Jackson has been sentenced to death by hanging for killing a Fulani herdsman in self-defense. The incident, which occurred on February 11, 2021, in Adamawa State, involved a violent altercation between Jackson and the herdsman, who allegedly attacked him with a machete. Despite Jackson’s claim that he acted purely in self-defense, the…
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, revealed that the state decided to withdraw from the World Bank loan agreement because it was “not a good deal” for the people. Soludo shared this information on Sunday during a tour of the ongoing Government House project in Awka North Local Government Area, which was attended by…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a stern warning to key political figures overseeing the newly created South East Development Commission (SEDC), cautioning against the mismanagement or embezzlement of the N250 billion allocated for regional development. The statement, released by Comrade Emma Powerful, IPOB’s Media and Publicity Secretary, calls for full accountability…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a stern warning to key political figures overseeing the newly created South East Development Commission (SEDC), cautioning against the mismanagement or embezzlement of the N250 billion allocated for regional development. The statement, released by Comrade Emma Powerful, IPOB’s Media and Publicity Secretary, calls for full accountability…
Sean Kanu, the son of Nigerian football legend Kanu Nwankwo, has signed his first professional contract with Polish third-tier side Górnik Polkowice. This marks the beginning of a professional journey for the 19-year-old who is expected to shine more than his father did at his prime. Having honed his skills in various academies,…
The wife of the Enugu State Governor Mrs Nkechinyere Mbah, has pledged to sustain policies and programmes geared towards the development of women, girls and other vulnerable groups in the society. Mrs Mbah gave the assurance during the celebration of this year’s International Women’s Day at the Michael Okpara Square Enugu, Saturday. Mrs Mbah who…
