In a dramatic turn of events, constituents of Edo South Senatorial District have initiated moves to recall their senator, Neda Imasuen, citing allegations of corruption, abuse of office, and betrayal of public trust. The embattled Labour Party (LP) lawmaker, who chairs the Senate Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct, and Public Petitions, is at theContinueContinue reading “Edo Constituents Move to Recall Senator Neda Imasuen Over Alleged Misconduct and Betrayal of Public Trust”
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Senator Natasha Denies Receiving INEC Recall Petition Amidst Political Storm
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, has refuted claims that she has received an official notification from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) regarding a petition for her recall.Speaking with SaharaReporters, the senator dismissed circulating reports that INEC had formally served her the notice, stating that she has yet to receive any officialContinueContinue reading “Senator Natasha Denies Receiving INEC Recall Petition Amidst Political Storm”
Voice Vote Insufficient to Justify Emergency Rule in Rivers – Senator Ireti Kingibe
Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has strongly criticized the Senate’s reliance on a voice vote to approve President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, arguing that such a critical decision demands a transparent and recorded voting process.Kingibe insisted that the required two-thirds majority for ratifying anContinueContinue reading “Voice Vote Insufficient to Justify Emergency Rule in Rivers – Senator Ireti Kingibe”
Betrayal for Dollars? Anambra Stakeholders Accuse Labour Party Senators of Bribery Scandal Over Rivers Emergency Rule
A fresh political storm is brewing in Anambra State as stakeholders under the Concerned Citizens of Anambra Central have accused Senator Victor Umeh, representing Anambra Central, and Senator Neda Imasuen of collecting bribes to support an alleged unconstitutional emergency rule in Rivers State.In a scathing rejoinder signed by Chukwuebuka Ekpechi, the group alleged that theContinueContinue reading “Betrayal for Dollars? Anambra Stakeholders Accuse Labour Party Senators of Bribery Scandal Over Rivers Emergency Rule”
BATTLE FOR DEMOCRACY: DICKSON EXPOSES AKPABIO’S ATTEMPT TO SILENCE HIM OVER RIVERS EMERGENCY RULE
In a dramatic revelation, Senator Seriake Dickson, representing Bayelsa West, has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of attempting to silence him for opposing President Bola Tinubu’s controversial declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State.Dickson, a former governor of Bayelsa State, led a walkout from the Senate chamber on March 20, 2025, in protestContinueContinue reading “BATTLE FOR DEMOCRACY: DICKSON EXPOSES AKPABIO’S ATTEMPT TO SILENCE HIM OVER RIVERS EMERGENCY RULE”
“Rivers State Hijacked: Sowore Slams Tinubu’s Political Deal with Wike”
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has launched a scathing attack on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, accusing him of sacrificing Rivers State on the altar of political expediency to reward his ally, Nyesom Wike, for allegedly manipulating the 2023 elections in his favor.Sowore, speaking on Channels TV on Thursday morning, described Tinubu’sContinueContinue reading ““Rivers State Hijacked: Sowore Slams Tinubu’s Political Deal with Wike””
2027 Power Struggle: Atiku, Peter Obi, El-Rufai, and Others Form Grand Coalition to Oust Tinubu
In what could be the most formidable opposition alliance in Nigeria’s recent political history, former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has confirmed the formation of a coalition aimed at unseating President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections.Atiku made theContinueContinue reading “2027 Power Struggle: Atiku, Peter Obi, El-Rufai, and Others Form Grand Coalition to Oust Tinubu”
Tinubu’s State of Emergency in Rivers: A Threat to Nigerian Democracy?
Philip Adams President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State and the suspension of its governor, deputy governor, and lawmakers have sparked nationwide outrage. Many critics argue that while banditry, kidnapping, and terrorism ravage parts of Nigeria, the president has turned a blind eye to the suffering of theContinueContinue reading “Tinubu’s State of Emergency in Rivers: A Threat to Nigerian Democracy?”
Tinubu’s Divide-and-Rule Politics: Ex-Commissioner Accuses President of Fueling Crises in Rivers, Lagos
Former Rivers State Commissioner for Works, David Briggs, has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of orchestrating political instability in Rivers and Lagos States through divide-and-rule tactics. According to Briggs, Tinubu’s leadership style thrives on manipulating allegiances to maintain control, exacerbating existing tensions in both states.In an explosive interview with Symfoni, Briggs alleged that the ongoingContinueContinue reading “Tinubu’s Divide-and-Rule Politics: Ex-Commissioner Accuses President of Fueling Crises in Rivers, Lagos”
House of Reps Recovers ₦28.7 Billion from Oil Firms in One Week, Vows to Pursue Remaining ₦1.3 Trillion Debt
The Nigerian House of Representatives, through its Public Accounts Committee (PAC), has recovered a staggering $19,241,109.35 (approximately ₦28.7 billion) from two oil companies within just one week. This forms part of an intensified effort to reclaim outstanding revenues owed to the Federation Account, following damning revelations from the 2021 Audit Report.According to Rep. Akin RotimiContinueContinue reading “House of Reps Recovers ₦28.7 Billion from Oil Firms in One Week, Vows to Pursue Remaining ₦1.3 Trillion Debt”