The lingering political crisis in Rivers State remains unresolved as tensions between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the state’s lawmakers, led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule, escalated once again over the implementation of the Supreme Court ruling.Despite President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive on Tuesday, urging Governor Fubara to fully implement the ruling without delay, the power struggleContinueContinue reading “Rivers Political Crisis: No End in Sight as Governor Fubara, Lawmakers Resume Hostilities”
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Political Earthquake: Atiku, Obi, Osinbajo, and Ex-Buhari Officials Plot Defection to SDP After El-Rufai’s Exit
The Nigerian political landscape is bracing for a seismic shift as prominent figures from Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, including former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and ex-Attorney General Abubakar Malami, are reportedly set to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP). This move follows the shocking defection of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, from the All ProgressivesContinueContinue reading “Political Earthquake: Atiku, Obi, Osinbajo, and Ex-Buhari Officials Plot Defection to SDP After El-Rufai’s Exit”
Rivers State Political Showdown: Pro-Wike Lawmakers Resume Plenary After Blocking Governor Fubara’s Budget Presentation
The political crisis in Rivers State deepened on Wednesday as lawmakers loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, resumed plenary amid heightened tensions over Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s failed attempt to present the 2025 budget.A video obtained by SaharaReporters captured the moment Speaker Martin Amaewhule and other legislative officials, wielding theContinueContinue reading “Rivers State Political Showdown: Pro-Wike Lawmakers Resume Plenary After Blocking Governor Fubara’s Budget Presentation”
Wike Blasts Fubara: Calls Rivers Governor’s Letter to Assembly ‘Useless’
In yet another dramatic turn in the ongoing political battle in Rivers State, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and immediate-past governor, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s letter to the State House of Assembly as “useless.”Wike, a dominant force in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and a key political player inContinueContinue reading “Wike Blasts Fubara: Calls Rivers Governor’s Letter to Assembly ‘Useless’”
Power Struggle in the Senate: Akpabio Challenges Court’s Authority as Natasha Fights Suspension
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has launched a legal battle to prevent the Federal High Court in Abuja from hearing a suit filed against him and the Senate by suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The legal showdown, which has further deepened the crisis rocking the Senate, took a dramatic turn on Monday when Akpabio’s legalContinueContinue reading “Power Struggle in the Senate: Akpabio Challenges Court’s Authority as Natasha Fights Suspension”
Political Realignment: Bashir El-Rufai Hints at Peter Obi’s Move to SDP After Father’s Defection from APC
Nigeria’s political landscape is abuzz with speculation following a cryptic remark by Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai. Bashir’s comment has ignited discussions about the possibility of Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, defecting to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), a move that could significantly reshape the 2027ContinueContinue reading “Political Realignment: Bashir El-Rufai Hints at Peter Obi’s Move to SDP After Father’s Defection from APC”
EXCLUSIVE: Over 150 Inmates Moved From Delta Prison to Northern Facilities Amid Shocking Crime, Fraud, and Blackmail Scandal
In a dramatic crackdown on criminal activities within prison walls, no fewer than 150 inmates have been transferred from the Okere Correctional Facility in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State to various prisons in northern Nigeria, SaharaReporters has exclusively learned.The move follows an explosive investigation that exposed a criminal enterprise operating within theContinueContinue reading “EXCLUSIVE: Over 150 Inmates Moved From Delta Prison to Northern Facilities Amid Shocking Crime, Fraud, and Blackmail Scandal”
El-Rufai Dumps APC, Joins SDP: Says Party Has Lost Its Vision
In a dramatic political twist, former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has officially resigned from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), citing a loss of vision, internal decay, and abandonment of progressive ideals that initially defined the party.El-Rufai made his resignation public on Monday in a statement shared via Facebook, where he also confirmed hisContinueContinue reading “El-Rufai Dumps APC, Joins SDP: Says Party Has Lost Its Vision”
Rivers Political Standoff: Governor Fubara Caves to Pressure, Invites Pro-Wike Lawmakers for Crisis Talks
In a significant political maneuver, Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has invited the 27 pro-Wike lawmakers led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule to a high-stakes meeting amid the escalating power struggle gripping the state. The meeting, slated for March 10, 2025, at the Government House, Port Harcourt, is expected to address contentious issues, including the 2025ContinueContinue reading “Rivers Political Standoff: Governor Fubara Caves to Pressure, Invites Pro-Wike Lawmakers for Crisis Talks”
Betrayal and Political Intrigue: How Lagos Speaker Obasa Tricked Lawmakers, Clings to Power Despite Resignation Pact
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has been accused of reneging on an agreement to resign after his controversial reinstatement, a source has told SaharaReporters.Obasa, who was removed as Speaker over allegations of poor leadership, abuse of power, and intimidation of lawmakers, was reportedly reinstated as part of a backroomContinueContinue reading “Betrayal and Political Intrigue: How Lagos Speaker Obasa Tricked Lawmakers, Clings to Power Despite Resignation Pact”
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