In what appears to be a sweeping political realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has shed light on the ongoing gale of defections rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), saying the moves are driven by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership strength and transformative governance.AccordingContinue reading "“Tinubu’s Leadership Is Magnetic — Why PDP Governors Are Dumping Their Party For APC, Says Wike”"
Expose Certificate Forgers in Power, Mahdi Shehu Tells Nigerians
Public affairs commentator and activist, Mahdi Shehu, has called for the immediate exposure of public officials and politicians allegedly parading forged academic certificates while holding key positions in government and the private sector.In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, Shehu said Nigeria’s leadership space has been overtaken by “academic impostors,” insisting that theContinue reading "Expose Certificate Forgers in Power, Mahdi Shehu Tells Nigerians"
“Defection Fever Sweeps PDP: Why Governors Are Trooping to Tinubu’s APC Ahead of 2027”
In a dramatic twist that is reshaping Nigeria’s political chessboard, a string of governors elected under the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are crossing over to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) — a realignment that political analysts say could redefine the road to the 2027 general elections.While defections are not new in Nigeria’s fluidContinue reading "“Defection Fever Sweeps PDP: Why Governors Are Trooping to Tinubu’s APC Ahead of 2027”"
NASS Moves to Mandate Electronic Transmission of Results, Proposes Early Elections in 2026
New Electoral Bill Targets Transparency, Credibility Ahead of 2027 Polls In a landmark move to restore credibility and public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral system, the National Assembly has unveiled a new bill that seeks to make the electronic transmission of election results mandatory across the country.The proposed legislation, currently being jointly reviewed by both chambersContinue reading "NASS Moves to Mandate Electronic Transmission of Results, Proposes Early Elections in 2026"
DSS Nabs Two Dismissed Operatives Impersonating Agency For Fraud — Moves To Expose More Ex-Staff Behind Scams
Sahara reporters has taken to its official X handle and announced that,Th Department of State Services (DSS) has apprehended two dismissed officers, Barry Donald and Victor Onyedikachi Godwin, for allegedly using the Service’s identity to perpetrate fraud and deceive unsuspecting Nigerians.In a strongly worded statement released on Wednesday, the secret police disclosed that the suspects,Continue reading "DSS Nabs Two Dismissed Operatives Impersonating Agency For Fraud — Moves To Expose More Ex-Staff Behind Scams"
Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri, Speaker, and Entire EXCO Resign from PDP
In a major political development that has sent ripples through the nation’s political space, the Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).The governor announced his resignation on Wednesday during a session held at the Executive Council Chamber of the Bayelsa Government House in Yenagoa. Diri, however,Continue reading "Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri, Speaker, and Entire EXCO Resign from PDP"
Guards Brigade Boosts Combat Readiness With Intensive Ambush, Counter-Ambush Exercise Near Abuja
By: Zagazola Makama The Guards Brigade of the Nigerian Army has concluded a two-day Field Training Exercise (FTX) designed to sharpen the operational efficiency and tactical competence of its troops in ambush and counter-ambush operations.The exercise, which took place from October 13 to 14, 2025, began with a comprehensive lecture at the 176 Guards BattalionContinue reading "Guards Brigade Boosts Combat Readiness With Intensive Ambush, Counter-Ambush Exercise Near Abuja"
PDP Storms Over Betrayal: Imo, Abia Chairmen Suspended For Allegedly Plotting With APC To Derail Convention
The simmering crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a dramatic turn as the forum of state chairmen wielded the big stick, suspending two of its members over alleged anti-party activities and a plot with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to frustrate the opposition party’s forthcoming national convention.The decision, described as aContinue reading "PDP Storms Over Betrayal: Imo, Abia Chairmen Suspended For Allegedly Plotting With APC To Derail Convention"
CAF Releases 2026 World Cup Play-Off Fixtures: Nigeria Draws Gabon As Cameroon Clash With DRC In Morocco Thriller
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the much-anticipated fixtures for the 2026 FIFA World Cup African play-offs, setting the stage for an intense football spectacle that will determine the continent’s final representative at next year’s global tournament.In a line-up brimming with excitement and continental pride, Nigeria, Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC),Continue reading "CAF Releases 2026 World Cup Play-Off Fixtures: Nigeria Draws Gabon As Cameroon Clash With DRC In Morocco Thriller"
Court Slams DSS: Judge Dismisses Bid To Re-Admit Rejected Evidence Against Dasuki, Calls Move ‘Judicial Rascality’
By Nafisat Abdulrahman In a major setback for the Department of State Services (DSS), the Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday threw out the agency’s fresh attempt to re-admit exhibits previously rejected in the long-running trial of former National Security Adviser (NSA), Colonel Sambo Dasuki (rtd), describing the move as an abuse of courtContinue reading "Court Slams DSS: Judge Dismisses Bid To Re-Admit Rejected Evidence Against Dasuki, Calls Move ‘Judicial Rascality’"
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