A fresh and dramatic twist has rocked the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), as a faction loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has announced the expulsion of several powerful figures within the party—including sitting governors—in what insiders describe as an “open declaration of war” for control of the opposition party.In aContinue reading "PDP Civil War Explodes: Wike Faction “Expels” Makinde, Bala Mohammed, Lawal, Udom, Others"
Defence Minister Launches New Strategy: Troops Leave Highways, Target Terror Camps
Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has unveiled a sweeping reform agenda aimed at dismantling the operational networks of terrorists and restoring peace across the country. Speaking during his confirmation screening at the Senate on Wednesday, the former Chief of Defence Staff announced that soldiers currently manning road checkpoints nationwide will beContinue reading "Defence Minister Launches New Strategy: Troops Leave Highways, Target Terror Camps"
“Trump Is On Our Neck”: Senate Blocks ‘Bow-And-Go’ Screening For Defence Minister Nominee Musa
The Senate on Wednesday defied a motion to grant former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), a ceremonial “bow and go” endorsement during his ministerial screening, insisting that the gravity of Nigeria’s security challenges demands accountability — not courtesy.The motion, tabled by Senator Sani Musa (APC, Niger East), sought to excuse theContinue reading "“Trump Is On Our Neck”: Senate Blocks ‘Bow-And-Go’ Screening For Defence Minister Nominee Musa"
Adamawa APC to Launch Statewide Electronic Membership Registration in December
The Adamawa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced plans to commence a comprehensive electronic membership registration exercise across the state starting December 2025. The initiative is part of the party’s effort to streamline its membership records and strengthen internal democracy ahead of upcoming political contests.According to state party officials, the exerciseContinue reading "Adamawa APC to Launch Statewide Electronic Membership Registration in December"
Ex-CDS Christopher Musa Confirmed as Nigeria’s Defence Minister Amid Urgent Security Push
Abuja — The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday confirmed Christopher Gwabin Musa, the immediate past Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), as the nation’s new Minister of Defence, tasking him with the urgent mission of tackling escalating insecurity across the country.Musa’s confirmation follows the resignation of former Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, who stepped down on healthContinue reading "Ex-CDS Christopher Musa Confirmed as Nigeria’s Defence Minister Amid Urgent Security Push"
PDP Drops the Hammer: Wike, Fayose, Top Chieftains Get Expulsion Certificates as Party Moves to “Sanitize” Ahead of 2027
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has formally dispatched expulsion certificates to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose, and a host of other prominent chieftains, sealing their exit from the party in what officials describe as a decisive step to restore order, discipline and cohesion aheadContinue reading "PDP Drops the Hammer: Wike, Fayose, Top Chieftains Get Expulsion Certificates as Party Moves to “Sanitize” Ahead of 2027"
KANU’S FREEDOM CLOCK TICKS: OTTI–TINUBU MEETING RAISES NEW HOPE
• Governor’s Sokoto prison visit sparks fresh political, legal manoeuvres• Presidency tight-lipped as South-East leaders intensify push NaijaNews has taken to its online handle and announced that, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday held a closed-door meeting with Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja—an engagement insiders describe as highly strategicContinue reading "KANU’S FREEDOM CLOCK TICKS: OTTI–TINUBU MEETING RAISES NEW HOPE"
POWER SHIFT IN DEFENCE: TINUBU BRINGS BACK GEN. CHRISTOPHER MUSA AFTER BADARU’S EXIT
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally nominated former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence—an explosive development that validates SaharaReporters’ earlier exclusive that the retired military chief was being positioned to replace Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, who abruptly ‘resigned’ on Monday.The nomination was contained in anContinue reading "POWER SHIFT IN DEFENCE: TINUBU BRINGS BACK GEN. CHRISTOPHER MUSA AFTER BADARU’S EXIT"
Washington Forces Tinubu’s Hand: Defence Overhaul Underway as Badaru Quits
Nigeria’s security architecture is bracing for a major shake-up as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu intensifies the implementation of a U.S.-backed security blueprint—one reportedly inspired by the American President Donald Trump’s hardline counterterror approach.The sudden resignation of Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru, on Monday night is said to be only the opening chapter of a broaderContinue reading "Washington Forces Tinubu’s Hand: Defence Overhaul Underway as Badaru Quits"
BREAKING: Tension Peaks in Osogbo as Heavy Security Locks Down Venue for PDP’s High-Stakes Osun Governorship Primary
Amid heightened uncertainty and deepening internal wrangling, Osogbo was thrown into a charged political atmosphere on Tuesday as heavily armed security operatives took over the Adolak Event Centre, venue of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) 2026 Osun Governorship Primary.The development comes despite a counter-directive issued by the state chapter of the party, led by ChairmanContinue reading "BREAKING: Tension Peaks in Osogbo as Heavy Security Locks Down Venue for PDP’s High-Stakes Osun Governorship Primary"
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