By Abel Johngold Orheruata, MNIPR The All Progressives Congress (APC) has hit back at former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, over his recent criticisms of the party, accusing him of being driven by personal grievances rather than genuine ideological concerns. In a strongly worded statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the ruling party dismissed El-Rufai’s claims that the APC had deviated from its founding principles, describing them as a “smokescreen” for his frustration over his failed bid for a ministerial position in President Bola Tinubu’s administration. El-Rufai, in a recent interview with BBC Hausa, alleged that…
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By Annabel Ogheneganre Hate speech, as the United Nations denotes it is an offensive discourse that targets a group or individual based on inherent characteristics, such as race, religion, or gender, and has the potential to threaten social and pollical harmony. This occurs both offline and online, with the intention to discriminate against or degrade an individual or group. Most hate speeches stem from prejudices and long-held notions about individuals and groups. The most dangerous and destructive attributes of hate speeches is when they highlight a stereotypical profiling of a character no matter how good or bad the individual is.…
by Stephen Angbulu, Wale Akinselure, Chima Azubuike, Bankole Taiwo, Godwin Isenyo, Animasahun Salman, Collins Agwam, Tunde Oyekola, Chima Azubuike and Ademola Adegbite State governors have launched a fresh push against the planned disbursement of federal allocation to the local government councils in a renewed bid to delay the implementation of the Supreme Court verdict on LGA autonomy. Some of the governors, during a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the State House, Abuja, last Tuesday, kicked against payment of the LG allocation through the Central Bank of Nigeria, citing the need to address the multi-billion dollar debts allegedly incurred by…
By Kenneth Orusi The intervention of Senators Ned Nwoko, Ede Dafinone, and Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, alongside Rt. Hon. Francis Waive, in the Okuama crisis has drawn commendations from various quarters. Their roles in addressing the violence that erupted in the Delta community have been recognized as crucial in de-escalating tensions and pushing for justice. The lawmakers, representing different constituencies in Delta State, were actively involved in legislative and diplomatic efforts following the tragic killing of soldiers and the subsequent military invasion of Okuama. Their advocacy for peace, justice, and rehabilitation of affected communities has been widely acknowledged. Legislative Actions and Advocacy…
Defending the Senate’s Integrity Against Emotional Manipulation and Misrepresentation Distinguished Nigerians, It is important that we separate facts from sensationalism and resist the growing trend of exploiting gender sentiments to mask disorderly conduct within the Senate. The legislative chamber is not a battleground for personal grievances or emotional outbursts but a place of order, debate, and democratic principles. The recent outcry over the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been twisted into a false narrative of victimization and suppression. Let it be clear: what was before the Senate was not her petition—something she herself has confirmed—but her conduct on the…
By Keem Abdul As the battle for 2027 begins to gain momentum, one thing is for sure: there will definitely be almost-daily shifts in the nation’s political dynamic henceforth, and a steady intensification of strategic political discourses and maneuverings, with plenty of twists and turns. The next two years promise intense activity as both the ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the various opposition parties position themselves for the battle ahead. In the face of these, Nigerians remain unequivocal about their expectations of those who lead, or aspire to lead, them. Even now, two years into the administration…
By Olugbenga Ige The 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party, Adewole Adebayo, has said President Bola Tinubu will be defeated in the 2027 elections. The SDP chieftain also claimed that his party will produce the next Nigerian President. Adewale stated this on Friday while appearing on Arise Television’s The Morning Show. “Tinubu is going to be removed from power, that one is sure, and there would be an SDP president,” he said. Speaking further, Adebayo vowed to run for the number seat in the country in the 2027 elections. He expressed confidence that he would be the party’s…
by PM News The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has claimed that the major opposition party in Nigeria, the People Democratic Party (PDP) may not have a presidential candidate in 2027 if the party doesn’t wake up from slumber. Nigerian e-commerce platforms In a statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele advised that the party needs to retrace its steps. He noted that even if at all PDP eventually have a candidate that is legally recognized, the party will lose disgracefully. “If care isn’t taken, PDP will lose 2027 except they retrace their…
By Emmanuel Oloniruha Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa has tasked the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to look inward and address its internal crisis instead of pointing fingers at the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in order to be vibrant opposition. Diri gave the advice in an interview with newsmen, shortly after the inauguration of the PDP South-South Zonal Caretaker Committee. He said it was easy for the PDP to point accusing finger at the ruling party or anyone but the party could only be vibrant, if it solved its internal crisis. “The inauguration today was seen as a good step…
By Dennis Naku The political face-off between the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and the state House of Assembly deepened on Friday as the governor’s plan to re-present the 2025 Appropriation Bill to the lawmakers appeared to be failing. Fubara had on Thursday written a fresh letter to the House informing the lawmakers of his intention to re-present the 2025 Appropriation Bill for consideration and approval. The governor, in the letter dated March 13 and addressed to the Speaker, Martin Amaewhule, said he intended to present the budget on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 or any other day in March that…