The Nigerian Inquirer

HomePolitics

Politics

News

Fear Spreads in Ondo’s Akure North as Kidnappers Target Farmers, Residents Flee Homes

Rising kidnappings and shootings in Ondo’s Akure North force residents to flee homes as authorities promise tougher action against criminals.

March 12, 2026

News

Boko Haram Suspects Attack Borno Settlement, Kill Herder and Rustle 1,400 Sheep

Suspected Boko Haram fighters attacked a nomadic settlement in Borno, killing one herder, injuring another and rustling about 1,400 sheep.

March 12, 2026

Keep exploring

Politics

Bill to Bar Over-60s from Running for President, Governor Passes

The Nigerian House of Representatives passes a bill to prevent individuals over 60 from contesting for President or Governor, alongside other key reforms.

March 28, 2025

News

Delta APC rejects Waive’s call to adopt Oborevwori for 2027

The Delta APC strongly rejects Hon. Waive’s call for Governor Oborevwori as the 2027 candidate, pledging to offer a credible alternative

March 28, 2025

Politics

Reps Bill to Convert Lagos LCDAs into Full LGAs

The House of Representatives passed legislation to evolve Lagos' 37 LCDAs into complete Local Government Areas which could result in enhancing Nigeria's total LGAs to 811.

March 27, 2025

Politics

Ezekwesili Defends Clash with Senator Nwaebonyi

Oby Ezekwesili defends her confrontation with Senator Nwaebonyi, emphasizing the need for women’s voices in politics and public accountability.

March 27, 2025

Politics

Ezekwesili and Senator Clash During Heated Senate Hearing

A verbal confrontation broke out between Ezekwesili and Senator Nwaebonyi during a Senate hearing on Akpabio, raising questions over bias.

March 26, 2025

News

INEC holds meeting over recall of Kogi senator

INEC discusses Kogi senator Akpoti-Uduaghan's recall amid legal and constituent challenges, with the senator denying any apology to the Senate

March 25, 2025

Politics

Obasanjo Links Democracy Failure in Africa to Loss of Values

Obasanjo critiques Africa's failing democracy, stressing the need for a system rooted in African values and culture.

March 25, 2025

Politics

2027 Elections: Coalition Forms Against Tinubu and APC

Team New Nigeria (TNN) emerges to challenge President Tinubu and the APC ahead of the 2027 elections, criticizing their economic policies.

March 24, 2025

Politics

APGA and LP Feud Fuels Insecurity in Ihiala

Leaders in Ihiala hold APGA and LP responsible for deteriorating security under the ongoing leadership dispute about financial corruption.

March 24, 2025

Politics

Fubara Counters Tinubu’s Allegations, Blames Wike for Pipeline Attacks

Fubara has denied President Tinubu's claims of pipeline attacks and blamed Wike’s comments for the rising tensions.

March 22, 2025

News

Rivers State administrator vows to restore order, reject violence

Ibas pledges to restore law and order in Rivers State, rejecting violence and committing to protect civil liberties during his tenure as administrator

March 21, 2025

Politics

Rivers Crisis: Atiku, El-Rufai Challenge Tinubu’s Suspension of Officials

Atiku Abubakar and Nasir El-Rufai lead a coalition against Tinubu’s suspension of Rivers officials, calling it unconstitutional and an attack on democracy.

March 21, 2025