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Yakubu Steps Down as INEC Chair, Says It’s Time for Fresh Leadership

Yakubu steps down as INEC chairman after 10 years, saying his decision allows a smooth transition and continued electoral reform ahead of 2027 elections.

Nigeria’s Deadly Highways: Motorists Endure Fear, Frustration and Loss

Across Nigeria, crumbling federal highways have turned travel into a deadly gamble as motorists battle potholes, bandits, and government inaction.

PDP Leaders Hold Emergency Meeting Over Wike, Party Crisis

PDP internal crisis deepens as leaders meet over Wike’s withdrawal and secretariat closure in Abuja.

Abuja Doctors Call Off Warning Strike After Reinstatement

The Abuja chapter of the Association of Resident Doctors has called off its warning strike after key demands, including reinstatement of sacked workers and partial salary payments, were met.

Former Rivers Governor Accuses Wike of Fueling Political Crisis

KEY POINTS Former Governor Ada George accuses Wike of instigating Rivers crisis after failed...

Anxiety Grips Bayelsa Over Planned Rally

Tensions rise in Bayelsa as Governor Diri warns against a rally planned by George Turnah’s group, fearing it could escalate the political crisis from neighboring Rivers State.

Ijaw Leaders Call for Wike’s Suspension Over Ethnic Remarks

Ijaw leaders call for the suspension of Wike over ethnic remarks, demanding fair representation and justice for their people

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.

Rivers State Assembly Adjourns Indefinitely Amid Budget Crisis and Political Tensions

KEY POINTS The Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, has...

Odili: Fubara Stops Wike from Turning Rivers into Private Estate

Rivers State former Governor, Peter Odili, commended Governor Fubara for resisting the political aggression of Wike, to free Rivers people from further unhappiness and years of the administration of confusion and allowing them to enjoy steady governance and happiness.

Wike’s Men Attacked by Armed Soldiers, Vehicle Seized in Abuja

Three Vehicles seized as soldiers attacked Wike's men in Abuja.

Stop further demolitions in Abuja, Senate tells Wike

Senate orders Wike to stop Abuja demolitions pending investigation.

Amid Crisis, Jonathan Predicts Political Success For Rivers Governor Fubara

Fubara’s leadership is endorsed by Jonathan and he emphasizes getting past political adversity.

Wike Warned Against Usurping Presidential Authority

The Rivers State local government election controversy continues as FCT Minister Nyesom Wike faces accusations of overstepping his authority and undermining President Tinubu's directives.

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Yakubu Steps Down as INEC Chair, Says It’s Time for Fresh Leadership

Yakubu steps down as INEC chairman after 10 years, saying his decision allows a smooth transition and continued electoral reform ahead of 2027 elections.

Nigeria’s Deadly Highways: Motorists Endure Fear, Frustration and Loss

Across Nigeria, crumbling federal highways have turned travel into a deadly gamble as motorists battle potholes, bandits, and government inaction.

Emefiele’s $4.5bn Fraud Trial Delayed Over Phone Evidence Dispute

Emefiele’s $4.5bn fraud trial stalled again after EFCC and defence clashed over phone forensic test procedures in Lagos court.

Oyedele: 98% of Nigerians to Get Tax Cut or Exemption by 2026

About 98 percent of Nigerians will enjoy reduced or no tax under the new fiscal reform expected to take effect in January 2026.