The House of Representatives has advanced a bill seeking to prevent Nigerians above 60 from contesting for the presidency or governorship positions. The proposed legislation, sponsored by Imo lawmaker Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere, is part of ongoing efforts to amend the 1999 Constitution. If enacted, the law would impact potential candidates for the 2027 presidential election, including […]
Political tensions in Rivers State continue to escalate as various groups, including international organizations and local elders, condemn the federal government’s decision to declare a state of emergency. Critics argue that the move is not only unconstitutional but also a targeted political maneuver aimed at undermining Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Two international organizations, the National Union
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Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has firmly denied allegations that she received ₦500 million from Senate President Godswill Akpabio, dismissing the claim as a baseless attempt to tarnish her reputation. In a statement released on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, the Kogi Central lawmaker stressed that no such transaction ever occurred, describing the report as a deliberate
A new political development is unfolding in Nigeria as reports indicate that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is actively searching for a replacement for the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu. Yakubu’s tenure is set to end in November 2025 after completing two terms, and sources suggest that political forces within
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Legal precedents and constitutional provisions have effectively barred Siminalayi Fubara, the suspended governor of Rivers State, from challenging his suspension at the Supreme Court. President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State on March 19, which led to Fubara’s suspension alongside his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and members of the state assembly,
Abuja, Nigeria – Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has revealed why he did not select Nyesom Wike, the former governor of Rivers State, as his running mate in the last election. During an upcoming interview on the television program “Untold Stories” with journalist Adesuwa Giwa-Osagie,
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The presidency has responded to remarks made by Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, cautioning him against making statements that could misrepresent Nigeria’s democratic state. Speaking at the colloquium held in Abuja to mark the 60th birthday of former Imo State Governor Emeka Ihedioha, Obi asserted that Nigeria’s democracy had deteriorated beyond recognition.
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Governors from the South-South region, along with members of the National Assembly, are taking active steps to mediate the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State. This development follows President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency on March 18, citing a breakdown in governance due to the conflict between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and state
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A fresh revelation has emerged regarding the recent high-profile meeting between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara at Aso Rock. According to Tony Okocha, a notable political figure in the state, external influences played a crucial role in altering Fubara’s stance on key governance decisions. Speaking on the issue, Okocha disclosed
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Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, former Governor of Sokoto State, has raised concerns over the Senate’s approval of the State of Emergency in Rivers State, arguing that the required two-thirds majority was not met. Reports indicate that the Senate held a closed-door session last Thursday before approving President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s proclamation through a voice vote
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Omoyele Sowore, the former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) in the 2023 elections, has strongly criticized the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. During an interview with News Central TV, Sowore identified Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike, and President Bola Tinubu as
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Former President Goodluck Jonathan has voiced his concerns over the suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and state lawmakers, following the declaration of a state of emergency by President Bola Tinubu. Speaking at the Haske Satumari Foundation Colloquium in Abuja on Saturday, Jonathan expressed his reservations about the decision, warning
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has issued a stern warning to the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP)-led government in Kano State following controversial accusations made by the Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam. Abdulsalam recently alleged that Professor Hafsat Abdullahi Ganduje, wife of former Governor and current APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, was involved
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Governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have announced plans to challenge the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. The move follows Tinubu’s decision to dissolve the state government, suspend Governor Siminalayi Fubara and other state officials, and appoint an administrator to oversee affairs in the state. During
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The suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has addressed the allegations made against him by President Bola Tinubu during a national broadcast on Tuesday night. In his speech, Tinubu declared a State of Emergency in Rivers State and suspended Fubara, along with members of the state’s House of Assembly, for an initial period of
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The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately reconsider the emergency rule imposed on Rivers State and reinstate Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Nma Odu. In a statement released on Friday, March 21, the spokesperson of NEF, Professor Abubakar Jika Jiddere, criticized the federal government’s decision, arguing
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The declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu has sparked division among lawmakers, leading to a tense session in the Senate. Despite the chamber’s approval of the decision, some senators openly disagreed with the move, resulting in a heated exchange with Senate President Godswill Akpabio. During the plenary on
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A coalition of major opposition leaders, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s Peter Obi, and ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has been officially announced. The alliance aims to present a formidable challenge to President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections. The announcement was made at a press briefing held at the Yar’Adua Centre
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Governors elected under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have condemned the recent suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara by President Bola Tinubu. They have called for an immediate reversal of the decision, describing it as a threat to democracy and a serious misstep. A group of 12 PDP governors has openly challenged the emergency
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President Bola Tinubu’s effort to gain legislative approval for the state of emergency in Rivers State faced a major hurdle on Wednesday, as the House of Representatives failed to proceed with a vote due to low attendance. According to Section 305 of the 1999 Constitution, any declaration of a state of emergency must be ratified
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