The Senate Minority Leader and senator representing Benue South Senatorial District, Senator Abba Moro, has congratulated the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Olaka Nwogu, on his victory in the Rivers South East Senatorial District by-election. In a statement issued by his Media Adviser, Emmanuel Eche-Ofun John, on Monday, Moro described Nwogu’s triumph as a reflection of the growing popularity and acceptance of the PDP among voters. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had declared Nwogu winner of the Saturday by-election after he secured 47,961 votes, defeating the All…
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Pro-Democracy Group Defends N110bn National Assembly Spending, Warns Against Undermining Parliament
A pro-democracy organisation, the Advocates of Social Justice for All (ASJA), has defended the controversial N110 billion expenditure by the National Assembly on official vehicles and support allowances for lawmakers, urging critics and civil society organisations to respect the constitutional independence of the legislature. The group’s position follows a recent judgment by a Federal High Court in Lagos which declared unlawful the expenditure of N110 billion appropriated for the procurement of official vehicles and support allowances for members of the 10th National Assembly. Justice Yellim Bogoro had ruled that the…
Ekiti Victory, Bye-Election Sweep Confirm Nigerians Trust APC Reforms — Yilwatda
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has said the party’s landslide victory in the Ekiti State governorship election and its dominance in recent bye-elections across the country are clear indications that Nigerians continue to place their trust in the APC and the reform agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Yilwatda stated that the election outcomes demonstrate that voters are beginning to appreciate the long-term benefits of the economic and governance reforms being implemented by the APC-led administration despite current economic challenges. In a statement…
All Saints Catholic Church Honours NUJ FCT Chairperson Grace Ike with 2026 Humanitarian and Service Award
The Chairperson of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, Comrade Grace Ike, has been honoured with the 2026 Humanitarian and Service Award by the Laity Council of All Saints Catholic Church in recognition of her outstanding contributions to humanity and professional excellence in journalism. The award was presented during a ceremony held at the church premises, where members of the congregation and invited guests celebrated individuals who have distinguished themselves through selfless service and impactful leadership. Receiving the honour in spirit, Comrade Ike expressed profound…
JUST IN: APC’s Oyebanji Secures Landslide Re-Election in Ekiti, Polls 319,224 Votes
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been declared winner of the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election after recording a commanding victory at the polls. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced that Oyebanji polled 319,224 votes to defeat his closest rival, Wole Oluyede of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who garnered 40,543 votes. The candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dare Bejide, finished third with 12,872 votes. Declaring the result, the Returning Officer, Adenike Oladiji, said Oyebanji met all constitutional requirements and secured…
Tinubu Opening South-East to Global Trade Through Trans-Saharan Superhighway — TDF
The Democratic Front (TDF) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what it described as a bold and visionary infrastructure drive aimed at integrating the South-East region into broader national and international trade networks through the construction of the Trans-Saharan Superhighway. The group said the ongoing 123.6-kilometre superhighway project, estimated at N668 billion, will unlock enormous economic opportunities for the South-East by linking the region with major commercial corridors across Nigeria and beyond. In a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Mallam Danjuma Muhammad, and Secretary, Chief Wale Adedayo, TDF…
World Bank Ranking of Apapa, Tin Can Ports Shows Tinubu Reforms Are Working — TMV
The Tinubu Media Volunteers (TMV) has described the recent recognition of Nigeria’s Apapa and Tin Can Island ports among the world’s most improved ports as evidence that the economic reforms of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration are yielding positive results. In a statement issued by its Chairman, Chukwudi Enekwechi, and Secretary, Segun Ogedengbe, the group said the ranking by the World Bank’s Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) reflects ongoing efforts to reposition Nigeria’s maritime sector and strengthen the country’s role in global trade. TMV noted that the…
TMSG to Atiku: Condemn Banditry, Stop Playing Politics With Insecurity
The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG) has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over what it described as his failure to openly condemn banditry and criminal activities in parts of the country, accusing him of using insecurity as a political tool against the administration of President Bola Tinubu. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Emeka Nwankpa, and Secretary, Dapo Okubanjo, the group said it was concerned that Atiku had consistently criticised the Federal Government’s handling of insecurity but had allegedly failed to directly call out the perpetrators of…
FOGOCOM Backs Tinubu for 2027, Hails Unprecedented Transformation in Tertiary Education
The Forum of Governing Council Members in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions (FOGOCOM) has thrown its weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, citing what it described as unprecedented progress in Nigeria’s tertiary education sector under the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The endorsement came at a National Press Conference held on Saturday in Abuja, where governing council members from universities, polytechnics and colleges of education across the country gathered to review developments in the education sector and assess the impact of government interventions. The event opened on a solemn…
Biraidu Deserves Its Turn, Says Ex-Kogi Commissioner Ejigbo, Seeks Mandate for Development
A former Kogi State Commissioner for Rural Development, Hon. Daniel Oneal Ejigbo, has declared his intention to represent the people of Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, promised to deploy his wealth of experience and extensive network to attract development projects, employment opportunities and federal interventions to the constituency. Ejigbo, who served for over a decade at the National Assembly and was twice appointed Commissioner for Rural Development in Kogi State, said he possesses the legislative experience, governance expertise and strategic connections needed to effectively champion the interests…
