Category: Politics

Plantain chips: Stop Sensational, Negative and False Publication Against Door-2-Door Campaign for President Tinubu – Adekanbi Charges Sahara Reporters

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By Our Reporter     The door to door grassroots movement has described as erroneous, frivolous publication relating its campaign for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to “frying of plantain chips ,” stating that the body meant business to returning good and quality leadership in the President.   A statement on Friday issued by Comrade Sunday Adekanbi Asuku, the Protem National Coordinator on behalf of the Chairman , Chief Executive Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited TSSNL, the convener of the movement, High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemukpolo Tompolo asked…

ADC Executives resign, cede Party Leadership to Mark, Aregbesola

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In a major political shakeup ahead of the 2027 general elections, top executives of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have resigned, formally transferring party leadership to a newly formed opposition coalition led by former Senate President David Mark and ex-Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola. The announcement was made Wednesday, July 2, during the coalition’s unveiling at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja. Ralph Nwosu, the founding National Chairman of the ADC, declared that he and other party leaders were stepping down to give way for a new leadership that…

Niger Council Chairman removed over Misconduct, Financial Irregularities

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The Chairman of Gurara Local Government Council in Niger State, Abdul-Alim Abubakar, has been removed from office following a resolution passed by the Legislative Council citing gross misconduct and financial irregularities.   The resolution, which took effect immediately on June 30, 2025, was communicated in an official letter signed by eleven council members and the Clerk of the House.   SaharaReporters reports that the legislative action was anchored on Section 31(2)(A) of the Niger State Local Government Law (2001), which empowers the council to remove an executive chairman for misconduct.…

Jonathan, Sylva, Dickson, Ogbuku secret deals over 2027 Presidency uncovered By Our Reporter

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By Our Reporter     Amid intensified political maneuvers ahead of the 2027 general elections, revelations have emerged linking key Niger Delta political heavyweights former President Goodluck Jonathan, former Governors Timipre Sylva and Seriake Dickson, and the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Sam Ogbuku in covert alignments aimed at reshaping the country’s presidential landscape.   Reliable sources disclosed that Dr. Ogbuku has allegedly perfected plans to facilitate the return of ex-President Goodluck Jonathan to the presidency in 2027. The move, sources claimed, is being driven…

Edo APC, South-South Leaders endorse Tinubu for 2027, applaud Renewed Hope Agenda

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A coalition of top stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Edo State and the wider South-South region gathered in Benin City over the weekend to declare unwavering support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and his second-term bid ahead of the 2027 presidential election.   The high-powered meeting, which drew governors, ministers, federal lawmakers, and party chieftains, served as a platform to reaffirm confidence in the President’s leadership and reform agenda, which they said is laying the foundation for sustainable development across the nation.   In…

Dalori assumes Office as APC Acting National Chairman, pledges Unity and Support for Tinubu’s Agenda

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Hon. (Dr.) Ali Bukar Dalori has formally assumed office as the Acting National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), following the resignation of his predecessor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, CON.   The transition was officially announced during the first meeting of the APC National Working Committee (NWC) held in Abuja, where the party’s National Secretary, Senator Suraj Ajibola, presented Ganduje’s resignation letter and moved a motion for Dalori’s appointment in line with Article 14 of the APC Constitution.   “In accordance with our constitution, the Deputy National Chairman, Hon.…

Presidency debunks rumours of SGF replacement, confirms Akume remains in Office

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Presidency has firmly denied reports suggesting a change in the office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), described the information as false and misleading.   In a statement issued on Saturday, June 28, 2025, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, affirmed that Senator George Akume remain the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.   “The information circulating about Akume’s replacement is untrue. Agents of mischief fabricated it,” Onanuga stated.   He clarified that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,…

Ganduje resigns as APC National Chairman, Dalori takes over in Acting Capacity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has resigned from his position as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), with immediate effect. The party officially announced his resignation on Friday, citing his desire to attend to “urgent and important personal matters.” In a letter addressed to the National Working Committee (NWC) through the National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, Ganduje expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for the opportunity to serve at the helm of the ruling party. Following the development, President Tinubu has directed the Deputy National Chairman (North),…

Sunny Anderson Osiebe declares Intention to Contest AMAC/Bwari Federal Constituency seat

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Renowned Parliamentary and Development Advocate, Mr. Sunny Anderson Osiebe, has officially declared his intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat representing AMAC/Bwari Federal Constituency in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.   Osiebe, a respected publisher, media consultant, and convener of the HallowMace Foundation Africa, made the announcement following what he described as “extensive consultations” with family, friends, and associates. His declaration signals a transition from years of civic advocacy to active partisan politics, aiming to bring his wealth of legislative experience into elected office.   “My decision…

Political Earthquake in Adamawa as Atiku Abubakar stripped of Waziri Title

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In a dramatic move that has sent shockwaves through political and traditional circles, the Adamawa State Government has revoked the traditional title of Waziri Adamawa from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The action, justified on the basis of “non-indigeneship,” was coming amid a broader reorganization of the state’s traditional leadership structures.   The Waziri Adamawa title is second only to the Lamido, the paramount ruler of the Adamawa Emirate. The announcement was conveyed through a circular dated June 20, 2025, signed by Mrs. Adama Felicity Mamman, Permanent Secretary of the…