Category: Politics

Ibibio monarchs endorse Akpabio, Tinubu ….. Urge Senate President to fast-track Akwa Ibom seaport project

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The leadership of the Ibibio Traditional Council in Akwa Ibom State has pledged total support for the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, described both leaders as partners in the progress and unity of Nigeria.   The traditional rulers made the declaration on Friday when the Senate President paid a courtesy visit to the Nsit Ubium Palace of the Oku Ibom Ibibio, His Eminence, Ntenyin (Dr.) Solomon Daniel Etuk, in the company of some members of the National Assembly.   Welcoming Akpabio and his…

Niger Govt orders Political Appointees to return to LGAs ahead of Nov. 1 Elections

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Niger State Government has directed all political appointees to return to their respective Local Government Areas (LGAs) to actively participate in the forthcoming Local Government Elections scheduled for Saturday, November 1, 2025. The directive, contained in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Abubakar Usman, underscored the importance of the polls in strengthening grassroots democracy and deepening citizens’ participation in governance. According to the statement, Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has instructed all appointees to mobilize support within their communities, ensure massive voter turnout, and…

Akpabio blasts PDP, says Elections more credible since 2015

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has taken a swipe at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), declared that Nigeria’s elections have become more transparent and credible since the party was voted out of power in 2015.   Speaking during Wednesday’s plenary as lawmakers debated the Electoral Bill 2025, Akpabio said the nation’s democracy has matured significantly through reforms and technological innovations introduced after the PDP era.   Reflecting on his time as Akwa Ibom State Governor (2007–2015) under the PDP, Akpabio admitted that elections during the party’s rule were plagued by irregularities…

Tinubu swears in Amupitan as INEC Chairman, charges him to uphold Electoral integrity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday swore in Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), with a charge to serve with integrity and remain above reproach in the discharge of his duties. The swearing-in ceremony, held at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja, followed the Senate’s confirmation of Amupitan’s nomination on October 16. He succeeded Professor Mahmood Yakubu, whose tenure ran from 2015 to 2025.   Addressing the new INEC boss, President Tinubu said his appointment reflected confidence in his…

Tinubu nominates Dr Bernard Doro as Minister to replace APC Chairman Nentawe

Emporium Reporters

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Dr Bernard Mohammed Doro from Plateau State as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The announcement was made on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, who confirmed that the nomination has been forwarded to the Senate for screening and confirmation. According to the statement, Dr Doro’s nomination followed the election of Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in July. Born on January 23,…

Group faults Senator Karimi’s remarks, says Kogi firmly behind Tinubu ahead of 2027

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A political support group, the Kogi Alliance for Renewed Hope (KARH), has faulted comments made by the Senator representing Kogi West, Sunday Steve Karimi, over his reaction to the recent endorsement rally for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held in Lokoja. In a statement issued on Monday and signed by Toba Ogundele and Idris Abubakar, the group’s President and Secretary respectively, KARH described Senator Karimi’s remarks as “disrespectful, misleading, and disconnected from the realities on the ground in Kogi State.” The group insisted that the people of Kogi remain resolutely committed…

Arewa PDP Forum berates party Deputy Spokesman over ‘disrespectful’ comment against Ugwuanyi … Says remark undermines party unity ahead of 2027 Polls

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Arewa PDP Unity Forum (APUF) has slammed the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ibrahim Abdullahi, over what it described as “reckless and disrespectful” remarks against former Enugu State Governor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.   In a statement signed on Friday by its National President, Dr. Maikanti Adamu, the Forum said Abdullahi’s comments on national television were unbecoming of a senior party officer and capable of sowing disunity ahead of the 2027 general elections.   “Dr. Abdullahi’s statement was both unfortunate and unnecessary. To describe a two-term…

EuroPlus Group advocates major overhaul of Nigeria’s electoral system ahead of 2027 Elections

Emporium Reporters

By James Isaac, Abuja     In a bold move to improve the credibility and transparency of Nigeria’s electoral system, the EuroPlus Management/Consulting Group has called for sweeping reforms to the country’s electoral framework. The group’s proposals, presented during a public hearing organized by the National Assembly Joint Committee on Electoral Matters on Monday, October 13, 2025, include significant changes to the electoral process as the nation prepares for the 2027 general elections.   Abdullahi Shehu, an Anti-Money Laundering Expert who represented the group, stressed the need for the National…

IPAC calls for electoral reforms to strengthen democracy ahead of 2027 elections

Emporium Reporters

By James Isaac,Abuja     The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), a coalition of registered political parties in Nigeria, has called for comprehensive reforms to the country’s electoral process, urging the National Assembly to amend the Electoral Act in preparation for the 2027 general elections. The call was made during a public hearing on the Bill for an Act to Repeal the Electoral Act 2022 and Enact the Electoral Act 2025, organized by the National Assembly Joint Committee on Electoral Matters on Monday, October 13, 2025.   Dipo Olayokun, the Deputy…

HallowMace Foundation Africa urges peace as Senate unseals Senator Natasha’s Office

Lukman Laleye Babalola

HallowMace Foundation Africa has commended the National Assembly leadership for unsealing the office of Senator Natasha, describing the move as a significant step towards restoring normalcy and productivity within the legislature. In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Amb. Anderson Osiebe, and Head of Public Communications Desk, Amb. Oguh Hyginus John, the Foundation lauded the leadership of the National Assembly for demonstrating maturity despite pending court issues. The group, however, appealed to Senator Natasha to consider withdrawing her court case to pave the way for absolute peace, unity, and…