August 2, 2025
Lagos, Nigeria

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Tinubu Anticipates Further Defections to APC

President Bola Tinubu has expressed confidence in the continued growth of the All Progressives Congress (APC), anticipating more defections from opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at the APC National Summit held at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, Tinubu addressed party leaders, National Working Committee members, National Assembly leadership, and

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Northern Forum Applauds Tinubu’s Reforms

A coalition of prominent Northern leaders under the banner of the Northern Bridge Builders Forum (NBBF) has publicly declared its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. The group cited the President’s policy reforms and leadership approach as key drivers of national progress, particularly in the areas of security, economic stabilization, and unity.

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Labour Party Confident Despite Factional Divisions Ahead of Lagos July Polls

The Lagos State Labour Party (LP) chapter has expressed strong optimism about its prospects in the upcoming local government elections scheduled for July 12, 2025. This confidence stems from the party’s recent successes and its commitment to grassroots engagement. Mr. Olusupo Ajayi, Deputy Chairman of the LP in Lagos State, highlighted the party’s achievements during

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Lagos APC’s Local Government Primaries Spark Widespread Discontent

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State is currently facing significant internal challenges following its recent local government primaries. Numerous party members and aspirants have expressed dissatisfaction, alleging the imposition of candidates and a lack of transparency in the selection process. Protests have erupted across various local government areas, including Ikeja, Somolu, Yaba, and

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PDP Inaugurates 39 New Members Into Board of Trustees

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Monday inaugurated 39 new members of its Board of Trustees (BoT). The BoT Chairman, Sen. Adolphus Wabara, while inaugurating the new members at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja, said that they were nominees of states and zones. Wabara said that the nomination of the new members was based on

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Crisis in Lagos Labour Party: Ekong Suspended, Excos Dissolved

In a significant shake-up within the Lagos State chapter of the Labour Party (LP), the party’s Caretaker Committee has suspended former State Chairperson, Pastor (Mrs) Dayo Ekong, and Sam Okpala for six months. The suspension, announced on May 11, 2025, cites gross misconduct and breaches of the party’s constitution. The disciplinary actions were detailed in

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Kwankwaso Labels NNPP Defections to APC as Ultimate Betrayal

In a fervent address at his Miller Road residence in Kano on Friday evening, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, former Governor of Kano State and National Leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, condemned the recent defections of key New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) members to the All Progressives Congress (APC), labeling the actions as the “highest level

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Katsina Lawmakers Defect to APC

Three members of the House of Representatives from Katsina State have resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The lawmakers are Rep. Balarabe Dabayi (Bakori/Danja Constituency), Rep. Aliyu Iliyasu (Batsari/Safana/Danmusa Constituency), and Rep. Salisu Majigiri (Mashi/Dutsi Federal Constituency). Their defection was announced during a plenary session,

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Crisis in Labour Party as Six Top Members, Including Alex Otti, Face Suspension

The Labour Party has announced the indefinite suspension of six prominent members, including Abia State Governor Alex Otti and Senators Ireti Kingibe and Darlington Nwokocha, over allegations of anti-party activities. In a statement released on Wednesday and signed by National Secretary Umar Farouk Ibrahim, the party said the suspension takes immediate effect and bars the

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Governor Makinde Reassigns Portfolios of Five Top Aides

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has reshuffled his cabinet, announcing the reassignment of five commissioners to new ministries in a move aimed at improving efficiency and service delivery across key sectors. The reshuffle was confirmed in a letter signed by the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Segun Ogunwuyi, and made public on Monday

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