Economist Justin Amase says CPI rebasing masks rising food and service costs despite headline inflation drop.

Obidient Movement coordinator Yunusa Tanko accuses Tinubu administration of intimidation and coercion through state institutions.

APC’s National Secretary Ajibola Basiru dismisses opposition fears, says multiparty democracy thrives and anti-graft agencies are not being weaponised.

United Nigeria Airlines chairman Okonkwo says multiple taxes already consume up to 80% of ticket prices, leaving operators with minimal margins.

National Sports Commission chairman Shehu Dikko says Nigeria will provide full support to ensure the team competes to win.

Farouk Aliyu insists Nigeria’s insecurity stems from criminals, rejects genocide claims, and defends anti-corruption agencies.

Former Oyo justice commissioner Adebayo says lawmakers’ demand for police protection is excessive and unjustified compared to judges’ security needs.

Retired diplomat Joe Keshi warns regional bloc ECOWAS risks collapse unless leaders embrace good governance and democratic discipline.

President of the Ijaw Youth Council Worldwide, Dr Alaye Theophilus, has defended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the move as a necessary

Opobo traditional ruler says President Tinubu’s intervention saved Rivers State from collapse and justified Fubara’s political realignment.

Dan Kunle highlights Dangote’s scholarship as a transformative initiative, promising long-term educational impact and opportunities for Nigerian youth.

Chima Nnaji warns Nigeria’s democracy is collapsing under greed, defections and impunity, saying the current political order is unsustainable.

Ayo Arise says swift presidential action against regional threats protects Nigeria’s interests and reinforces leadership at home and abroad.

Political scientist Ibrahim says lack of will and capacity has allowed insecurity to worsen since 2009.

Felix Morka defends the APC, saying it is deepening democracy and keeping its doors open to all Nigerians.

Bolaji Abdullahi says APC spreads false inevitability about 2027 elections, while ADC builds grassroots alternative nationwide.

PDP spokesperson Ino Ememobong says governors defecting to “connect with the centre” for favours reflects a “nepotistic” system of government.

Ibrahim Modibbo says defections, greed and weak opposition are pushing Nigeria towards a one-party state.

Ebere Ifendu says rampant defections threaten Nigeria’s democracy and weaken meaningful opposition.

Chibuzo Okereke says only the full Senate can approve ambassadorial appointments, not committees.