Peter Obi: Nigeria Is Not a Democratic Country
Peter Obi has asserted that Nigeria lacks democracy, emphasising that the fundamental benchmarks of a democratic system are missing.
Peter Obi has asserted that Nigeria lacks democracy, emphasising that the fundamental benchmarks of a democratic system are missing.
Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan has alleged that Senate President Akpabio instructed Yahaya Bello to orchestrate her assassination, disguising it as a community attack.
Senate President Akpabio and some Governors have condemned the Uromi killings, and have urged authorities to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Tinubu has emphasised national unity, declaring that no one, including himself as president, is bigger than Nigeria.
Tinubu has revealed that he contemplated withdrawing from the 2023 presidential race due to economic concerns and political challenges.
Tinubu joined other Muslim faithfuls for Eid-el-Fitr prayers in Abuja, is set to host top officials in Sallah homage.
Babangida and other Nigerian leaders lauded Tinubu’s leadership, describing it as resilient, and essential in addressing Nigeria’s current challenges.
Goodluck Jonathan, Kashim Shettima, and other leaders lauded Tinubu’s leadership and democratic contributions as he marks his 73rd birthday.
The Presidency has dismissed Atiku’s allegations of financial dealings in Lagos as baseless, unfounded, and a distraction from his political setbacks.
President Tinubu has sought divine intervention for Nigeria’s peace, stability, and security while commemorating his 73rd birthday at the National Mosque.
Dame Aleruchi Cookey-Gam has urged Rivers indigenes to stand up as political tensions rise under the state’s sole administrator.
Tony Elumelu has been appointed to the IMF Advisory Council on Entrepreneurship and Growth by Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva.
President Tinubu has approved four new members for NCDMB’s Governing Council, strengthening local content development in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
The Senate has advanced a bill for same-day elections, aiming to cut costs, reduce campaigns, and streamline Nigeria’s electoral process.
Nigeria’s Foreign Minister Tuggar led a high-level delegation to Spain’s UROVESA, discussing CNG vehicle technology for Nigeria’s fleets.
President Tinubu will, ahead of his 73rd birthday, attend a special prayer session at the National Mosque in Abuja
Chibuzo Okereke has emphasised the need for a political culture that supports deploying credible technology to improve Nigeria’s electoral process.
Rivers Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas has suspended all political appointees of Governor Fubara, citing presidential authority.
Bayelsa Governor Diri has urged President Tinubu to reconsider the emergency rule in Rivers and prioritise dialogue for peace.
Shettima has urged the judiciary to resist blackmail and uphold justice, warning them against bending the law to serve selfish interests.
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