Former Military President Ibrahim Babangida and prominent Northern figures honour late General Hassan Usman Katsina, calling his humility and patriotism a model for tackling Nigeria's current crises.
Former PDP National Publicity Secretary Kola Ologbondiyan has formally resigned, joining a wave of high-profile defections weakening Nigeria's main opposition party ahead of the 2027 elections.
The Peoples Democratic Party announces legal steps against Rivers lawmakers who defected again. The party also reaffirms the expulsion of Nyesom Wike and others. Read the full details.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says 16 Rivers lawmakers who defected to APC are free to go. He vows to work with remaining PDP members, urging party unity. Full details.
Rivers State House of Assembly reaffirms use of quarters auditorium as chamber amid mass defection to APC. Governor Fubara plans budget presentation in new complex. Full story inside.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed social media reports of his arrest in France as fake and politically motivated. He addressed the claims in Abuja on December 5, 2025.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike reacts as 17 Rivers State lawmakers defect from PDP to APC, calling it unfortunate but constitutional. Get the full details and analysis of the political shift ahead of 2027.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike justifies the defection of Rivers Assembly Speaker and 15 lawmakers to APC, citing PDP's internal crisis. He dismisses arrest rumours and vows to stay focused on his job.
Rivers State House of Assembly Speaker Martin Amaewhule and 16 other lawmakers defect from PDP to APC, citing irreconcilable party division. This major shift alters the state's political landscape. Read the full details and implications.
Rivers Assembly Speaker Martin Amaewhule cites deepening internal crisis as the reason for defecting to the APC with 15 lawmakers, pledging support for President Tinubu.
In a major political realignment, the Rivers State House of Assembly Speaker and 15 members defect to the APC, citing PDP divisions and praising President Tinubu. Full details inside.
Martin Amaewhule, Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, and 15 other PDP members defect to the APC, citing party crisis ahead of 2027 elections.
Turkish football legend Hassan Sas has sparked controversy by criticizing the quality of the Africa Cup of Nations, claiming European clubs are complaining. Read the full story and latest AFCON updates.
Political tensions escalate as Rivers lawmakers plan defection to APC, reportedly driven by Nyesom Wike's waning influence. Get the latest details on the unfolding crisis.
Two Zamfara State House of Assembly members have resigned from the APC, citing poor leadership and internal divisions. They have officially joined the PDP, strengthening the opposition's position in the state. Read more.
Lead City University celebrates its 18th convocation and 20th anniversary, graduating 3,379 students. Olubadan Oba Rashidi Ladoja and NLC pioneer Hassan Sunmonu receive honorary doctorates. Read more.
Abia State Governor Alex Otti clarifies his meeting with President Tinubu was solely about Nnamdi Kanu's case, dismissing rumours of a planned defection to the APC ahead of 2027 elections.
Prince Ibrahim Hassan Abdullahi, SSA to Nasarawa Governor, introduces his new third wife, Sadeeqa. He gifted her a house and a Mercedes-Benz GLK. Governor Sule presented the marriage certificate.
President Bola Tinubu met Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas at the State House, Abuja. This marks Kefas's first official visit since defecting from PDP to APC. Read the full details.
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas met President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa. Details emerge on his planned defection from PDP to APC. Read the full story.
Former PDP National Publicity Secretary, Olisa Metuh, has officially defected to the APC, citing abandonment by his former party during his legal trials. He revealed President Tinubu's crucial support. Read his full statement and the implications for 2027
Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai officially joins African Democratic Congress, receives membership card 000002. He aims to replicate 2015 coalition success against PDP in 2027 elections.
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia denies defection rumours to ADC, reaffirms commitment to APC while highlighting opposition collapse into ruling party. Read full details.
Lagos APC criticizes Atiku Abubakar's move to ADC, calling it political inconsistency. Spokesperson Seye Oladejo questions his commitment as Tinubu leads reforms. Read more.
Hundreds of Plateau APC women protest Governor Caleb Mutfwang's alleged plan to join their party, endorsing Tinubu's second term. Leader Elizabeth Samson Yerse warns against welcoming him.
Plateau State APC women wing protests Governor Caleb Mutfwang's alleged plans to join their party, endorsing Tinubu's second term bid. Read full details of the political showdown.
Kebbi State Police confirm arrest of suspect in brutal murder of 14-year-old Qur'anic student. Investigation ongoing to determine motive behind the attack.
Former VP Atiku Abubakar officially joins African Democratic Congress after leaving PDP, marking his 7th party switch in over three decades of political career. Full details inside.
Former APC councillors in Plateau State oppose Governor Caleb Mutfwang's alleged plans to join APC, citing governance failures and past anti-party rhetoric. Read full details.
Federal lawmaker Abubakar Hassan Nalaraba criticizes Nasarawa West zoning demand for 2027 governorship, advocating merit-based leadership instead. Read the full story.