Otti Breaks Silence on Tinubu Meeting, Denies APC Defection
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.
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.
Nigerian Army troops arrest three men after arson attack in Karim, Taraba. Suspects gave false security affiliations. Read how the military prevented wider violence.
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.
Taraba Police Command clarifies an officer detained during an army raid was on lawful duty, not linked to militia. Army neutralised four militia members in Karim Lamido. Read official details.
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.
Nigerian Army troops arrest Alhaji Abubakar Bawa, associate of kidnapping mastermind Umar Musa, in Southern Taraba operation. Military says this marks progress in dismantling criminal networks.
Nigerian Army troops capture suspected kidnapper Abubakar Bawa in Taraba, exposing criminal network behind violent attacks. Operation Zafin Wuta continues to dismantle terror groups.
Nigerian troops arrest notorious kidnap suspect Umar Mus Geyi in Wukari, Taraba State. Suspect linked to multiple abductions, including Alhaji Jano's kidnapping. Military intensifies search for victims.
Taraba State payroll audit reveals over 7000 ghost workers removed from civil service. Governor Kefas praises transparent verification committee report. Read full details.
Nigerian Army arrests kidnap kingpin Alhaji Abubakar Bawa in Taraba. In related news, 50 of 300+ kidnapped schoolchildren escape captors in Niger State. Read latest security updates.
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.
Taraba State faces payroll crisis as verification committee and Accountant General clash over audit findings revealing 7,000 ghost workers and millions in overpayments. Read the full investigation.
Nigerian Army troops capture notorious kidnap suspect Umar Mus Geyi in Wukari, Taraba State. Suspect linked to multiple abductions including recent N20 million ransom case. Read details.
The abandoned APC secretariat in Gashaka, Taraba State, has been renovated by aspirant Fanuel D. Lawrence, symbolizing renewed political energy ahead of the 2027 elections. Get your PVC and make your vote count!
Nigerian troops apprehend suspected kidnapper Umar Musa Geyi while negotiating N20 million ransom in Wukari. The suspect was on security agencies' wanted list for Fulani resident abduction.
Catholic Bishop Mark Maigida Nzukwein condemns the Federal Government's silence over deadly attacks in Taraba. Over 70 killed, 10,000 displaced. Urgent action demanded.
Former LG chairman and community leader raise alarm over fresh attacks in Taraba's Bissaula, urging state government to deploy security and sustain fragile peace efforts.
Taraba State Government orders immediate closure of all public and private secondary school boarding facilities nationwide following recent student abductions in Kebbi and Niger states.
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas begins massive road construction across all senatorial zones, releasing N5bn per lot for key projects to boost connectivity and economic growth.
Former Kogi Governor Idris Wada defects to APC in high-profile ceremony attended by VP Shettima. Political analysts see this as strategic move ahead of 2027 elections. Read more.
Former Governor Idris Wada defects to the APC in a major Kogi political shift. Senator Ohere hails the move and outlines his 2027 Senate comeback bid, highlighting his legislative record.
Catholic Diocese of Wukari reports renewed violent attacks in Southern Taraba communities, with over 50 deaths and 300,000 displaced. Urgent government intervention needed.
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has directed immediate payment of salaries and entitlements to 1,410 civil servants cleared by verification committee. Read about the state's workforce reform.
NUJ President Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi urges Nigerian journalists to fight misinformation and restore public trust through ethical reporting at 2025 National Media Summit in Jalingo.