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Falz Urges Nigerians to Hold Lawmakers Accountable

Nigerian rapper Falz calls for citizens to demand security accountability from lawmakers beyond social media activism. He questions government handling of recent kidnappings in Kwara and Niger states.

APC Councillors Reject Mutfwang's Defection Bid

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.

US Lawmakers Divided Over Trump's Nigeria Actions

US Congress debates Trump's designation of Nigeria as Country of Particular Concern amid conflicting views on religious persecution. Key lawmakers disagree on characterization of violence.

Adeleke's Re-election Threatened by PDP Crisis

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke faces uncertain re-election prospects amid PDP factional crisis. Sources reveal he may explore alternative platforms if party disputes persist.

Former Kogi Governor Wada Defects to APC

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.

44 Lawmakers Call for Nnamdi Kanu's Release

44 federal lawmakers from across Nigeria have written to President Tinubu, demanding Nnamdi Kanu's release and political dialogue to address Southeast tensions and national unity.

Taraba Speaker, 15 lawmakers join APC

Speaker Kizito Bonzena and 15 Taraba Assembly members defect from PDP to APC, citing national party factionalization. All 24 members now belong to APC.

Taraba PDP Chairman Resigns From Party

Abubakar Bawa resigns as Taraba PDP chairman citing national leadership crisis. His exit comes ahead of Governor Agbu Kefas's planned defection to APC.

Two siblings perish in Rivers fire tragedy

Two young siblings died in a devastating fire that destroyed makeshift buildings in Rivers State, leaving 27 families homeless. Police investigation underway.

16 Taraba lawmakers dump PDP for APC

All 16 PDP members of Taraba State House of Assembly defect to APC, citing leadership crisis. The move comes ahead of Governor Agbu Kefas's expected defection. Read more about this political realignment.

Ajadi Storms PDP Convention After Defection

Former Ogun NNPP governorship candidate Olufemi Ajadi defects to PDP, attends national convention in Ibadan. Massive turnout signals party's 2027 election preparations.

US Sanctions Nigerian Organizations - Full List

American legislators have imposed sweeping sanctions on several Nigerian organizations, citing national security concerns. Discover the complete list of affected groups and the implications for Nigeria-US relations.

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