6 PDP Lawmakers in Zamfara Defect to APC
Six members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly have officially defected from the PDP to the APC, citing unresolved internal crises and poor governance. Get the full list of defectors and their reasons.
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Kano Buries Two State Lawmakers, Governor Yusuf Mourns
Kano State is in mourning as two NNPP lawmakers, Hon. Aminu Sa’ad Ungogo and Hon. Aliyu Sarki Daneji, were buried. Governor Abba Yusuf and NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso paid their last respects. Read more about the tragic losses.
Two Kano State Lawmakers Die Within Hours
Kano State House of Assembly plunged into mourning as Hon. Aminu Saad Ungogo and Hon. Sarki Aliyu Daneji died within hours on December 24, 2025. Read the full story.
Kano Assembly Mourns Two Lawmakers Who Died Hours Apart
Kano State House of Assembly plunged into mourning as lawmakers Aminu Sa’adu Ungogo and Aliyu Yusuf Daneji died within hours on Wednesday. Learn about their lives and legacies.
Anioma State: Group Calls on Tinubu, SE Lawmakers for Support
Anioma group urges President Tinubu and Southeast legislators to support the Anioma State creation bill, framing it as reclaiming 'lost Igbo territories'. The bill is currently at the caucus stage in the National Assembly.
Two Kano State Assembly Members Die Within Hours
Kano State is in mourning after the sudden deaths of two serving House of Assembly members, Hon. Aminu Sa’adu and Hon. Sarki Aliyu Daneji, on Wednesday, December 24. Details emerge.
NANS Petitions DSS Over Plot to Sabotage Tinubu's Reforms
Nigerian students' body, NANS, petitions DSS over alleged plot by a shadowy group and opposition figures to undermine key government reforms using unverified procurement allegations. Calls for urgent investigation.
Obaseki: God Will Punish Politicians Who Abuse Power
Former Edo Governor Godwin Obaseki issues a divine warning to politicians using power for personal gain, defends his legacy, and criticizes leaders who dismantle progress. Read his full statement.
Anambra Auditor-General Raises Alarm Over N750m
Anambra's Auditor-General reveals N750 million is unaccounted for in 2024, an improvement from N2.5bn in 2023. Experts call for transparency and citizen engagement to curb corruption.
Akpabio Calls for Stronger Police Protection for Lawmakers
Senate President Godswill Akpabio urges enhanced police security for National Assembly members, citing rising economic hardship and insecurity. Read his full address and analysis.
N750m Missing in Anambra, Auditor-General Raises Alarm
Anambra's Auditor-General reveals N750 million is missing from 2024 state funds, an improvement from N2.5bn in 2023. Experts call for transparency and citizen engagement to curb corruption.
Nationwide Defections Tilt Political Balance Towards APC
A wave of defections by lawmakers and party officials to the APC signals a major political realignment. Get the full details on the moves in Rivers, FCT, Sokoto, Zamfara, and expert analysis on Nigeria's leadership crisis.
Youth Coalition Calls for Defence Minister Matawalle's Sack
The Northern Christian Youth Coalition urges President Tinubu to sack Defence Minister Bello Matawalle over grave allegations. The group demands accountability to restore public trust in Nigeria's security architecture.
Fubara Confirms ₦600bn in Rivers State Treasury
Governor Siminalayi Fubara confirms Rivers State has ₦600bn in its coffers, pledges detailed public accounting of all funds and project spending. Read the full report.
NUPRC: Making Oil & Gas Work for Nigerians
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) is leading a historic shift towards transparency and accountability in the oil sector, turning a 'resource curse' into a national blessing. Discover how this reform benefits citizens.
Nigeria Wins $285m Award Against TotalEnergies
A tribunal orders TotalEnergies to pay $285.2m to NNPC, closing a decade-long oil dispute. This landmark ruling redefines corporate accountability and contract enforcement in Nigeria's energy sector. Read the full analysis.
Five Public Officers Honoured for Integrity in Service
Accountability Lab Nigeria awards five public servants for honesty and impact. The initiative aims to rebuild trust and shift accountability towards incentives and recognition.
Lagos APC Warns Against 'Immunity' Politics for 2027
The Lagos APC warns opposition parties against using 'immunity' narratives to avoid scrutiny ahead of the 2027 elections. Read the full statement on accountability and democratic principles.
US Congress Members Assess Security in Benue State
Governor Hyacinth Alia hosts US lawmakers to discuss Benue's security crisis. The visit follows President Trump's controversial 'Christian genocide' allegation and military threat against Nigeria.
PDP Moves to Sack Rivers Lawmakers Over Defection
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) vows to use constitutional means to remove 17 Rivers State lawmakers, including Speaker Martin Amaewhule, who defected to the APC. Read the full details and political implications.
Wike on Rivers Assembly Defection to APC
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.
Stakeholders Push for Accountability in Oyo Schools
Education experts and CSOs in Oyo State call for enhanced transparency and citizen oversight in schools to improve learning outcomes. Key actions identified.
Influencer Shows ₦30.7M Balance for Aunty Esther's Treatment
A Nigerian influencer's detailed financial transparency for Aunty Esther's treatment funds, showing a ₦30.7m balance after a ₦74k meal, earns widespread online acclaim. Read the full story.
17 Rivers Lawmakers Defect from PDP to APC, Wike Speaks
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.
Rivers Speaker, 15 Lawmakers Join APC
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.
Zamfara: Two APC Lawmakers Defect to PDP
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.
Akwa Ibom Assembly Rejects Motion to Ban Dog Meat
Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly rejects a bill seeking to ban dog meat consumption over health risks. Lawmaker's motion collapses without a seconder. Read full details.
US Presses Nigeria to End Sharia Law, Disband Hisbah
US lawmakers are urged to push Nigeria to abolish Sharia law and disband Hisbah commissions amid rising anti-Christian persecution. Experts warn extremist groups exploit these frameworks.
Tinubu Urges ICC to Uphold Sovereignty of Nations
President Tinubu calls on the ICC to respect national sovereignty. Nigeria reaffirms commitment to global justice, detailing domestic efforts on war crimes and humanitarian law.
SERAP sues Akpabio, Abbas over ₦18.6bn payments
SERAP files lawsuit against National Assembly leaders over missing ₦18.6bn for commission complex. Demand full accountability and transparency in public funds management.
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