Legal Practitioners Bill: Fears of Govt Capture, NBA Reprisal

President Tinubu's Legal Practitioners Bill, fast-tracked in Senate, risks turning the Body of Benchers into a government-controlled super-regulator. Critics warn it's institutional capture and a reprisal against the NBA. Read the full analysis.

Ondo Courts Shut Down Over Judicial Autonomy Strike

Judicial activities in Ondo State are paralyzed as magistrates and court officials begin an indefinite strike over autonomy and welfare. Governor Aiyedatiwa pledges 2026 budget implementation. Read the full details.

Court Upholds Death Sentence for Kebbi Woman

The Court of Appeal has affirmed the death sentence for Farida Abubakar for the murder of her ex-husband, a chief magistrate. Read the full details of the case and the Supreme Court appeal.

APC Secretary Urges Wike to Resign, Backs Fubara

APC National Secretary Ajibola Basiru calls on FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to resign and focus on Rivers State politics, declaring unwavering support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Read the full details and public reactions.

APC Credits Benjamin Kalu for Defections in Abia

The APC claims its grassroots strategy, led by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, is causing a wave of defections from LP and PDP in Abia State. Analysts see early signs of shifting political alignments for the 2027 elections.

Otu Swears in Egbung as Bekwarra LG Chairman

Cross River Governor Bassey Otu sworn in Egbung Odama as Bekwarra LG Chairman, ending a leadership crisis. He called for impactful grassroots governance. Read the full story.

Deposed Venezuelan Leader Maduro Pleads Not Guilty in US

Nicolas Maduro, the deposed Venezuelan president, has pleaded not guilty to US federal drug trafficking charges. He declared his innocence and insisted he remains Venezuela's legitimate leader. Read the full courtroom details.

APC Secretary Basiru Tells Wike to Quit Cabinet

APC National Secretary Ajibola Basiru fires back at FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, telling him to resign from President Tinubu's government and focus on Rivers State politics. Get the full details of the escalating political feud.

Rivers Deputy Governor Defects from PDP to APC

Rivers State Deputy Governor, Prof. Ngozi Odu, has officially defected to the APC, following Governor Fubara. She completed her e-registration and toured six zones to mobilize grassroots support.

EFCC: Bello Innocent Until Court Decides

EFCC clarifies its role in Yahaya Bello's trial, stating he is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The anti-graft agency says the court, not EFCC, will decide the outcome. Read the full details.

Sowore: My Defence Minister Will Be a Drone

Presidential hopeful Omoyele Sowore unveils radical security plan to replace fighter jets and ministers with drones. Discover his tech-focused strategy to tackle banditry and kidnapping.

Former Bayelsa Senator John Kojo-Brambaifa Dies at 81

Bayelsa State is in mourning following the death of former Senator John Kojo-Brambaifa at 81. Governor Douye Diri pays tribute to the elder statesman's legacy. This loss comes weeks after the deputy governor's demise.

Governor Walz Ends Re-Election Campaign

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz withdraws from his re-election race, citing a need to focus on governing and addressing a major fraud scandal. Read the full story.

Ex-Senator Dumps PDP Amid Leadership Crisis

Former Senator Abdallah Wali resigns from the PDP after 25 years, citing the party's internal crisis fueled by the Nyesom Wike and Seyi Makinde factions. Get the full details.

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