Politics

In anticipation of the upcoming Imo State governorship election in November, supporters of the Labour Party staged a peaceful protest, demanding a credible, accessible, and fair election. They also called for replacing the state’s Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC). The protesters, bearing banners and placards, voiced their concerns at the entrance of the Independent National Electoral …

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Mr Silas Onu, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State, has raised concerns over Governor Francis Nwifuru’s political affiliations. Onu claims that while Nwifuru contested under the All Progressives Congress (APC) banner, he continued to pay PDP membership dues until March when the governorship election took place. This revelation comes in …

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Youths spanning the three senatorial districts of Ondo state have expressed their concerns regarding the deputy governor, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa. They accuse him of allegedly trying to intimidate the state House of Assembly amidst the ongoing impeachment proceedings against him. These youths, representing the Concerned Youths and Citizens (CYC), have voiced their desire for peace …

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Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has extended his forgiveness to his deputy, Philip Shaibu. This comes after Shaibu’s public plea for reconciliation over their political disagreements. The two leaders had been at odds due to Shaibu’s aspirations to govern the state. Shaibu, addressing the media in Benin, implored Obaseki to forgive any unknown transgressions, aiming …

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Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Labour Party’s (LP) governorship candidate in Lagos, has voiced his disagreement with the Lagos State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal’s decision. He’s now gearing up to challenge this verdict in the appellate courts. The tribunal had upheld the election victory of the All-Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu. In response, Rhodes-Vivour released …

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Tonye Cole, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Candidate in Rivers, voiced the party’s astonishment upon learning that President Bola Tinubu appointed former Governor Nyesom Wike and several members of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) into his cabinet. This revelation came after a minor dispute between the two parties. During a courtesy visit to …

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has scheduled the Edo State governorship election for September 21, 2024. Meanwhile, the Ondo State election is set for November 16, 2024. This decision aligns with Section 178 (2) of the constitution, which mandates that such elections occur between 150 days and 30 days before the current officeholder’s tenure …

INEC Announces Dates for Edo and Ondo Gubernatorial Elections Read More »

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed deep concern over the recent fire incident at the Supreme Court, labelling it as suspicious. In a statement released by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, the party demanded an immediate comprehensive investigation into the incident. The aim is to determine the circumstances surrounding the fire and to …

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Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the Deputy Governor of Ondo State, has taken legal action against the state’s House of Assembly over their attempt to impeach him. The Assembly initiated the impeachment process last Wednesday, citing allegations of gross misconduct during Aiyedatiwa’s tenure as acting governor. This period of acting governance occurred while Governor Rotimi Akeredolu was on …

Ondo Deputy Governor Challenges Impeachment Move in Court Read More »

President Bola Tinubu recently appealed to US District Judge Nancy Maldonado. He asked her to direct Chicago State University (CSU) to shield his details. This includes admission records and transcripts. He wants only his certificate disclosed to ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s legal team. Atiku had previously secured an order from US magistrate Jeffrey Gilbert. This …

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