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“God will not abandon Nigeria” – Jonathan

May 18, 2026May 18, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Urges hope amid rising moral crisis Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has warned that Nigeria is facing a dangerous moral and social decline, but maintained that the country will eventually overcome its current hardship through focused leadership, prayers, and collective commitment. Jonathan stated this yesterday at the opening session of the Thirteenth Anglican Synod in Abuja, where he painted a grim picture of a society increasingly troubled by violence, insecurity, and the erosion of values, particularly among young people. Addressing church leaders, bishops, clergy, and delegates, the former president said…

Senate debunks viral Akpabio ‘North must back Tinubu’ threat claim

May 17, 2026May 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Office of the President of the Senate has dismissed claims that Senate President Godswill Akpabio threatened northerners over the 2027 presidential election. The reaction followed the circulation of a viral video alleging that Akpabio warned that the North must support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the next election or risk being expelled from the country. The Senate President’s office described the allegation as false and dangerous. It said the claim was deliberately fabricated to create tension and mislead Nigerians ahead of the political activities leading to 2027. In a…

“Tinubu has destroyed democracy” ⁠- Buba Galadima

May 17, 2026May 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Says Electoral Act 2026 designed to frustrate opposition parties Secretary, Board of Trustees (BoT), New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP), Buba Galadima, has said that President Bola Tinubu-led government “destroyed democracy” in Nigeria. Galadima said this yesterday at the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) aspirants’ summit, which was held in Abuja. Furthermore, he held, the Electoral Act 2026 was designed to frustrate opposition parties. He also alleged that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) set up a committee long before the electoral bill was presented to the 10th National Assembly. According to…

Borno: Senator disburses ₦135m to APC executives for Sallah celebration

May 17, 2026May 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Senator representing Borno-Central, Kaka Lawan, has disbursed one hundred and thirty-five million, six hundred and fifty thousand Naira (₦135,650,000) to All Progressives Congress executives in his constituency ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. In a statement shared on his Facebook page on Friday, the senator’s legislative assistant, Usman Alƙali, said the gesture marks the third time Lawan has made such a donation since he joined the National Assembly. The post, written in Hausa and translated by our correspondent, read: “Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan shares ₦135,650,000 to APC executives in Borno-Central…

Kaduna H’Reps primary elections: Abbas, others emerge as candidates

May 17, 2026May 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has concluded its House of Representatives primary elections across Kaduna State, producing candidates for the 16 federal constituencies ahead of the next general election, with the exercise conducted in the presence of officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The primary election results, officially declared by party officials, featured a mix of decisive victories, competitive contests and a consensus emergence in some constituencies, setting the stage for the party’s campaign preparations across the state. One of the most prominent outcomes from the exercise…

“Nigeria can’t continue to normalise criminality, fear” – Hayatu-Deen

May 16, 2026May 16, 2026 Aminu Imam

Frontline presidential aspirant on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has declared that Nigeria can no longer continue to “normalise fear, criminality, and lawlessness”, as he unveiled a tough national security agenda aimed at crushing banditry, kidnapping, and violent criminal networks across the country. Speaking on Thursday at the Mohammed Hayatu-Deen Townhall, organised by Team Rebuild in Abuja, Hayatu-Deen said insecurity has become one of the greatest threats to Nigeria’s survival, warning that no nation can prosper when citizens live under constant fear and uncertainty. The…

2027: NDC slashes nomination fees for women, youths, PWDs

May 16, 2026May 16, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced special discounts on nomination and expression of interest forms for women, youths, and persons living with disabilities as part of efforts to encourage broader participation in Nigeria’s democratic process ahead of the 2027 general elections. In an issued statement signed by the party’s National Secretary, Ikenna Morgan Enekweizu, the party said the initiative reflects its commitment to inclusiveness and equal political opportunities for all Nigerians, both at home and in the Diaspora. According to Enekweizu, economic limitations, age, gender barriers, and physical disabilities…

2027: “Why we rejected Obi, Kwankwaso’s presidential ticket bid” – Baba Ahmed

May 15, 2026May 15, 2026 Aminu Imam

National Chairman of Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has explained why former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and the leader of New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, were unable to join PRP ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking during a Hausa political programme on radio in Kaduna, Baba-Ahmed said discussions between PRP and the two politicians broke down after disagreements over conditions for joining the party. According to him, Obi and Kwankwaso initially approached the PRP for possible collaboration, and negotiations progressed to…

Kebbi: Malami submits ADC gov’ship nomination form

May 15, 2026May 15, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Declares mission to rescue state Former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has submitted his governorship nomination and expression of interest forms at the national secretariat of African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Abuja ahead of the Kebbi governorship race. The development was disclosed in a statement issued yesterday by his media aide, Mohammed Bello Doka, who described the submission as the beginning of a political movement to reposition Kebbi State. According to the statement, the former minister is entering the race with a commitment to…

2027: Presidency questions Obi’s credibility on claim to leave after 4yrs

May 15, 2026May 15, 2026 Aminu Imam

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has reiterated that he would serve only one term if elected president, insisting he has no intention of remaining in office beyond four years. Obi made the declaration during an interview on Wednesday, where he said a single tenure would be enough for him to stabilise Nigeria and confront the country’s pressing challenges. According to the former Anambra State governor, the burden of leadership in Nigeria is too enormous for any serious-minded leader to stay longer than necessary without delivering measurable impact. “I…