Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore attacked people leading efforts against President Tinubu's 2027 election campaign. The SaharaReporters publisher called coalition members exhausted individuals who helped create Nigeria's current problems. Sowore spoke during a Wednesday evening television interview on Arise News. He described these political figures as destiny thieves similar to cattle thieves. The activist said these leaders bear responsibility for the nation's struggles.
Sowore rejected joining any opposition group formed to challenge the current administration. He stated that ordinary citizens should create their movement instead of following established politicians. The publisher believes the anti-Tinubu coalition serves as a...
Former Benue State governor Gabriel Suswam blamed state leaders for destroying the Peoples Democratic Party. He appeared Wednesday on Channels Television to discuss problems inside the political organization. Suswam said governors share responsibility for creating chaos within party ranks. The politician accused party leaders of lacking clear direction and purpose. He warned these issues could damage the party beyond repair.
Confusion continues over who serves as the party national secretary position. Acting party chairman Umar Damagum recently told Samuel Anyanwu to return to work as secretary. Damagum made this announcement after visiting election officials with other party members. Different people have claimed the same job title in...
President Bola Tinubu credited former All Progressives Congress leader Abdullahi Adamu for his political success during a Wednesday visit to Nasarawa State. The president spoke at the opening of new government projects in Lafia. He praised current Governor Abdullahi Audu Sule for improving conditions across the state. Tinubu said his administration has performed well since taking office. He thanked former officials for their work that helped him reach the presidency.
The Nigerian leader expressed excitement about visiting Nasarawa State during his remarks. He noted the area has diverse cultures and people from many backgrounds. Tinubu said the state offers great potential for prosperity and growth. He believes residents will see...
Two former government leaders held talks about Nigeria's problems during a Wednesday meeting. Abubakar Malami served as the country's top lawyer under previous leadership. Peter Obi ran for president as the Labour Party candidate. The men discussed how to help their nation move forward. Their conversation took place in the capital city of Abuja.
Malami shared details about their discussion on his Facebook page after the meeting ended. He said both leaders care deeply about what happens to Nigeria in coming years. The former minister stressed that politicians from different parties need to talk with each other. He believes these conversations help the country make better decisions. Political rivals rarely meet for serious discussions...
President Bola Tinubu attacked his political enemies during a visit to Nasarawa State on Wednesday. He opened several new government projects during his trip. The president spoke harshly about people who want to remove him from office before the 2027 election. Tinubu said these opponents have lost their political standing. He compared them to people who have been forced from their homes.
The Nigerian leader told his followers to ignore the opposition groups. He said the enemies were actually working against themselves. Tinubu claimed his opponents should not receive support from anyone. He told the crowd that real hope exists with his administration. The president made these comments during the official ceremony for the new projects...
Nigeria's main opposition party faces fresh internal conflict as senior leaders challenge their acting chairman's recent announcements. Party officials from the Peoples Democratic Party working committee released a statement Wednesday contradicting Umar Damagum's earlier press conference. Damagum had declared the scheduled June 30 executive meeting would not happen as planned. He also stated Samuel Anyanwu could return to his position as national secretary. Senior party members called both statements false and against party rules.
The working committee said Damagum cannot change decisions made during their previous executive gathering. Party constitution gives the national executive committee final authority over all major choices. No...
Nigeria's opposition party leaders rejected claims about changing their important meeting date. The Peoples Democratic Party working committee said reports about postponing their June 30 gathering were false. Party officials also disputed stories saying Samuel Anyanwu returned to his secretary position. Committee members issued a statement denying these announcements on Wednesday. The group responded to earlier comments made during a press conference.
Acting party leader Umar Damagum had told reporters the meeting would not happen as planned. He also declared that Anyanwu could return to work as the national secretary. Senior party officials disagreed with both statements from their temporary chairman. They said his words went against...
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi urged President Bola Tinubu to focus on protecting Nigerian lives rather than building projects. Obi made his appeal after suspected terrorists killed more than 100 people and soldiers in Zamfara State. The Labour Party leader said the country faces a war situation that demands immediate action. He warned that Nigeria cannot continue ignoring the deadly violence happening across different regions. Obi described the bloodshed as a crisis that goes beyond normal political debates.
The politician compared Nigeria's death rates to nations fighting official wars. He said violent killings happen more often in Nigeria than in countries experiencing active conflicts. Obi stressed that government leaders...
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia visited Secretary to the Government George Akume at his Abuja home. The meeting signals an end to months of political tension between the two men. Alia posted about the visit on Facebook, calling it warm and respectful. Both leaders discussed state and national matters during their talk. The governor said they share goals for helping Benue State and Nigeria move forward.
Political problems started between Alia and Akume after the 2023 elections ended. Reports showed the men fought over who would control the All Progressives Congress party structure in Benue. The dispute split party members into different groups. Akume had helped Alia win the governor race as his political mentor. Their relationship...
