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.
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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.
Six Ex-PDP Governors Attend APC Caucus Meeting
Six former PDP governors, including Fubara and Mbah, attended their first high-level APC National Caucus meeting in Abuja, signaling a major political realignment. Read the full details.
Court Halts APC, INEC Over Cross River Chairman Removal
FCT High Court restrains APC and INEC from enforcing a resolution against Cross River APC Chairman, Alphonsus Ogar Eba. Interim orders protect his position ahead of key party meetings.
APC USA Backs Oyebamiji for Osun Governorship
The APC USA Chapter endorses Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji for Osun's 2026 governorship, highlighting party unity as the critical factor to reclaim the state from the PDP. Read their full statement.
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.
Omisore: Oyetola Ordered Our Disqualification in Osun APC
Senator Iyiola Omisore claims Minister Adegboyega Oyetola directed the disqualification of seven APC governorship aspirants in Osun, calling it a 'hatchet job' to favour a preferred candidate. Read the full details.
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.
Omisore, 6 Others Disqualified from Osun APC Primary
APC Screening Committee disqualifies Senator Iyiola Omisore and six aspirants from Osun governorship primary for failing to meet nomination rules. Only two aspirants cleared.
APC Bars 7 Aspirants From Osun Governorship Primaries
The APC Screening Committee has disqualified seven major aspirants, including Senator Iyiola Omisore, from the Osun 2026 governorship primary. Only two candidates were cleared. Read the full details and implications.
Oyo APC Backs Tinubu for 2027, Seeks Unity
Oyo State APC leaders close ranks, endorse President Tinubu for a second term in 2027. The party aims for a 35% vote increase, focusing on grassroots unity and reconciliation.
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.
Cross River APC Chairman Alphonsus Eba Impeached
The APC in Cross River State has impeached its chairman, Alphonsus Eba, for refusing to resign. Ntufam Ekum Ojogu takes over as acting chairman. Read the full details.
APC Group Lauds Ex-Defence Minister Badaru's Performance
APC Integrity Group hails former Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar as a dedicated patriot, dismissing resignation claims and praising his security and agricultural impacts. Read the full details.
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.
National Assembly Declares Security Crisis, Seeks Death Penalty
Nigerian lawmakers declare security system near collapse, demand death penalty for kidnappers and sweeping security reforms amid escalating nationwide attacks.
EU Lawmakers Seek Easier Suspension of Shopping Platforms
EU lawmakers call for easier suspension of e-commerce platforms like Shein following outrage in France over the sale of childlike sex dolls. A court will hear the case on December 5.
APC Women Reject Mutfwang's Alleged Defection Bid
Hundreds of Plateau APC women protest Governor Caleb Mutfwang's alleged plan to join their party, endorsing Tinubu's second term. Leader Elizabeth Samson Yerse warns against welcoming him.
APC Women Reject Plateau Governor's Defection Move
Plateau State APC women wing protests Governor Caleb Mutfwang's alleged plans to join their party, endorsing Tinubu's second term bid. Read full details of the political showdown.
Gumi Gives Condition to Support Nnamdi Kanu's Release
Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi demands Nnamdi Kanu show remorse and call for peace before supporting his pardon. Read the full story and reactions.
Nigerian lawmakers investigate rising POS fraud cases
House of Representatives investigates escalating POS fraud reaching N52.26bn. Committee reveals security breaches, cloned terminals, and urgent need for regulatory framework. #POSFraud #FinancialSecurity
Lawmakers Ask Tinubu to Pardon Nnamdi Kanu
South-East lawmakers appeal to President Tinubu to grant presidential pardon to Nnamdi Kanu, arguing it would bring peace and national healing. Read full details.
Okesanjo Highlights Strategic Gaps in U.S.-Nigeria Talks
Temi Okesanjo provides strategic guidance to U.S. Congress on Nigeria engagement, emphasizing evidence-based approach and coordinated security response. Read more.
South-East Lawmakers Seek Tinubu's Pardon for Nnamdi Kanu
42 South-East federal lawmakers urge President Tinubu to grant Nnamdi Kanu clemency, warning his life imprisonment worsens regional security. Read the full appeal.
Falz Urges Nigerians to Hold Lawmakers Accountable
Nigerian rapper Falz calls for citizens to demand security accountability from lawmakers beyond social media activism. He questions government handling of recent kidnappings in Kwara and Niger states.
Kano APC backs Tinubu for 2027 presidency
Kano APC stakeholders unanimously endorse President Bola Tinubu as party's sole 2027 presidential candidate during strategy meetings hosted by Abdullahi Ganduje.
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