Nigeria's $550m Medical Tourism Crisis
Nigeria spends $549.29 million on medical tourism in 9 months, highlighting healthcare system failures. Experts call for investment, reforms, and trust rebuilding.
Category : Politics
Ogun State: Nigeria’s New Global Gateway Opens
President Tinubu commissions Gateway International Airport in Ogun State, marking a milestone in industrial transformation and economic growth.
Court Bars Police, FRSC from Fining Over Third-Party Insurance
Federal High Court in Abuja restrains police and FRSC from imposing fines on motorists for lack of third-party insurance, ruling only courts can impose penalties.
Prada Uzodimma: New Model for Disability Inclusion and Education
Prada Uzodimma, a lawyer and disability rights advocate, is transforming education equity and disability inclusion in Nigeria through scholarships and systemic change.
SDP's Adebayo Warns on INEC Credibility Ahead of 2027
Prince Adewole Adebayo of SDP questions INEC's readiness for credible 2027 elections, citing leadership appointment flaws and missed reforms.
Tinubu's N17bn Ward Fund Shows Grassroots Focus
BAT-IG convener Bamidele Atoyebi praises Tinubu's N17bn grassroots fund for 8,804 wards, calling it a step toward inclusive governance and community-based development.
Adeboye: Let God's Light Shine Through You
Pastor Enoch Adeboye calls on Nigerians to be vessels of God's light, emphasizing redemption through Jesus Christ and holy living.
2027 Election: PDP, 4 Opposition Parties May Endorse Tinubu
President Tinubu may secure a second term as five opposition parties, including PDP, are likely to endorse him due to internal crises and political alignments.
Natasha Rejects N1bn Ruling, Vows Appeal
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan rejects the Kogi High Court's N1 billion defamation ruling in favor of Yahaya Bello, plans to appeal, and insists her comments were in the public interest.
Project New Nigeria Combats Youth Apathy with Voter Drive
Project New Nigeria, in partnership with NDDC, held a voter sensitization campaign at Niger Delta University, awarding 300 scholarships and urging youth to obtain PVCs.
Ex-Kaduna Gov Yero Declares 2027 Senate Run
Former Kaduna Governor Mukhtar Ramalan Yero has declared his candidacy for the 2027 Kaduna North Senate election, citing overwhelming support from constituents.
ADC Urged to Prioritize Party Over Egos as Rivalry Heats Up
Political analyst Donald Okwuosa advises ADC to back Peter Obi for 2027, citing age and zoning factors, and urges Atiku and Kwankwaso to wait for 2031.
Lagos PDP Aspirant Adeoye Donates Equipment to Party
Adelaja Adeoye, a PDP governorship aspirant in Lagos, donates operational equipment to the party secretariat to boost efficiency ahead of 2027 elections.
Tinubu Urged to Sack Wike, Assign Multiple Ministerial Roles
Social commentator Ada Magaji Osekema calls on President Tinubu to sack Nyesom Wike as FCT Minister and give him multiple portfolios, similar to Fashola's super-ministry.
NMA Crisis: Audu-Led Faction Rejects Suspension, Faults EDM
The Bala Audu-led NMA faction rejects the suspension of its president, calling the emergency delegates meeting unconstitutional and invalid.
Tinubu's Reshuffle to Deepen Economic Pain: ASHE
Prince Justice Faloye of ASHE warns that Tinubu's cabinet reshuffle, replacing Wale Edun with Taiwo Oyedele, will worsen Nigeria's economic crisis due to flawed neoliberal policies.
Court Awards N1bn Against Senator Natasha in Defamation Case
A Lokoja High Court awarded N1 billion in damages against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for defaming former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello during a 2022 TV interview.
APC Must Apologise to Osun Civil Servants – Olajengbesi
Pelumi Olajengbesi, spokesman for Governor Adeleke's campaign, says APC must apologise to Osun civil servants for past hardships before seeking power again.
CSO Urges AGF to Review Victor Giwa Criminal Case
A civil society group calls on the AGF to review the criminal case against lawyer Victor Giwa and two others, citing concerns over civil vs criminal boundaries in Nigeria's justice system.
Yuguda Defends Jonathan's Record, Rejects Inexperience Claim
Bashir Yuguda rebuts Atiku's claim that Jonathan's challenges stemmed from inexperience, citing economic growth, infrastructure, and democratic legacy.
Ganduje Calls for Special Needs Investment to Curb Begging
Former APC chairman Dr Abdullahi Ganduje calls on governors and partners to invest in persons with disabilities to reduce street begging in Northern Nigeria.
Lagos NMA Suspends Secretary Over Unconstitutional Meeting
NMA Lagos suspends Secretary Dr Jimoh Hassan and others for roles in an unconstitutional gathering. Deputy Secretary takes over in acting capacity.
Prophet Boma Says Tinubu Will Win 2027 Election
Prophet Abel Boma predicts President Tinubu will win the 2027 election, despite opposition from Atiku and Obi. He claims divine revelation shows Tinubu still seated.
CISLAC Knocks FG Over Weak Tobacco Tax, Seeks Review
CISLAC has criticized the Federal Government's 2026 tobacco tax framework as weak and ineffective, urging alignment with ECOWAS standards and stronger public health measures.
APC Candidates in Ondo to Be Selected on Merit, Loyalty
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa says APC candidates for 2027 elections in Ondo will be chosen based on merit, loyalty and winnability, warning against do-or-die politics.
Wike Appoints Retired Director as Senior Special Assistant
Nyesom Wike appoints Alhaji Onsachi Musa Idris as Senior Special Assistant on Procurement, marking the second FCTA director to receive a post-retirement role.
Tinubu Swears In New Housing Minister
President Bola Tinubu has sworn in Dr Muttaqha Rabe Darma as the new Minister of Housing and Urban Development, replacing Ahmed Musa Dangiwa who resigned.
Ganduje Links Street Begging to Neglect of Disabled Persons
Former APC chairman Dr Abdullahi Ganduje attributes widespread street begging in Northern Nigeria to the neglect of persons with disabilities, urging more investment in education and assistive technology.
Yahaya Bello Backs Leke Abejide for 3rd Term, Urges Re-election
Former Kogi governor Yahaya Bello endorses Rep. Leke Abejide for a third term, citing experience and continuity. He also urges Abejide to defect to APC.
Archbishop Ibezim Urges Accountability, Blesses Ikezue's Senate Bid
Archbishop Alex Ibezim tasks politicians on accountability and blesses Venerable Tochukwuu Ikezue's senatorial aspiration during a visit in Awka.
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