Oyedepo: I Don't Belong to Any Political Party, APC Candidate Visits
Bishop David Oyedepo told APC governorship candidate Solomon Adeola he has never campaigned for anyone and belongs to no political party during a visit to Canaanland.
Category : State Governors
Makinde Raises LAUTECH Cleaners' Pay from N15k to N80k
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde approved a salary increase for LAUTECH Teaching Hospital cleaners from ₦15,000 to ₦80,000 monthly, surpassing Nigeria's ₦70,000 minimum wage, after their direct appeal during his visit.
Atiku Supporter Ahmed Bello Dies in Kaduna-Abuja Road Crash
Ahmed Bashir Bello, a youth leader and supporter of ADC presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, died in a road accident on the Kaduna-Abuja highway on October 15, 2026.
Ekiti Governor Sacks All Technical Advisors, Directors-General
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has sacked all Technical Advisors and Directors-General with immediate effect, completing the disengagement of political appointees ahead of his second-term inauguration.
Seyi Tinubu at 41: Renewed Hope Group Honors His Work
Renewed Hope Neighbour to Neighbour congratulated Seyi Tinubu on his 41st birthday, praising his youth empowerment and community development efforts while urging grassroots participation.
Ekiti Governor Dissolves Cabinet, Retains 3 Senior Officials
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji dissolves his State Executive Council, retaining three senior officials, ahead of his second-term inauguration on October 16, 2026.
Makinde Appoints New Chief of Staff After Resignation
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde has appointed Bashorun Akinwole as Chief of Staff and Aderonke Adedayo as Due Process DG, following Segun Ogunwuyi's resignation.
Delta Gov Gifts N50m Education Fund to Girl After Speech
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori awarded a N50 million education fund to Davina Ogheneovo, a secondary school girl, after her speech at the Model Technical College commissioning in Oghareki, Ethiope West, on Friday, October 9.
APC Group Accuses Makinde, Adekanmbi Over Attacks on Alli's Wife
SSACO alleges APC governorship candidate's wife, Alhaja Tawakalitu Alli, was attacked during medical outreach in Ibadan, alongside two other candidates' convoys, urging security agencies to investigate.
Zamfara Governor Urges FG to Suspend Creation of New States
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal has urged the Federal Government to halt the creation of new states, citing financial struggles of existing 36 states amid 56 new state requests before the House of Representatives.
Zamfara Gov Refuses Ransom for Abducted Brothers
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal refused to pay ransom for his abducted brothers, Yusuf and Amba, in 2025, saying he would never give money to criminals.
APM Youth Leader Names Adeoye Frontline for Lagos 2027
APM Lagos youth leader Zainab Aderinsola says Prince Adelaja Adeoye is the strongest opposition challenger for the 2027 governorship election, citing his background, agenda, and early preparation.
Okpebholo: I started casting out demons at 17, insecurity fight familiar
Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo says he began casting out demons at 17 or 18, linking his teenage religious experience to his current fight against insecurity and cultism in the state.
Edo Governor Claims He Cast Out Demons at 17, 18
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo said he began casting out demons at 17 or 18, drawing mixed reactions online after a video clip surfaced on X.
Anambra First Lady denies Peter Obi godfather claim
Nonye Soludo, wife of Anambra Governor, has denied Peter Obi's claim that he and his wife are godparents to the Soludo children, clarifying the actual arrangement.
Zamfara Gov Backs APC Colleagues Against Wike's Rainbow Coalition
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal backs APC governors opposing Nyesom Wike’s Rainbow Coalition, insisting Wike must choose one political side ahead of 2027.
Otti Explains Why He Cannot Oppose Tinubu's 2027 Bid
Abia Governor Alex Otti says his National Economic Council role prevents him from opposing President Tinubu's 2027 re-election, citing policy alignment and government cohesion.
Nigerians question Mbah's 101 advisers in Enugu
Nigerians react to Governor Peter Mbah's appointment of 101 advisers in Enugu, questioning the cost and necessity. The appointees include two Nollywood actresses.
Kebbi Mourns Gwandu District Head Sarkin Gabas Death
Alhaji Muhammadu Rasheed, District Head of Gwandu, died Wednesday in Kebbi. Burial at 3pm at Emir's Palace; Governor Nasir Idris shocked.
Group Praises Atiku for Scholarship to Niger Teen Miner
Rise Up Naija (RUN) has praised Atiku Abubakar for offering a full scholarship to Yusuf Aliyu, a teenager found working at a Niger State mining site, while criticising the Tinubu administration over the mining sector.
Qatar family visa: QAR 5,000 salary requirement published
Qatar now requires foreign residents to earn at least QAR 5,000 (about N1.8m) monthly to bring family members on a visit visa, with job category and health insurance conditions.
Germany Confirms 6 Visa-Free Countries Whose Citizens Can't Work Immediately
Germany allows visa-free entry and post-arrival residence permit applications for citizens of six countries, but only for non-employment purposes. Work requires a pre-travel visa.
Wike Slams Obi's Claim of Winning 2023 Poll in Rivers
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike rejects Peter Obi's claim of winning the 2023 presidential election in Rivers State, saying they won only in their imagination and citing tribunal failure.
Abia Ward Backs Tinubu, Kalu Re-Election Bids in Solidarity Walk
Residents of Ugwueke Ezeukwu Ward in Abia state have held a solidarity walk supporting President Tinubu and Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu's re-election bids in 2027.
Kwankwaso Open to Reconciling with Kano Governor Yusuf
Rabiu Kwankwaso says he still likes Kano Governor Abba Yusuf and is open to forgiveness despite Yusuf's defection to the APC and alliance with Ganduje.
Ex-Anambra SSG: Obi Handed Over N86.6bn to Obiano
Former Anambra SSG Oseloka Obaze confirms Peter Obi handed over N86.6bn to Willie Obiano in 2014, releasing the handover letter as debt dispute with Soludo's government intensifies.
Abia Governor Alex Otti Vows to Retire From Politics After Tenure
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has declared he will retire from politics after his current term, ruling out a Senate bid and rejecting godfatherism, urging younger Nigerians to take over leadership.
Sokoto Governor Condoles Sultan Over Stepmother's Death at 100
Sokoto Governor Ahmed Aliyu visited Sultan of Sokoto to condole over stepmother Hajiya Nana Asma'u's death at 100, offering prayers and extending condolences to other bereaved families.
President Samia's Idda: Mourning and Leading Tanzania
Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan mourns husband Hafidh Amir Hassan. The Mufti says observing Idda doesn't stop her presidential duties. Islamic law requires a four-month, ten-day mourning period.
Rhodes-Vivour to Campaign in Yoruba for 2027 Lagos Guber
Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, ADC's Lagos governorship candidate, says he has hired a Yoruba teacher and will campaign in Yoruba for the 2027 election, focusing on flooding, housing, and traffic.
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