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The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has urged the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to fulfill the long-standing promises of democracy by delivering tangible benefits to Nigerians. In a statement released on Wednesday and signed by Robert Egbe, Media and Communication Officer at CAPPA, the group marked the 32nd anniversary of the historic June 12, 1993 elections and 26 years of uninterrupted civilian rule in Nigeria by highlighting the persistent hardship faced by millions across the country. “Democracy should not merely revolve around elections held every four years. It should bring meaningful change—improving lives, upholding rights, and…

A deadly overnight attack by suspected herdsmen has left several people feared dead and many others injured in Mtsewnem, Akondutyough village, located in the North Bank area of Makurdi, the Benue State capital. According to eyewitness accounts, the assailants stormed the community at approximately 3:00 a.m., launching a surprise assault on residents while they were asleep. Humanitarian worker and human rights advocate, Ukan Kurugh, condemned the attack, describing it as “deeply disturbing.” “In the early hours of today, around 3:00 a.m., I received a heartbreaking distress call accompanied by horrifying video footage and photographs of yet another attack believed to…

The Cross River State House of Assembly has suspended the Chairman of Bekwarra Local Government Council, Theresa Ushie, for a period of three months over allegations bordering on misconduct and corruption. The suspension followed a resolution passed by the Bekwarra Legislative Council on Tuesday and was subsequently adopted by the state assembly. In response to the allegations, the Assembly also constituted an investigative committee to probe the claims leveled against the chairman. It will be recalled that this is not the first time Ushie has faced backlash from her councilors, who three months ago initiated an impeachment process citing corruption,…

– Responds to Allegations Against Chidi Odinkalu, Describes El-Rufai’s Tenure as a “Reign of Terror” In a powerful and emotionally charged world press conference held today at Epitome Hotel, Kaduna, the Southern Kaduna Leadership Council (SKLC) mounted a vigorous defense of Professor Chidi Odinkalu, while launching a scathing condemnation of former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, over what they called a “reign of terror” during his administration. The press briefing, titled “Dispelling Lies and Hate Against a People: El-Rufai’s Reign of Terror Against Southern Kaduna”, was a direct response to an article by Muyiwa Adekeye, El-Rufai’s former media adviser,…

The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to retain Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate in the 2027 general elections, despite growing political pressure. In a statement released through his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele cautioned the president against yielding to internal or external calls to drop Shettima, warning that doing so could worsen tensions in the political landscape, especially in the North. “Tinubu’s re-election bid will trigger division in the North and cause widespread confusion,” the cleric stated. “To avoid blame and further complications, he must keep…

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Dele Momodu, has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for referring to some Nigerians as “busybodies.” The remark followed Tinubu’s comments on Tuesday, where he urged the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to ignore “busybodies and naysayers” and remain focused on his developmental mandate in Abuja. Speaking in an interview with Channels Television on Wednesday, Momodu expressed concern over Tinubu’s remarks, suggesting that the President appears to be overly defensive of Wike. He said, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who has been a political force in Lagos since 1999, has never shown the…

Elder statesman and one of Nigeria’s surviving First Republic senators, Suemo Chia, has made a touching public appeal to meet with the Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia. Speaking with visible emotion during a thanksgiving mass at NKST Church, High Level, Makurdi, held to mark the second anniversary of Governor Alia’s administration, the octogenarian expressed a deep, personal desire to offer his counsel to the governor before his time on earth ends. Senator Chia, now in his 80s, was seen seated quietly at the church entrance, hoping for a chance to meet the governor. However, due to…

The apex Igbo socio-cultural group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has cautioned the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) against aligning with individuals it described as enemies of their detained leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. In a statement issued on Tuesday by its factional Deputy President-General, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, and spokesperson Thompson Ohia, Ohanaeze expressed concern over what it called IPOB’s growing interference in its affairs. The group urged IPOB to maintain neutrality and desist from actions that could undermine the Igbo collective struggle. According to Ohanaeze, certain factions within IPOB appear to be influenced by individuals who are allegedly benefitting from Kanu’s prolonged detention.…

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North, has pledged his unwavering loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring he is ready to lay down his life to secure victory for the party. Speaking to journalists at his country home in Igbere, Abia State, Kalu reaffirmed his commitment to President Bola Tinubu and the APC, expressing confidence in the party’s prospects in the state. “I am APC to the core,” Kalu said. “I’m ready to lay down my life for this party. APC is strong in Abia, especially in Abia North. We will work hard to ensure victory for President…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has responded to remarks by Senator Ali Ndume, who cautioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu against premature endorsements for the 2027 presidential election. Ndume, who represents Borno South Senatorial District, raised concerns during an interview on Politics Today, a Channels Television programme, on Sunday. He warned that early endorsements could be insincere and may distract the president from his current mandate. “It is too early to start endorsing President Tinubu for 2027. The President should be wary of people rushing to pledge loyalty or push endorsements. These things may not be sincere, and they can distract…