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A presidential aide, Bayo Onanuga, has criticized former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, accusing him of making sensational statements for public attention. Onanuga’s reaction follows Obi’s claim that democracy in Nigeria has collapsed, a statement the former Anambra governor made while condemning the state of emergency declared in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. Speaking in Abuja, Obi recalled how the presidency had intervened in a past impeachment attempt against him as governor, contrasting it with the current political situation. In response, Onanuga argued that Nigeria’s democracy has only grown stronger over the past 26 years. He insisted…

Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Policy, has labeled Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Peter Obi a “failed politician.” Bwala’s remarks come in response to Obi’s recent statement at the 60th birthday colloquium of former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Emeka Ihedioha, in Abuja. Obi had claimed that democracy in Nigeria had collapsed, citing a decline in progress since the country’s return to civilian rule in 1999. Reacting on Tuesday via his X handle, Bwala dismissed Obi’s stance, questioning his understanding of democracy and his track record in democratic activism. “It is funny how…

Former Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Chijioke Ihunwo, has alleged that the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State was a premeditated arrangement between President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Tuesday, Ihunwo dismissed the justification for the emergency rule, insisting that Rivers State remains peaceful. He also refuted reports of a pipeline explosion in the state, claiming that the company involved had denied any such incident. “Nigerians have been criticizing Mr. President for this declaration. There is no war in Rivers State;…

The 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised concerns over the state of Nigeria’s democracy, stating that it is on the verge of collapse. Obi made this assertion on Monday during the 60th birthday colloquium of former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Emeka Ihedioha. His remarks were in response to the suspension of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Drawing from his own experience, Obi recalled how the federal government attempted to intervene when he was impeached as governor of Anambra State. He was removed from office by the Anambra State House of Assembly on November…

Renowned Nigerian musician, Dr. Alban Unoma Nwapa, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State, arguing that the President should have addressed the role of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, instead. The political crisis in Rivers State escalated to the point where Tinubu declared a state of emergency, suspending Governor Sim Fubara and his deputy for six months, along with all members of the State House of Assembly. The turmoil stems from an ongoing power struggle between Wike and Fubara, which led to the emergence of a parallel…

The federal government has engaged elite foreign military experts to train Nigerian soldiers in special operations, with a focus on counterterrorism and hostage rescue. Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar made this known during the launch of a training program for 800 soldiers in Kaduna State. He emphasized that, in addition to training, the government will equip troops with modern technology and advanced weaponry to enhance their ability to combat security threats. According to Abubakar, the first phase of the program will train 800 soldiers, with another 800 set to follow. He explained that bringing in foreign experts was necessary to counter…

Former Head of State and founding father of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), General Yakubu Gowon, has revealed that Nigerian students initially opposed the introduction of the Scheme. Speaking at his residence in Asokoro, Abuja, when the newly appointed NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, paid him a courtesy visit, Gowon commended the managers of the Scheme for sustaining its vision over the years. He acknowledged that at its inception, the NYSC faced strong resistance from students across the country. However, he noted that despite the early opposition, the Scheme had evolved into a nationally recognized initiative promoting…

A group of registered voters from Kogi Central Senatorial District has formally petitioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to initiate the recall process of suspended senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The petition, submitted on Monday at INEC headquarters in Abuja, was signed by the lead petitioner, Salihu Habib. The petitioners, operating under the name Concerned Kogi Youth and Women, cited a loss of confidence in Akpoti-Uduaghan’s leadership. They urged INEC to act swiftly and impartially in upholding democratic accountability, governance integrity, and the interests of Kogi Central constituents. “We, the undersigned, being duly registered voters of Kogi Central Senatorial District, hereby…

The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) has accused Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, of undermining democracy through alleged repressive actions against members of the State House of Assembly. At a press briefing in Abuja on Monday, the Centre condemned what it described as Governor Lawal’s undemocratic conduct, calling on President Bola Tinubu to declare a six-month state of emergency in Zamfara, similar to recent measures taken in Rivers State. Speaking on behalf of the group, Ibrahim Yakubu alleged that the governor’s actions amounted to economic sabotage, fostering instability and anarchy in the state. He highlighted the 13-month suspension of…

Unidentified gunmen have kidnapped Rev. Fr. John Ubaechu, the parish priest of Holy Family Catholic Church, Izombe, in Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State. Fr. Ubaechu was abducted on Sunday evening in Ejemekwuru, Imo State, while traveling to attend the Priests’ Annual Retreat. The incident was confirmed by the Owerri Catholic Archdiocesan Chancellor and Secretary, Rev. Fr. Patrick Mbarah. In a circular issued on Monday, the Archdiocese called for prayers, urging the faithful and the public to intercede for the priest’s safe release. “We invite all Christ’s faithful and all men and women of goodwill to earnestly pray for…