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Yahaya Bello Petitions IGP, Demands Arrest and Apology from Senator Natasha Over Alleged Defamation

Yahaya Bello Petitions IGP, Demands Arrest and Apology from Senator Natasha Over Alleged Defamation

Fola Badmus03 mins

Former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP) over what he describes as defamatory statements made against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of the Kogi Central District. Bello, through his lawyer N.A. Abubakar, urged the police to invite the senator to substantiate her allegations with credible evidence. In the absence of such evidence, Bello called for her arrest and prosecution under laws related to criminal defamation, incitement of public disturbance, and dissemination of false information that could threaten public peace. In addition to the petition to the IGP, Bello also sent a formal letter to Akpoti-Uduaghan through another legal representative, R.O. Balogun. The letter demanded that she issue a public retraction and apology for the alleged defamatory remarks. Bello warned that failure to comply would result in legal action. The former governor insists that the senator made the offending statements during a homecoming event held on April 1, 2025, in Okehi Local Government Area, where she allegedly accused him of plotting an assassination. According to Bello, the accusations not only defamed him but also violated Section 24(1)(b) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, Etc.) Act, 2015. He described the statements as malicious and harmful, particularly the claim that he was involved in a murder plot disguised as mob or ethnic violence. Bello maintains that such allegations are not only false but also politically motivated and intended to damage his image. The former governor’s legal team argues that Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s actions have had far-reaching consequences. They claim she has painted Bello as a violent political figure, incited public distrust, and stirred ethnic tension within Ebiraland and the wider Kogi Central region. Furthermore, they believe she has misused her parliamentary position to spread unverified claims in a public and politically sensitive environment, thereby jeopardizing Bello’s political standing and personal safety.

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Security Crisis: Obi Urges President Tinubu to Return Home and Address Domestic Challenges

Security Crisis: Obi Urges President Tinubu to Return Home and Address Domestic Challenges

Fola Badmus02 mins

Amid rising insecurity across Nigeria, former presidential candidate Peter Obi has issued a passionate call on President Bola Tinubu to suspend his ongoing retreat in France and return home to address what he described as an “overwhelming security situation.” Obi, in a strongly worded statement on Tuesday, said the President’s absence comes at a time when the nation is grappling with mounting insecurity and loss of lives, particularly in Plateau and Zamfara states. “In the two weeks you have been away, over 150 Nigerians have lost their lives to insecurity across Nigeria,” he stated. “Pipeline explosions in the Niger Delta, resurging insurgency in the North-East, and rampant killings and abductions in the South-East all reflect a nation in distress.” The former Anambra State governor criticized the President for remaining abroad while the country faces worsening crises. “The CEO of the troubling company called Nigeria is retreating in a faraway land, while the headquarters is in chaos,” he added. Obi emphasized that the primary duty of any government is the protection of lives and property, noting that such a responsibility cannot be outsourced or handled from abroad. He called on President Tinubu to “rush home to take responsibility by addressing these disturbing issues,” stressing that the hope for a better Nigeria depends on leaders being present, accountable, and responsive to the needs of the people. “A New Nigeria is POssible,” Obi concluded.

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Atiku Slams Tinubu Over Insecurity Accuses President of Indifference Amid Rising Violence

2027: PDP Governors Playing Spoiler Role for Tinubu — Atiku’s Coalition

Fola Badmus03 mins

The coalition led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of sabotaging the opposition by aligning with President Bola Tinubu’s interests ahead of the 2027 general election. In a statement by spokesman Salihu Moh. Lukman, the coalition criticized the PDP Governors Forum for rejecting efforts to form a broad-based alliance of opposition parties. Lukman described the PDP as a weakened force, alleging that it had failed Nigerians by not offering credible opposition since losing power over a decade ago. He claimed that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) had effectively hijacked the PDP, using actors like Minister Nyesom Wike to ensure the party cannot mount a serious challenge in 2027. He further accused the PDP governors of hijacking the party’s organs and undermining internal democracy. Lukman noted that the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the PDP had not met in two years, illustrating the party’s dysfunction. He warned that the governors were now playing into Tinubu’s hands by opposing the formation of a united opposition front. According to Lukman, the coalition’s core mission is to rescue Nigerian democracy by restoring political negotiation, trust, and competitive democratic values. He emphasized that both APC and PDP had failed in this regard, often disrespecting agreements and sidelining democratic institutions. Despite resistance from PDP leaders, the coalition, which includes figures like Peter Obi, Nasir el-Rufai, Babachir Lawal, and other disenchanted APC leaders, remains committed to uniting patriotic Nigerians. Lukman extended a call to all political actors to join forces in rebuilding Nigeria’s democracy, warning that the future of the country depends on it.

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El-Rufai Slams Tinubu Government as Nigeria’s Most Failed Administration

El-Rufai Slams Tinubu Government as Nigeria’s Most Failed Administration

Fola Badmus04 mins

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has launched a scathing attack on President Bola Tinubu’s administration, labeling it the most corrupt and dishonest in Nigeria’s political history. In a fresh round of criticism, El-Rufai accused the federal government of thriving on false propaganda, particularly in its handling of the country’s worsening security crisis. He described the administration as “the most lying government” and questioned its credibility on key national issues. Addressing reporters, El-Rufai challenged the narrative that things were improving under the Tinubu-led government. “Can you afford three square meals? Can your salary buy what it used to two years ago?” he asked, highlighting the deteriorating economic situation. He insisted that the government had failed to offer practical solutions to the root causes of insecurity and had instead resorted to misinformation. “They announce that security has improved while notorious bandits like Dogo Gide, Mallam Abba, and Bello Turji are still at large,” he stated. He criticized the government for inflating claims of success in the fight against terrorism and banditry, arguing that most high-profile criminals remained active. “How many local governments in Katsina, Zamfara, and Sokoto are under bandit control?” he queried. El-Rufai warned that ignoring these realities amounted to a dangerous delusion. “You are free to engage in your grand delusion, but when you eliminate the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth,” he said. On his past support for Tinubu, El-Rufai distanced himself from the federal administration, stating that while he had campaigned for the president as the APC candidate, he was never part of his government. “From 2015 to 2023, I was focused on my duties as governor of Kaduna State. I can only account for what I did there. I was not involved in the running of the federal government,” he clarified. El-Rufai also revealed his efforts to rebuild the Social Democratic Party (SDP), which he described as a party with a credible history but in need of revitalization. “We have to build it from the ground up, just like we did with the APC,” he said. He affirmed his commitment to challenging what he called tyranny, incompetence, and grand corruption. Responding to comments from the APC national chairman that Tinubu cannot be unseated in 2027, El-Rufai replied, “Silence is the best answer.” He concluded by expressing hope that Nigerians would rise to reject bad governance and hold leaders accountable, emphasizing his visit to Katsina was both to offer condolences and to consult with SDP leaders on the party’s future.

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Governor Sim Fubara Clinches Court Victory Against Wike, Tinubu – Federal High Court Orders Sole Administrator to Vacate Government House

Governor Sim Fubara Clinches Court Victory Against Wike, Tinubu – Federal High Court Orders Sole Administrator to Vacate Government House

Fola Badmus14 mins

By: Joy Musa In a landmark ruling that has sent ripples across Nigeria’s political landscape, the Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has ruled in favor of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), ordering the immediate removal of the Sole Administrator appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from the Government House. The court’s decision, delivered on Tuesday morning, gives the Tinubu-backed appointee 48 hours to vacate the premises, reaffirming Governor Fubara’s constitutional mandate as the duly elected leader of Rivers State. The ruling follows months of escalating political tensions between Governor Fubara and his estranged political godfather, former governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. The crisis intensified after the controversial appointment of a Sole Administrator by President Tinubu, which many legal experts and political observers deemed unconstitutional and a breach of democratic norms. Justice Boma Diepriye, who presided over the case, ruled that the appointment of a Sole Administrator to oversee the affairs of a state with a sitting, democratically elected governor is “illegal, null, and void.” The court emphasized that the Nigerian Constitution provides no room for such an appointment in a federating unit where a governor has neither been impeached nor incapacitated. In his reaction to the judgment, Governor Fubara hailed the ruling as a “victory for democracy and the rule of law.” Speaking to a jubilant crowd of supporters outside the courthouse, he said, “The will of the people has once again triumphed over political manipulation and executive overreach. I remain committed to serving the good people of Rivers State without fear or favor.” Meanwhile, legal representatives of the federal government are expected to file an appeal in the coming days, signaling that the political standoff may not be over yet. Political analysts are calling the judgment a significant blow to the influence of Nyesom Wike, who has been accused by critics of using federal might to undermine his successor. This decision not only reaffirms Sim Fubara’s legitimacy but also sets a precedent in curbing excessive interference by the federal government in state matters. As Rivers State awaits the departure of the embattled Sole Administrator, attention now turns to how this ruling will reshape the power dynamics in both the state and national political arenas.

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Tribunal Ruling on Edo Governorship Election Sets Dangerous Precedent – Dr. Sam Amadi Warns

Tribunal Ruling on Edo Governorship Election Sets Dangerous Precedent – Dr. Sam Amadi Warns

Fola Badmus05 mins

Dr. Sam Amadi, Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, has cautioned that the recent judgment by the Edo State Governorship Election Tribunal could set a dangerous precedent, potentially reducing Nigeria’s 2027 elections to what he described as “farcical, impotent rituals.” Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Monday, Dr. Amadi criticized the Tribunal’s April 2 ruling, which upheld the victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in the 2024 Edo governorship election. He alleged that the judgment ignored overwhelming evidence of electoral malpractice. “If the judiciary allows the travesty that occurred in Edo State on September 21, 2024, to stand, we might as well forget about credible elections in 2027,” Amadi said. “Future elections risk becoming mere rituals — hollow processes used by the ruling elite to legitimize the unilateral appointment of political officeholders.” The former Chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) described the Tribunal’s decision as a judicial endorsement of what he called “an electoral coup” perpetrated by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). He accused INEC of manipulating election results and undermining the will of the electorate. Amadi argued that the tribunal failed to address clear violations of the Electoral Act, particularly Section 73(2), which requires the documentation of serial numbers of sensitive materials like ballot papers and result sheets prior to voting. He also criticized the tribunal’s dismissal of key evidence on technical grounds, despite what he termed “clear discrepancies” between the results uploaded to INEC’s Result Viewing Portal (IReV) and the final declared results. “In some polling units, the IReV platform showed the APC scored 31 votes, yet INEC declared 431 votes for the party using unsigned result sheets,” Amadi claimed. He further condemned the court’s failure to compel INEC to operate the BVAS machines in court, despite having ordered them to be presented as evidence. According to him, this failure unfairly shifted the burden of proof to the petitioners. “It was the court that ordered INEC to present the BVAS machines. So why didn’t the court ensure they were operated in its presence? Why should INEC’s non-compliance become the burden of those challenging the process?” he asked. “It’s a system that protects itself — punishing the victims of electoral malpractice while letting the perpetrators walk free.” Dr. Amadi emphasized that the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought remains non-partisan, with no vested interest in which candidate wins, but is committed to defending the integrity of Nigeria’s democratic processes. “This is not about PDP versus APC. It is about INEC versus the Nigerian people,” he stressed. “And now, it seems the judiciary has joined the ranks of those enabling democratic subversion.” He concluded by urging appellate courts to thoroughly review and overturn the tribunal’s verdict, warning that continued judicial leniency toward INEC’s failures would erode public trust in the electoral system.

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Thousands of Rivers Women March for Peace, Show Support for Governor Fubara

Thousands of Rivers Women March for Peace, Show Support for Governor Fubara

Fola Badmus05 mins

Thousands of women from the 23 local government areas of Rivers State recently took to the streets of Port Harcourt in a peaceful march to show solidarity with Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Organized under the banner of Rivers Women Unite for Sim (RWUS), the women wore white T-shirts and red or blue fez caps as they marched from CFC Junction along Aba Road to Polo Club in GRA. Dancing to Afrobeat music blasting from mobile speakers, the women carried placards with messages such as “Allow Governor Sim Work in Peace,” “O God Give Us Peace in Rivers,” “Peace is Priceless, Give Peace a Chance,” and “Rivers Mothers Stand for Peace.” Among the demonstrators were elderly, half-clad women who rolled on the ground with placards in hand, emotionally pleading for peace in the state. The peaceful demonstration also drew support from popular personalities including comedian Julius Agwu and Nollywood actress Hilda Dokubo—also the Rivers State Chairperson of the Labour Party—along with other entertainers. Participating groups included market women, the National Council of Women Societies (NCWS) Rivers Chapter, National Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Ijaw Women Connect (IJWC), Non-Indigenes Without Borders (NWB), Rivers Professionals, Arewa Women, and the Rivers Equity Club, among others. During the event, the women observed a minute of silence in honor of the late Dr. Herbert Wigwe, his wife, and son, before stating that the march was a collective effort to raise their voices in the face of the state’s current political tensions. Reading a nine-point resolution, former Rivers State Commissioner for Environment, Professor Roseline Konya, emphasized the women’s unwavering commitment to peace and support for Governor Fubara’s administration. “As mothers, we warn those who intend to pursue their political ambitions through violence to desist immediately,” she said. “We, the Rivers women, unequivocally condemn any attempt to undermine the office of the governor. We urge all politicians involved to act responsibly and uphold the dignity of the state.” Konya further stressed that ongoing political acrimony was a threat to the dignity of Rivers people and called for collective efforts toward building a stable and credible state. The women urged all residents and true lovers of Rivers State to speak out against threats, lawlessness, and attempts to incite anarchy. “We believe in peace and commend our courageous, God-sent Governor Fubara for choosing peace over chaos—an ultimate show of strength,” Konya added. “We will continue to mobilize and sensitize our people until genuine peace is achieved. Peace is not just a destination; it’s a way of life.” Other speakers, including Bonny LGA Chairperson Nancy Nwankwo, Beatrice Awala, and Professor Grace Akaloku, also voiced their unwavering support for Governor Fubara, declaring that he is here to serve the full eight-year term and calling on all parties to prioritize peace in the state.

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PDP Governors Rule Out Coalition Ahead of 2027 Elections

PDP Governors Rule Out Coalition Ahead of 2027 Elections

Fola Badmus02 mins

Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have dismissed the possibility of a merger or coalition with any other political party ahead of the 2027 general elections. This decision was outlined in a communiqué released on Monday following the PDP Governors’ Forum meeting in Ibadan, Oyo State. Speculation around potential mergers or alliances among opposition parties has been growing, with key political figures—most notably former Vice President Atiku Abubakar—pushing for a united front to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027. Despite this, the PDP governors stood firm, stating:“Noting the nationwide speculations about possible merger of political parties, groups and/or associations, the Forum resolved that the PDP will not join any coalition or merger.” However, the governors left the door open for others to join the PDP, saying the party welcomes any individuals, parties, or groups willing to align with its mission to unseat the APC. The Forum also reaffirmed its support for Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, amid ongoing political tensions, and condemned the rising insecurity across the country. They called for a strategic overhaul, including empowering state and local structures to effectively tackle security challenges. Governors present at the meeting included Bala Mohammed (Bauchi), Ademola Adeleke (Osun), Ahmadu Fintiri (Adamawa), Seyi Makinde (Oyo), Douye Diri (Bayelsa), Dauda Lawal (Zamfara), Agbu Kefas (Taraba), and Peter Mbah (Enugu).Deputy governors Akon Eyakenyi (Akwa Ibom) and Monday Onyeme (Delta) represented their states.

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