Obasanjo slams lawmakers, calls constituency projects ‘open theft’
Obasanjo accuses lawmakers of “hunger for illegitimate money” and calls constituency projects “daylight robbery.”
Political Landscape
Northern Youths kick against State Police, warn of Political abuse
The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria has rejected President Tinubu’s proposed creation of state police, warning it would be abused and urging instead a massive overhaul of the federal police.
Peter Obi: Tinubu govt imposing taxes on citizens already in distress
Peter Obi condemned President Tinubu’s newly imposed 5 percent fuel tax as ill-timed and burdensome, especially for struggling Nigerians who “can hardly even afford the cost of transportation,” accusing the government of prioritising revenue over basic welfare.
President says “Nigeria is not borrowing again” amid data transparency concerns
Tinubu courted CPC leaders for 2027 support, declaring Nigeria had met its revenue target and would no longer borrow, despite concerns over fiscal transparency.
Tinubu reverses NTA changes, reinstates DG Dembos
President Tinubu has reinstated NTA Director-General Salihu Dembos and Executive Director of News Ayo Adewuyi, nullifying recent management changes at the agency.
Wike pledges to resolve judges’ housing challenges in FCT before 2027
“Before the end of the first tenure of Mr President, we would have solved 80 percent of your accommodation problems,” Wike said.
Reno Omokri faults Peter Obi’s silence on Simon Ekpa’s conviction
Reno Omokri has condemned Peter Obi for his silence over Simon Ekpa’s six-year terrorism sentence in Finland, accusing him of selective justice.
Jonathan eligible to contest 2027 Presidency, says Ubani
Constitutional lawyer Dr. Monday Ubani, SAN, has said former President Goodluck Jonathan remains legally eligible to contest the 2027 presidential election.
Mark My Words”: Marafa declares battle against Tinubu’s re-election
Ex-APC senator Kabiru Marafa has vowed to strip President Tinubu of one million votes in the 2027 elections, citing disenchantment with his leadership
Wike can’t be punished for anti-party activities without evidence– PDP
PDP says Wike cannot be punished for anti-party activities without a formal petition and evidence.