Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress governorship primary election ahead of the 2027 polls. In a statement personally signed on Wednesday, Fubara said his decision came after consultations with family members, friends, and political associates. He added that he would support whichever candidate eventually emerges as the party’s flagbearer in the state. The governor’s withdrawal has sparked fresh political discussions in Rivers State as […]

The Nigeria Labour Congress has signalled the possibility of another major confrontation with the Federal Government over the worsening economic condition facing Nigerian workers, declaring that organised labour will continue to push for improved wages and better welfare packages. President of the NLC, Joe Ajaero, gave the indication during the unveiling of the roadmap for the 50th anniversary celebration of the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union in Abuja. […]

Ahead of Thursday’s governorship primaries of the All Progressives Congress, resistance to consensus arrangements has intensified across several states, as many aspirants rejected pressure to step down and insisted on participating in the contest. The development comes despite efforts by party leaders, governors, and stakeholders to reduce internal disputes through endorsements and consensus agreements ahead of the 2027 general elections. In many APC-controlled states, incumbent governors and preferred candidates have […]

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, has intervened in the lingering land dispute at Isokan Estate Extension in the Alao Akala, Elebu area of Ibadan, ordering an immediate stop to the planned demolition of about 200 houses in the community. The monarch gave the directive after a series of meetings with residents, landlords, community stakeholders and other parties affected by the controversy surrounding ownership of the land. The […]