A political tremor is shaking the soil of Jigawa State. 573 members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have dumped the ruling party for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in what many are calling a strategic move ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. The mass defection took place in Sabuwar Dan Masara, a town in Dutse Local Government Area, where the new PDP converts were formally welcomed by party leaders in a colorful gathering on Friday. Leading the exodus was Mustapha Adamu, popularly known as Shugaba, who declared that their decision was not made lightly—but out of growing discontent. “We’re…
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The political tide may be turning in Jigawa State as 573 members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Sabuwar Dan Masara in Dutse Local Government Area officially switched allegiance to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday. The high-profile defection, held in the heart of the Jigawa Central zone, was spearheaded by Mustapha Adamu (a.k.a. Shugaba), who led the exodus of disenchanted APC loyalists. He cited growing disillusionment with the APC’s leadership and a lack of internal democracy as key reasons for their exit. “We can no longer remain in a party that has lost its soul. The APC…
A political advocacy group, Fix PDP, Fix Nigeria, has come down hard on former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose and former Senator Dino Melaye, accusing them of turning against the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)—the same platform that, according to the group, lifted them from obscurity to national fame. In a strongly worded statement signed by Abubakar Muktar, the group described the duo’s recent criticisms of the PDP as “ungrateful and opportunistic,” warning that their actions amount to betraying the very foundation of their political relevance. “Let’s not forget history,” Muktar said. “One was a bread seller, the other a taxi…
In a sweeping move that could reshape global trade relations, U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a fresh 15 percent import tariff on Nigeria and several other African countries. The new tariffs, contained in an Executive Order titled “Further Modifying the Reciprocal Tariff Rates,” were announced in a White House statement released Thursday. The order specifies that the revised rates will take effect from 12:01 a.m. on the implementation date, impacting goods “entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption.” Countries hit by the new 15% tariff include: Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Uganda, Mozambique, Mauritius, Ghana, Malawi, Lesotho and Madagascar…
Nigeria’s path to prosperity is being redrawn — and leading the charge is a bold, private-sector-driven vision for economic transformation. On Thursday in Abuja, the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, hosted a high-level delegation from the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), led by its Director General, Mr. Sola Obadimu. Director of Information and Public Relations, Mohammed Manga in a statement indicated that the goal to forge a united front to fast-track Nigeria’s journey toward inclusive growth, resilience, and a $1 trillion economy. Minister Edun reaffirmed the…
Six law students abducted while en route to the Nigerian Law School in Adamawa have been safely rescued by operatives of the Benue State Police Command. The students, who began their journey from Anambra State, were intercepted and kidnapped on July 26, 2025, along the volatile Benue-Taraba boundary—an area increasingly notorious for abductions and armed violence. According to a statement issued Friday by Police Public Relations Officer, Udeme Edet, the students were rescued in the early hours of August 1 and have since been reunited with their families. “The six students of the Nigerian Law School, Yola campus, who were…
As Nigeria gears up for the 2027 general elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has launched a nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) campaign aimed at expanding citizen participation in the electoral process. Starting Monday, August 18, 2025, eligible Nigerians can pre-register online via the official INEC portal: cvr.inecnigeria.org. Physical registration follows a week later on Monday, August 25, at all INEC Local Government Area offices and specially designated centres across the country. The exercise will run weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., giving citizens ample opportunity to secure their place on the voter roll. “We urge all eligible…
After days of uncertainty and mounting tension in public hospitals nationwide, the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has suspended its nationwide warning strike, bringing a wave of relief to patients and families who have been caught in the middle of the standoff. Minister of Health, Prof. Ali Pate, broke the news to reporters on Friday afternoon, following a high-level, closed-door meeting with the leadership of the union in Abuja. “We have reached a mutual understanding with the association,” Pate announced. “Their grievances are valid, and we’re committed to addressing them. I commend them for choosing dialogue over…
In a moment that restored public faith in law enforcement, a senior officer of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command turned down an ₦800,000 bribe intended to bury a robbery case—sending a strong message that integrity still thrives within the Nigeria Police Force. The drama unfolded on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Unit, where CSP Ebong Thompson, the officer in charge, received an unexpected visit—not from a criminal, but from someone trying to negotiate one out of justice. Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, in a statement issued on Friday indicated that David…
In a strategic move to reposition its broadcast stations nationwide, the Director General of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN), Dr. Mohammed Bulama, has approved the appointment of Comrade Victorson Agbenson as General Manager of Bronze FM, Benin City, Edo State. According to a letter signed by the Head of Secretary and Legal Services, Olubukola Shonibare, on behalf of the DG, the appointment takes effect from August 1, 2025, and is aimed at promoting editorial excellence, expanding audience reach, and boosting revenue through innovative programming and professional station management. Comrade Agbenson, a seasoned broadcaster and administrator, brings to the…