By Fred Itua By any political standard, what played out at the inaugural Regional Meeting of the All Progressive Governors Forum in Benin City at the weekend, was not just a gathering of party chieftains; it was a powerful orchestration of political symbolism, deft leadership, and rising influence. When Senator Monday Okpebholo, the Governor of Edo State, hosted the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF), he didn’t just roll out the red carpet, he rolled out a new narrative for Edo and positioned himself firmly on the national radar ahead of 2027. In a region long seen as politically fluid and fiercely…
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By John Akubo As Nigeria’s political climate begins to take shape ahead of the 2027 general elections, one name continues to resonate across Kogi East: Senator Jibrin Isah Echocho. Far beyond the fleeting noise of politics, Echocho has become a symbol of dependable leadership, consistent delivery, and people-centered service. In a zone long plagued by weak representation and broken promises, he has proven to be the exception—and is fast becoming the standard. As a ranking senator already midway into his second term, he has been holding sway in critical committees such as that of customs and some critical adhoc committees…
By Ehichioya Ezomon Today, June 30, 2025, marks another decider for the long-sought reconciliation, peace, cohesion and stability in the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which’s fractured since the lead-up to the 2023 General Election that the party lost to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Scheduled for the party headquarters in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, this Monday, is the PDP 100th meeting of the National Executive Committee (NEC) – fixed in its 99th meeting on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 – which the Acting National Chairman, Amb. Umar Damagum, solely conveyed – without the co-signature of the…
***Champions Youth and Sports Development By Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse In a bold push to promote youth empowerment and social cohesion through sports, Senator Babangida Hussain, representing Jigawa Northwest Senatorial District, has successfully renovated and upgraded two township stadiums in the zone to meet national league competition standards. Speaking at the commissioning of the newly upgraded Gumel Township Stadium, which was officially unveiled by Jigawa State Governor Malam Umar Namadi, Senator Hussain reaffirmed his commitment to initiatives that uplift the youth, unite communities, and drive long-term development across the state. “I remain fully committed to advancing every initiative that empowers our…
The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially endorsed Senator Samuel Anyanwu as the party’s National Secretary. This was confirmed on Monday by the Acting National Chairman of the PDP, Umar Damagum, shortly after the NEC meeting held at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja. Damagum said the decision to affirm Anyanwu’s position was one of the critical resolutions reached at the meeting, emphasizing that NEC remains the party’s highest decision-making body. “Let it be clear that the NEC has affirmed Senator Samuel Anyanwu as the National Secretary of our great party,” he said. The…
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has declared his willingness to serve only a single term in office if that is what a future political coalition demands, reaffirming that for him, character and integrity outweigh political ambition. Speaking during a widely followed XSpace session tagged #PeterObiOnParallelFacts, which drew over 10,000 live listeners and thousands of audience comments, Obi laid out a vision for leadership anchored in humility, compassion, and national interest. “If the agreement is one term, I will leave on May 28, 2031 — not even May 29,” Obi said. “I’m not desperate to be president. I’m desperate…
In a searing critique of Nigeria’s worsening socio-economic conditions, Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II has declared that “every sector in the country is battered”, warning that the nation risks total collapse unless urgent reforms are undertaken. Speaking through human rights activist Auwalu Yakasai (Danmalikin Kano) at the 51st National Executive Council meeting of SSANU at the Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology, Wudil, Sanusi painted a bleak picture of a country spiraling under the weight of economic decay, institutional weakness, and public despair. “The economy is in decline, education is struggling, healthcare is deteriorating, and even the labour movement —…
The former National Treasurer of the Labour Party, Oluchi Oparah, has applauded the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for drawing the line against illegality and impunity by excluding Mr. Julius Abure from official engagements, saying the electoral body has “placed him exactly where he belongs.” Reacting to INEC’s decision to leave Abure out of the groundbreaking ceremony for its new national headquarters and the high-level Political Parties Consultative Meeting held on June 26, Oparah described the move as a “bold, long-overdue rescue operation for democracy within the Labour Party.” “In every sense of the word, Mr. Abure has been placed…
Arsenal have launched formal transfer talks with red-hot Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman, setting the stage for one of the summer’s most anticipated transfer battles. The Gunners are understood to have made initial contact with the Atalanta star, whose stock skyrocketed after a stunning Europa League final hat-trick that handed the Italian club its first-ever European title. With just one year left on his contract, Lookman is open to a new challenge—and Arsenal are hoping to lure him back to the Premier League. For Lookman, 26, a move to Arsenal would mark a homecoming of sorts. He began his professional career…
By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja In a heartfelt gesture that blends patriotism with quiet impact, the Kogi State Government has commended Hon. James Abiodun Faleke for his steadfast commitment to the security and wellbeing of his native state. Faleke, who represents Ikeja Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives but hails from Ekinrin-Adde in Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State, recently donated a brand-new Hilux patrol vehicle to the newly commissioned Smart Police Divisional Headquarters in his hometown — and his home state is taking notice. “This is not politics. This is love for one’s people,” said Kingsley Femi Fanwo,…