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State of Emergency in Rivers State: Rising Political Tensions and Calls for Fairness

EDITORMarch 21, 2025March 21, 2025

by EDITORMarch 21, 2025March 21, 20250139

By DAYO ADESULU The recent declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu has intensified political tensions, sparking renewed calls...

Politics

Obasa and Meranda Claim Speakership as Lagos Assembly Crisis Deepens

EDITORMarch 3, 2025

by EDITORMarch 3, 20250198

Speaker Mudashiru Obasa and Speaker Mojisola Meranda claim leadership position as the leadership crisis in the Lagos State House of Assembly takes a dramatic turn....

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Reps Clarify Stance on Proposed Creation of 30 New States

EDITORFebruary 7, 2025

by EDITORFebruary 7, 20250148

By MUHAMMED DANBABA Deputy Speaker Kalu: “No Side Taken, Proposals Must Meet Constitutional Requirements” Abuja, Nigeria – The House of Representatives has clarified that it...

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INEC Proposes Diaspora Voting, Phases Out PVC in Sweeping Electoral Reforms

EDITORDecember 13, 2024

by EDITORDecember 13, 20240302

By DAYO ADESULU The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has unveiled comprehensive reform proposals aimed at improving Nigeria’s electoral system, building on lessons from the...

Politics

Tinubu’s Adviser Sunday Dare Criticizes Obasanjo, Highlights ‘Renewed Hope’ Agenda

EDITORNovember 18, 2024November 18, 2024

by EDITORNovember 18, 2024November 18, 20240343

By DAYO ADESULU Sunday Dare Accuses Obasanjo of Hindering Nigeria’s Democratic Progress Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Public Communication and Orientation,...