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2025

Ndume Lauds Tinubu’s Agency Appointments, Urges More Inclusion for South-East

News, Opinion, PoliticsNext Level, Nigeria, Politics

Former Senate Leader Ali Ndume has praised President Bola Tinubu for recent appointments to the boards of key federal agencies, describing them as a step toward addressing concerns in the northern region. However, the Borno South senator called on the president to ensure greater representation for the South-East in future appointments to promote national inclusivity. The new appointees, announced over the weekend, include Muhammad Babangida, son of former military Head of State Ibrahim Babangida, as Chairman of the revamped Bank of Agriculture. Other notable appointments include Lydia Kalat Musa as Chairperson of the Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority, Jamilu…

Jul

19

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Anambra PDP Governorship Candidate, Jude Ezenwafor, Survives Assassination Attempt in Abuja

News, PoliticsAnambra State, Politics

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for the upcoming Anambra State election, Chief Jude Ezenwafor, narrowly escaped death after being shot by unidentified gunmen in Abuja's Wuse 2 area on Friday night. Ezenwafor, who is currently receiving treatment at a private hospital in the nation's capital, confirmed the incident to journalists on Saturday morning. According to Ezenwafor, the attack occurred while he was on his way home from a private appointment. Two other individuals who were with him in the vehicle were also shot and are receiving medical attention. Doctors are preparing to perform surgery to remove bullets lodged…

Jul

19

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

CUPP Slams Edo Governor’s Threat Against Peter Obi as ‘Disgraceful Thuggery’

Lifestyle, Metro, News, Politics2027, Next Level, Nigeria, Peter Obi, Politics

The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) has condemned Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo’s warning to 2027 presidential aspirant Peter Obi as a “veiled death threat” and an assault on Nigeria’s democratic principles. The governor had cautioned Obi against entering Edo State without prior notification and approval, threatening that Obi’s safety would not be guaranteed and that he would “have himself to blame” if anything happened to him. The warning, issued during an event on Friday, marks the second instance of an All Progressives Congress (APC)-led state cautioning Obi, following a similar directive from Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia. Okpebholo…

Jul

19

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

The North/South Power Rotation Sermon By Ortom According To Saint Wike. Bode George’s Political Correctness. And A Nation That Has Refused To THINK.

Column, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Chris Nwaokobia, Nigeria, Nwaokobia Jnr, Politics

If the Rotation of Power was meant to solve certain presumed injustices and to enhance inclusion and unity, why is it difficult for Political Gladiators to concentrate on asking President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to be a One-Term President, afterall his section of the Country by 2027 would have ruled Nigeria for 15 years, whereas the South East has been in the saddle for only 6 months, and the South South for 5 years and a few weeks. Why aren't the gladiators truly concerned about Justice, Equity, Fairness, Inclusivity and Genuine Brotherhood? Has Power in the South West given the South…

Jul

18

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Stakeholders Demand New Constitution, State Police, and Single-Day Elections at National Summit

News, Politics2027, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

The Eminent Patriots of Nigeria, a coalition of elder statesmen, intellectuals, and civic leaders, convened a National Constitutional Summit in Abuja, where delegates called for sweeping reforms, including a new people-driven constitution, the establishment of state police, and the adoption of single-day elections. The summit, held on Friday, July 18, 2025, rejected the 1999 Constitution (as amended) as unrepresentative and military-imposed, demanding a complete overhaul of Nigeria’s governance framework. Former Commonwealth Secretary-General Emeka Anyaoku, reading the summit’s communiqué, outlined the delegates’ resolutions. They urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to submit an Executive Bill to the National Assembly, empowering the Independent…