APC Leadership Tussle Deepens in Abia as Kalu Camps Signal Rival Authority

A fresh leadership controversy is brewing within the Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as top figures issue conflicting signals over who controls the party’s structure ahead of the 2027 general elections. The dispute appears to pit loyalists of Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu against the camp of former governor and current senator... Read More

Africa News, Breaking News, Politics

April 27, 2026

2027 Race: NDC Courts Obi, Kwankwaso with Joint Ticket Proposal

Emerging party opens two-week window for presidential bid amid widening rift over election deadlines and judiciary interference claims By Ifeoma Onyekachi The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has made an open appeal to Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso to defect to its platform and contest the 2027 presidential election, intensifying early political manoeuvres ahead... Read More

Africa News, Business, Nigeria News, Politics

April 26, 2026

KOGI STATE STRENGTHENS CHINA PARTNERSHIP FOR AGRO-INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AND SAPZ IMPLEMENTATION

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London Kogi State has taken a significant step in advancing its international partnerships aimed at accelerating the implementation of its Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ) programme. The SAPZ initiative is a strategic agro-industrial platform designed to boost food production, enhance processing capacity, create employment opportunities, attract private sector... Read More

Africa News, Breaking News, Business, community, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics

April 24, 2026

Court Orders Natasha To Pay N1bn Damages In Ex-Governor Yahaya Bello’s Defamation Case

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London A High Court in Lokoja has awarded N1 billion in damages against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in a defamation suit filed by former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello. The order according to a monitored NAN report contained in the Certified True Copy of the judgment dated April 23,... Read More

Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Governance, Justice, Nigeria News, Politics

April 24, 2026

Gov. Ododo Unveils Kogi Rebrand 2026, Declares “The Story Must Change”

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo on Thursday, formally launched the _Kogi Rebrand 2026_ initiative with a declaration “The story must change.” Speaking at the Banquet Hall in Government House, Lokoja, during the event themed _“Reimagining Kogi: Unlocking Opportunities, Building Prosperity,”_ the Governor said the era of allowing outsiders define... Read More

Africa News, Breaking News, Business, community, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics

April 24, 2026

Wike Waives C-of-O Fees for Nigerian Law School, Declares Emergency on Staff Housing

FCT Minister orders rapid regularisation of Abuja campus land and fast-tracks new housing and infrastructure to ease overcrowding By ifeoma Onyekachi The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved an immediate waiver of Certificate of Occupancy (C-of-O) processing fees for the Abuja campus of the Nigerian Law School in... Read More

Africa News, community, Education, Nigeria Capital, Politics

April 24, 2026

APC Shifts Presidential Primary to May 23 in Revised 2027 Timetable

Party cites legal compliance as nomination sales open April 25, screening begins May 6 By Ifeoma Onyekachi The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has revised its timetable for the 2027 general elections, moving its presidential primary election to May 23. The adjustment was announced on Thursday in Abuja by... Read More

Africa News, Business, Politics

April 23, 2026

Senate Confirms Darma as Minister, Pledges Action on Housing Deficit

By ifeoma Onyekachi The Nigerian Senate has confirmed the appointment of Muttaqha Rabe Darma as a minister following his screening at plenary. Darma was recently nominated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to replace Ahmed Musa Dangiwa as Minister of Housing and Urban Development. During the screening, Darma addressed lawmakers’ concerns on... Read More

Africa News, Governance, Nigeria Capital, Politics

April 23, 2026

Tinubu Seeks Senate Approval for $516m Loan for Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway

By ifeoma Onyekachi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally requested the approval of the National Assembly for a fresh external loan of $516.3 million to support the construction of the Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway, a major infrastructure project under his administration’s economic agenda. The request was conveyed in a letter addressed to the Senate... Read More

Africa News, community, Governance, Nigeria Capital, Politics

April 23, 2026

El-Rufai Arraigned in Abuja Over Alleged Cybercrime Offences

Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, on Thursday appeared before the Federal High Court in Abuja to face trial over an alleged three-count charge of cybercrime-related offences. El-Rufai, who served as governor from 2015 to 2023, was brought before the court amid tight security, as proceedings commenced on charges said to border on... Read More

Africa News, Breaking News, Nigeria Capital, Politics

APC Leadership Tussle Deepens in Abia as Kalu Camps Signal Rival Authority

2027 Race: NDC Courts Obi, Kwankwaso with Joint Ticket Proposal

KOGI STATE STRENGTHENS CHINA PARTNERSHIP FOR AGRO-INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AND SAPZ IMPLEMENTATION

Court Orders Natasha To Pay N1bn Damages In Ex-Governor Yahaya Bello’s Defamation Case

Gov. Ododo Unveils Kogi Rebrand 2026, Declares “The Story Must Change”

Wike Waives C-of-O Fees for Nigerian Law School, Declares Emergency on Staff Housing

APC Shifts Presidential Primary to May 23 in Revised 2027 Timetable

Senate Confirms Darma as Minister, Pledges Action on Housing Deficit

Tinubu Seeks Senate Approval for $516m Loan for Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway

El-Rufai Arraigned in Abuja Over Alleged Cybercrime Offences

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