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By Sam Tyav, Makurdi Against the acrimony and bad blood which marked the process of nomination of consensus candidates on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in many parts of Benue State ahead 2027, the exercise in Tarka State constituency was peaceful and accepted by stakeholders in the area. The House of Assembly seat for the constituency was zoned to Mbaayo council ward. Speaking on the outcome of the nomination exercise, the House of Assembly nominee for Tarka State constituency, Dr. Mark Nyitse, thanked people of the constituency for what he described as their orderliness and commitment…

*Following His, Obi's Exit From ADC *Reps Join NDC *Obidient Movement Hails As 'Courageous' Obi, Kwankwaso's Defection Millions of supporters of former governor of Kano State, Engr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, as well as well-meaning Nigerians have been enjoined to steer their political ships to dock in the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC). Engr. Kwankwaso reached out to the supporters and other Nigerians in a post on his official X handle today. The call followed his recent resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to NDC over the protracted leadership tussle in the former. Kwankwaso, who is seeking a joint presidential ticket…

*FG Agents Moving To Torpedo ADC As Done In LP, He Says *'We Now Live In An Environment That's Increasingly Toxic, Where The System That Should Protect And Create Opportunities For Decent Living Often Works Against The People' *I've Always Sought Governance That Has Compassion On The Weak, Vulnerable, One That Delivers People-Oriented Service, He Adds *ADC Rolls Out Timetable For Primaries, Atiku, Other Presidential Aspirants Take Turn 25 May *N100m Nomination Form Fee For Presidential Hopefuls, 50%, 25% Discount For Youths, Women, PWDs Respectively Seeking Any Position Frontline presidential aspirant and heavyweight of main opposition coalition African Democratic Congress…

*Church, Media Should Collaborate For Truth, Moral Values -Bishop By Emmanuel Ogoigbe, Warri Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State and the Vice-Chancellor (VC) of Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, Professor Samuel Ogheneovo Asagba, have charged graduates to embrace innovation, entrepreneurship and digital skills as critical tools for employment and job creation in a rapidly evolving global economy. Speaking during the 18th convocation ceremony of DELSU, yesterday, the governor, represented by the Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, said the state government is repositioning tertiary education to produce graduates who are not only job seekers, but job creators. Oborevwori noted that the…

Main opposition coalition African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reacted to the Supreme Court's return and recognition of the party's Senator David Mark-led leadership. The party hailed the apex court, describing the verdict as a decisive ruling. Apparently smelling an external hand in ordeal, ADC declared hat it will not be intimidated. In a statement issued yesterday, the party congratulated its members and leaders nationwide following the Supreme Court’s decision, which upheld the leadership structure of the ADC, including Rauf Aregbesola as National Secretary. The verdict is expected to have significant implications for the internal stability of the ADC and its…

By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu About 1,000 pregnant women have been registered by the Enugu State Government and a group, Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme (ECEWS), to access free health insurance scheme in the state, to eliminate malaria. The benefitting women, which gesture is part of the state's celebration of World Malaria Day (WMD), would get free malaria testing and treatment; free antenatal services, free delivery and free post-natal care for mother and child. Wife of Enugu State Governor, Mrs Nkechinyere Mbah, while receiving an award as Ambassador for Malaria Elimination, pledged to strengthen her commitment to zero malaria prevalence in…

By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan A member of the House of Representatives representing Ayedire/Iwo/Olaoluwa Federal Constituency of Osun State, Hon. Lukman Kayode Mudasiru, has declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) poses no threat to the ruling Accord Party ahead of the 2026 governorship election in the state. The Osun State governorship election is scheduled for 15 August, 2026, with incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke running for re-election on the ticket of Accord Party. Hon. Najeem Salam is the candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), while Hon. Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji is running on the APC ticket. Mudasiru, popularly known as L…

By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Stakeholders in Enugu North Senatorial District have paid a thank-you visit to Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, expressing deep appreciation for what they described as unprecedented development strides across the state and inclusive leadership in the zone. Speaking on behalf of the zone, the traditional ruler of Edem Ani and Chairman, Enugu State Traditional Rulers Council, His Majesty Igwe Samuel Ikechukwu Asadu, and the former President-General (PG) of Ohaneze Ndigbo, Chief John Nnia Nwodo, commended the governor for facilitating the appointment of Professor Simon Ortuanya as the first indigenous Vice Chancellor of the University of…

A Federal High Court in Abuja today restrained Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising any state congresses conducted by committees appointed by the Senator David Mark-led caretaker leadership of the main opposition coalition African Democratic Congress (ADC). Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, in her judgment, held that the responsibility for conducting state congresses rests with the party’s state executive committees, not the national leadership. The judgment is on the suit marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/581/2026 filed by Don Norman Obinna, Johnny Tovie Derek, Obah C. Ehigiator, Hon. Olona Yinka, Dr. Charles Idowu Omideji, Samuel Pam Gyang, and Obianyo Patrick as plaintiffs, suing for themselves…

Three years ago, the people of Enugu State entrusted the destiny of their beloved state to a man whose campaign mantra resonated deeply with the hopes and aspirations of Ndi Enugu: “Tomorrow Is Here.” At the time, many embraced the slogan as an audacious declaration of intent. Others regarded it as a rallying cry meant to inspire confidence in the possibilities of governance driven by innovation, courage, competence, and purpose. Today, three years into the administration of Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, that declaration has evolved from a political mantra into a living reality that can be seen, felt, and measured…