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Presidency downplays Tinubu’s stumble, assures Nigerians

The Presidency has dismissed concerns over President Bola Tinubu’s health following a brief stumble during a public engagement. Presidential aides said the incident was minor and confirmed that the President would continue with his official schedule, including his planned visit to Türkiye They added that the President was in high spirits and fully fit to

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Group Raises Alarm Over Health of Detained Soldiers

A pro-democracy group has alleged that soldiers detained over an alleged coup plot are battling serious health challenges while in custody. The group appealed to the Federal Government to grant the detainees access to adequate medical care and ensure their rights are protected. The group further urged authorities to either charge the affected officers to

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APC Holds Ward Congresses in Ahoada East, Khana Ahead of Rivers Bye-Elections

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has conducted ward congresses in Ahoada East and Khana Local Government Areas of Rivers State in preparation for the February 21 House of Assembly bye-elections. In Ahoada East Local Government, the congress was supervised by an APC congress committee led by Smart Iheanazo, with members of the party’s appeal committee

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Rivers Lawmakers Face Constituency Backlash Over Poor Representation

Rivers State lawmakers are facing growing criticism from their constituents over alleged poor performance and lack of accountability. In Abonnema, Akuku-Toru Local Government Area, residents of State Constituencies One and Two—represented by Major Jack and Lolo Isaiah Opuende—have expressed strong dissatisfaction, accusing the lawmakers of failing to meet their responsibilities. Community and youth leaders who

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APC praises Atiku over son’s defection

The All Progressives Congress has commended former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for accepting his son’s decision to join the ruling party. Atiku’s son, Abba Atiku, recently defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the APC. In a statement, the APC described Atiku’s reaction as mature and democratic, noting that political choices should not affect family

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APC one-party agenda will fail, PDP aspirant insists

A Peoples Democratic Party presidential aspirant, Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has warned that any attempt by the ruling All Progressives Congress to turn Nigeria into a one-party state will fail. In a statement issued in Lagos, Olawepo-Hashim accused the APC of using defections and political pressure to weaken opposition parties ahead of the 2027 elections. He said

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Tinubu’s reforms beginning to yield results – Daniel

Former Ogun State Governor and Senator representing Ogun East, Gbenga Daniel, has said Nigeria is gradually recovering from its economic challenges under President Bola Tinubu. Speaking at a thanksgiving programme in Ogun State, Daniel stated that though the reforms introduced by the Federal Government were painful, they were necessary to stabilise the economy. He noted

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Otti says 2027 re-election bid unstoppable

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has declared that his chances of winning a second term in office in 2027 are unstoppable. He made the statement while responding to criticisms from opposition figures, including former governor Orji Kalu. Otti said his administration remains focused on delivering quality governance rather than engaging in political distractions. According to

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Rivers YPP Rejects Claims of Backing Tinubu, Distances Itself from Fake Spokesperson

The Young Progressive Party (YPP) in Rivers State has denied being part of any political parties supporting the re-election of President Bola Tinubu under the so-called Rainbow Coalition led by the FCT Minister aligned with former Governor Nyesom Wike. In a statement, Rivers State YPP Chairman, Dr. Danagogo Wenike-Briggs, described the claims as “laughable, baseless,

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Rivers Traditional Rulers Set Up Committee to Mediate Wike-Fubara Political Rift

The Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers has inaugurated a nine-member committee to mediate the ongoing political crisis between former Governor Nyesom Wike and his successor, Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The announcement was made in a statement signed by the Council Chairman, Eze Chike Amadi Worlu-Wodo, Eze Oha Apara IV of Apara Kingdom, on Wednesday in

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