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LASIEC: No Political Party Barred from July 12 LG Polls in Lagos

The Chairperson of the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC), Justice Mobolanle Okikiolu-Ighile, has affirmed that no political party is barred from participating in the upcoming local government elections scheduled for Saturday, July 12, 2025. Justice Okikiolu-Ighile dismissed claims that the Labour Party was excluded from the polls due to internal crises that have split

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Peter Obi Confirms 2027 Presidential Bid, Denies Alliance as Atiku’s Running Mate

Opposition leader and former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has officially declared his intention to contest for the office of the President in the 2027 general elections, putting to rest widespread speculation about his political future. Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, dismissed rumours suggesting he would serve as running mate to Atiku Abubakar, the

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Sobomabo Jackrich Launches Rivers Grassroots Movement After Dissolving Simplicity Movement

Former Rivers State governorship candidate in the 2023 elections, Sobomabo Jackrich, has unveiled a new political structure known as the Rivers Grassroots Movement (RGM), aimed at mobilizing support for people-oriented governance and political engagement at the grassroots level. The launch of RGM follows the official dissolution of the Simplicity Movement, a political support group previously

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Rivers Liberation Movement DG Urges Youth to Lead Political Coalition, Warns Against Prolonged APC Rule

The Director General of the Rivers State Liberation Movement, Dr. Leloonu Nwbubasa, has called on Nigerian youth to take an active leadership role in the emerging coalition movement aimed at reclaiming political power for the people. Speaking during a radio programme, Dr. Nwbubasa said the time had come for young people to rise above tribal,

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Dalung Urges Fubara to Quit Politics After Tenure, Blames Simplicity for Political Setbacks

A prominent member of the newly formed political coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Hon. Solomon Dalung, has called on the embattled Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, to consider bowing out of active politics at the end of his tenure. Dalung, a former Minister of Youth and Sports, made the statement while addressing

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Rivers State Civil Servants Cry Out Over Unpaid June Salaries and Living Hardship

Civil servants in Rivers State are calling for urgent intervention as they continue to face the non-payment of their June salaries. Many have disclosed that they are now forced to borrow money just to survive, highlighting the severity of the situation. Some civil servants lamented that delays in salary payments were unprecedented during the administration

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Rivers elders welcome peace but urge respect for law, constitution

The reconciliation that just took place in Rivers State has received a big boost as elders and leaders of the state have commended the effort. Details: Elders and leaders of thought in Rivers State have welcomed the reconciliation that has just taken place between the Sim Fubara and the Nyesom Wike camps. Addressing newsmen Thursday,

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Rotimi Amaechi Praises Buhari’s Performance Compared to Tinubu

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has stated that although former President Muhammadu Buhari did not accomplish all his set goals, he still performed better than the current administration led by President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Amaechi made the remarks during a recent interview, where he highlighted key areas such as

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FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Declines to Disclose Details of Recent Truce with Rivers State Governor

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that he will not disclose the specifics of the recent truce brokered between himself and suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Wike emphasized that the most important outcome is that peace has been restored to Rivers State. Speaking during a media chat at

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House of Representatives Resolves to Step Down All Bills Transmitted from the Senate Over Delay in Concurrence

In a decisive move, the House of Representatives on Wednesday resolved to step down all bills transmitted from the Senate for concurrence, citing persistent disregard by the Red Chamber for over 140 House-originated bills awaiting Senate action. The decision was made amid heated debates over the undue delays hindering legislative progress. The resolution followed the

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