Ex-Senator Abdullahi Gobir Backs Sustained Military Offensive Against Bandits in Sokoto
SOKOTO, Nigeria — Former Senator representing Sokoto East and member of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) board, Ibrahim Abdullahi Gobir, has threw his weight behind the renewed military crackdown targeting terrorists, bandits, and criminal…
“Allow Those in the Field to Play”: Arise TV’s Sumner Sambo Faults Datti Baba-Ahmed’s 2027 Remarks
ABUJA, Nigeria — The Director of Politics at Arise News, Sumner Sambo, has publicly criticized Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, the 2023 Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, over recent political remarks concerning the upcoming 2027 presidential election.…
Political Earthquake in Kano: Senator Hanga, Former Governor Gaya, and Opposition Heavyweights Defect to APC
KANO, Nigeria — In a major political realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections, key opposition figures in Kano State—led by Senator Rufa’i Hanga and former Governor Kabiru Gaya—have officially defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress…
“How I Made ₦10m Monthly Selling Akara and Bread” — Governor Umo Eno
UYO, Nigeria — Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, revealed that he generated no less than ₦10 million monthly operating a small-scale akara (bean cake) and bread business prior to his venture into public office and politics. The governor disclosed…
Peter Obi Marks 65th Birthday by Funding 65 Free Pediatric Surgeries in Lagos
LAGOS, Nigeria — In place of traditional political rallies or lavish anniversary receptions, former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi marked his 65th birthday by sponsoring 65 free pediatric surgeries for children…
SHOCKING: George Galloway Brands President Tinubu a “Crook” and “Drug Bagman” on Live Show (WATCH VIDEO)
British politician and commentator George Galloway ignited a massive political storm after delivering an explosive critique of Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on a live broadcast of his program, The Mother of All Talk Shows (MOATS). Galloway…
NSA Not Behind Tin Can Island Arms Importation: Arms Control Centre Debunks Viral Video
The National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) has dismissed claims circulating in a viral video that connected National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu to a cache of illegal weapons intercepted at the Tin Can Island…
Timipre Sylva Resigns from APC, Accuses EFCC of Bias; Anti-Graft Agency Demands Surrender Over $14.86m Fraud
In a major political shakeup, former Bayelsa State Governor and ex-Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, has officially dumped the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a fiery resignation letter dated August 31, 2026, Sylva…
Sanwo-Olu, Gbenga Daniel to Address 2027 Elections and Insecurity at Freedom Online Lecture
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and former Ogun State Governor Senator Gbenga Daniel are scheduled to feature as guest speakers at the 7th Freedom Online Annual Lecture, focusing on political stability, security challenges, and perspectives on…
EFCC Suit Withdrawn: Adeleke Directs Osun Attorney-General to Drop Case After Tinubu’s Intervention
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has ordered the state’s Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice to immediately withdraw the lawsuit filed against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The legal action, which challenged the…
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