Nigerian Government Ends Foreign Scholarship Programme
The Federal Government has announced the termination of its long-standing Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) Scholarship Programme, which has sponsored Nigerian […]
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“Peter Obi Is So Incoherent” – Journalist Blasts Labour Party Leader
Human rights activist and journalist, Abiodun Sanusi, has sparked a scathing critique of former presidential candidate and Labour Party figurehead,
Sowore Reacts to Exclusion from Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial Observer List, Labels Trial a “Futile Exercise”
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has reacted to his exclusion
Power for the Powerful: FG Approves N10bn for Installation of Solar Project Lights at Presidential Villa
The Federal Government has approved a N10bn allocation in the 2025 budget for the installation of a solar mini-grid at
“Tinubu Runs ‘Motor Park’ Brand of Politics”, Pastor Tunde Bakare Says
Parents Now throw their children over a fence to ensure access to charity food — Pst. Tunde Bakare…..”Nigeria demands Joseph-type
Rivers State Sole Administrator Summons Suspended Governor Fubara, Deputy
Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral (Rtd.) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, CFR, has summoned suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his Deputy,
No Safety Guarantee for Uninvited Visitors in Benue State, Benue Governor Alia Says
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has warned that he would not guarantee the safety of any person or group
Hon. Lateef Adeniji, Vocal Defender of Tinubu’s Administration, Killed After N50m Ransom Payment
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has temporarily shut down its secretariat in mourning following the tragic death of its Director
Nigeria’s External Debt Rises to $1.08 Billion
Nigeria’s external debt servicing has rose sharply to $1.08 billion in the fourth quarter of 2024. This marks a significant
Wike Hosts Suspended Rivers Legislators in UK
Suspended lawmakers from the Rivers State Assembly were hosted in the United Kingdom on Monday by the Minister of the
Minister Proposes Extension Of NYSC To Two Years
Nigeria’s Minister of Education, Olatunji Alausa has proposed an extension of the mandatory one-year National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to
Key Adviser to President Tinubu, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, Submits Resignation
Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, the Special Adviser on Political Matters to President Bola Tinubu, has resigned from his position after serving
Rivers State Administrator, Ibas, Announces New 2025 Budget
The Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retired), has announced that a new 2025 budget is being drafted.
World Bank approves fresh $500m loan for Nigeria
The World Bank has approved a $500 million loan to Nigeria, Galaxy TV revealed. According to the TV Station, the
Former Presidential Spokesperson Doyin Okupe Laid to Rest in Hometown of Iperu-Remo
Dr Doyin Okupe, former Presidential spokesperson to ex-Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, has been buried in his hometown Iperu-Remo,
Bisola Ajimobi Kola-Daisi, Late Ex-Gov. Abiola Ajimobi’s Eldest Daughter, Passes Away at 42 in the UK
Bisola Ajimobi Kola-Daisi, the first child of the immediate past governor of Oyo State, late Abiola Ajimobi is dead. According
Osun Unfortunate with Adeleke’s Leadership, Ex-Speaker Owoeye Says
Former Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Timothy Owoeye, has criticized the administration of Governor Ademola
2027 Transfer Window: Ex-PDP Governorship Candidate Jandor Meets Tinubu
The governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State during the 2023 general election, Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran,
2027 Transfer Window: Peter Obi is now the face of opposition politics in Nigeria and I’m ready to work with him – Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, who also serves as the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum, has stated
BREAKING: Major Dr. Hamza Al-Mustapha Reportedly Joins SDP
Major Dr. Hamza Al-Mustapha, a former Chief Security Officer to General Sani Abacha, has joined the Social Democratic Party (SDP).
Osun State Govt Responds to AGF Fagbemi’s Controversial Attempt to Interfere with Local Government Elections
The Osun State Government has found itself in a heated standoff with the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister
House of Representatives Issues 24-Hour Ultimatum to Arise TV and Reuben Abati Over Derogatory Comments
The leadership of the House of Representatives has issued an ultimatum to Arise Television News, and its anchor, Reuben Abati
Makinde Directs Oyo Workers to Wear Traditional ‘Aso Oke’ Every Thursday
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has introduced a new dress code policy, directing all civil and public servants in the
Berekete Family Anchor Ahmed Isah Warns Against Tinubu’s Handouts, Says Nigerians Deserve More Than Beans and Rice
Ahmed Isah, the renowned activist and radio personality behind the popular “Brekete Family” programme, has issued a stern warning to
‘You Haven’t Disappointed Us,’ Says Lagos Imam to Tinubu During Jumat Prayer
During today’s Jumat prayer service in Lagos, the Chief Imam of Lagos Central Mosque, Ridhwan Jamiu, openly expressed his confidence
Tinubu’s Tax Bills an ‘Invitation to Anarchy,’ Says Bauchi Governor
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s tax policies, describing them as “anti-northern” and warning that
Asari Dokubo Seeks Northern Alliance for 2027 Election, Claims Betrayal by Tinubu
Former Niger Delta militant leader, Asari Dokubo, has vowed to forge an alliance with Northern political leaders ahead of Nigeria’s
Denying Igbo Presidency Over Secession Attempt Is Unfair, Says Obasanjo
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has defended the Igbo people’s right to hold the presidency, asserting that it is unfair
President Tinubu is Free to Travel Anywhere He Desires – Presidency Speaks on Tinubu’s Trip from UK to France
The Presidency has said the President is still on his two-week leave and is not restricted to any particular location.
LAGOS ASSEMBLY VS ALIMOSHO LOCAL COUNCIL: WHO IS AFRAID OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT AUTONOMY?
(Being a press statement by Civil Society For Total Democracy CSTD; a group of pro-democracy movements, on the Local Government
Junketing President Tinubu Leaves UK for France Amid Fuel Price Hikes, Hunger at Home
Amidst rising fuel prices and widespread hunger at home, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has departed the United Kingdom for France.
Sokoto State Government Allocates N95.4 Million for Maintenance of Juma’at Mosques
The Sokoto State government has allocated a substantial sum of N95.4 million for the maintenance and upkeep of Juma’at mosques
State Governors Reportedly Renew Efforts to Stall Supreme Court’s Financial Autonomy Ruling for Local Governments
State governors have reportedly started initiating efforts to postpone the implementation of a Supreme Court judgment that grants financial autonomy
Nigerian Youths Prioritize Celebrity Feuds Over Political Change, Says Disappointed Activist
Human rights activist and Political Commentator Rotimi Dawodu has expressed disappointment in Nigerian youths for prioritizing celebrity feuds over political
Akwa Ibom State First Lady, Patience Umo Eno Is Dead
The Government of Akwa Ibom State has announced the passing of Her Excellency, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, the Wife
Olumide Akpata Accuses Labour Party Members of Selling Votes in Edo State Election
In the aftermath of the recently concluded Edo State governorship election, Labour Party candidate Olumide Akpata has leveled accusations of
EFCC Files Fresh N110.4 Billion Fraud Charges Against Ex-Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello
The EFCC has filed new charges against Yahaya Bello, alleging his involvement in a fraud amounting to N110.4 billion On
ASUU Issues 14-Day Strike Ultimatum Over Unpaid Salaries, IPPIS, and 2009 Agreement
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, demanding the resolution of
Police Crack Down on Political Thugs, Seize Weapons in Overnight Raids Ahead of Edo Gubernatorial Elections
Few hours before the commencement of Edo State governorship elections, the Nigeria Police Force arrested two political thugs and recovered
Petrol Price Renders N70,000 Minimum Wage Useless – NLC
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) said on Thursday that it will meet with the federal government to discuss ways that
Ajuri Ngelale Steps Down as Tinubu’s Spokesperson
Ajuri Ngelale, who served as President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, has resigned from his position, effective
Over 100 APC Members Defect from Party, Cite Tinubu’s Failure to Address Hunger and Hardship
Citing concerns over the hunger and hardship they attribute to President Tinubu’s administration, more than 100 former APC members in
Atiku Abubakar Urges Caution Amidst Dangote Refinery and NUPRC Dispute Over Crude Supply
Amidst rising tensions between the Dangote Refinery and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) over crude supply, former Vice
Ex-President Obasanjo Slams Nigerian Leaders, Says Many Deserve Jail Time
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has voiced significant concerns regarding the integrity of the country’s current leaders. He suggested that
Former President Obasanjo Issues Stern Warning to Tinubu Administration
Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has publicly addressed the Tinubu administration, questioning the government’s ability to fulfill campaign promises. He issued a
Nigeria Spends $600m Monthly on Fuel Imports, Reveals Minister
Finance Minister Wale Edun has disclosed that Nigeria’s Federal Government incurs a substantial $600 million monthly expense on fuel imports.
Former Labour Party Spokesperson, Kenneth Okonkwo Loses Confidence in Peter Obi, Accuses Him of Lacking Courage and Leadership
Kenneth Okonkwo, a former spokesperson for the Labour Party Presidential Campaign Council, has announced his departure from the party and
BREAKING: Nigerian Senator, Ifeanyi Ubah Reportedly Dies In London
Nigerian Senator from Anambra South, and an All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, is dead. PurpleWorld learnt that
Tinubu to Announce Minimum Wage Today as Organised Labour Meets with President at Presidential Villa
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to meet with organised labour at the Presidential Villa today, Thursday, to announce the
Ex-Military Leader, Eshanekpe Isreal Appeals for Calm Amid Planned August Protests
As the clamor for protests builds among Nigerian youths, a seasoned voice of experience has stepped into the fray to
Yahaya Bello Reportedly in ‘Protective Custody’ of Kogi Government Amidst EFCC’s Wanted Status
A recent report has allegeed that Yahaya Bello, former governor of Kogi State, has been detained under “protective custody” by
‘Some Ministers Can’t See Him’: Senator Ali Ndume Highlights Difficulty of Meeting President Tinubu
Senator Ali Ndume, the Chief Whip of the Senate, has raised concerns about the limited access to President Bola Tinubu.
Tinubu Establishes Ministry of Livestock Development to Tackle Herder-Farmer Conflicts
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has established a new ministry focused on livestock development, with the aim of resolving the ongoing
Nigerian Journalist Buhari Olanrewaju Ahmed Decries ‘Aso Rock Greenwashing’, Says First Lady’s Gardening In Comfort While Women Farmers Endure Murder, Rape, Insecurity In Troubled States
In a scathing critique of the First Lady’s gardening activities at Aso Rock, Nigerian journalist Buhari Olanrewaju Ahmed has denounced
2027: APC Expresses Faith in Tinubu’s Reelection
Maintaining a steadfast belief in President Bola Tinubu’s ability to secure a second term in 2027, the All Progressives Congress
Ademola Adeleke, Osun State Governor, Suspends SSA for Civil Societies, Adebisi, over Allegations of Diverting 70 Bags of Rice
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has suspended his Senior Special Assistant on Civil Societies, Comrade Emmanuel Adebisi, for allegedly diverting
Ogun State Government Reportedly Spent N2.3Billion on Welfare, Refreshments, and Foodstuffs in Three Months
A closer examination of Ogun State’s budget performance documents has uncovered a startling revelation: Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration spent a
‘I’m Sorry’: Kenyan MP, Wife Don ‘Apology’ Shirts After Bill Backfires, Sparks Nationwide Protests
In a remarkable act of contrition, MP David Gikaria and his wife Violet Nzisa Katua, who represent the Nakuru Town
Mr Macaroni Reminds Sanwo-Olu’s SSA: “Your Boss is Accountable to Me, Not the Other Way Around.”
Nigerian actor and comedian, Debo Adedayo, better known as Mr Macaroni, and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s media aide, Wale Ajetunmobi, traded
Labour Party Chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo Hints at Defection to APC
Prominent member of the Labour Party, Kenneth Okonkwo, recently disclosed his intentions to switch allegiance and return to the All
‘I Left Nigeria Better Than I Met It’ – Former President Obasanjo
Former Nigerian president Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has claimed that he left the country in a better state than when he
Tinubu’s Mandate Movement Sets Sights on Mobilizing 40 Million for Tinubu-Shettima as 2027 Presidential Campaign Ramps Up
In a bid to bolster support for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima’s political prospects, the Lagos-based political
Peter Obi’s Former Campaign Chief, Doyin Okupe Says Tinubu Is the ‘Best’ Presidential Candidate of 2023
Doyin Okupe, the former Director-General of the Labour Party Presidential Campaign Group, has now praised Bola Tinubu as the most
Osun State Governor, Adeleke Calls on PDP to Launch ‘March to 2026’, Seeks Reelection Campaign
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has kicked off his reelection campaign efforts, calling on the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) members
Tinubu Presented with New Minimum Wage Proposal of N105,000
The Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, has officially submitted an updated proposal to President Bola Tinubu According to reports, the
Respect for Religion Requested: MURIC Urges Organized Labour to Consider Sallah Celebrations and Avoid Creating Hardships for Muslims
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has issued a scathing criticism of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), accusing them of plotting
Peter Obi Compromises, Goes Across Aisle in Ambitious Push for PDP, Others Merger
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has expressed his willingness to accept a merger with
My First Year ‘Challenging, Fulfilling’ – President Tinubu
The past year has been marked by a tumultuous and complex landscape for President Bola Tinubu. Amidst persistent incidents of
Rivers APC Rallies One Million Supporters in Solidarity with President Tinubu
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held an impressive one-million-man march on Thursday, demonstrating their unwavering
Social Critic Oluwaseyi Oyetunbi Slams Oyo Governor for Sending Daughter to Yale Instead of Top-Ranked University of Ibadan
As Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde celebrates his daughter’s graduation from Yale University in the United States, social critic Oluwaseyi
Minimum Wage Negotiations Resume Amidst Discord: Government Proposes N54,000, Labour Insists on N615,000
The organized labour unions in Nigeria have collectively rejected the federal government’s proposed minimum wage of N54,000, according to a
Governor Makinde Proudly Celebrates Daughter’s Academic Milestone As She Graduates from Yale University
In a heartwarming display of pride and joy, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde congratulated his daughter, Tobi Makinde, on her
President Tinubu Hosts Senegal’s Young President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, at Presidential Villa
President Bola Tinubu warmly received Senegal’s youthful President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday. While
Nigerian Organised Labour Walks Out of Minimum Wage Negotiations Over Government’s ‘Ridiculous’ N48,000 Offer
Tensions between the Nigerian government and organized labor unions have reached a boiling point, as the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC)