Category: Politics
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Bauchi Governor and Peter Obi Discuss Unity and Nation-Building At Historic Visit
Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has underscored the importance of unity, tolerance, and mutual respect as essential pillars for Nigeria’s progress. The governor made this statement during a visit from Mr. Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate and former Governor of Anambra State, alongside his entourage. Governor Mohammed emphasized the…
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Sexual Harassment: CNPP, CSOs Demand Akpabio Steps Aside for Unbiased Investigation, Say Senate President Can’t Be Judge in Own Case
Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) and civil society organisations (CSOs), under the auspices of the Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations (CNCSOs), have addressed the ongoing feud between the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, urging Senator Akpabio to step aside for fair investigation of the sexual harassment allegation…
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Matawalle Urges Security Agencies To Maintain Law And Order In Osun State
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Bello Mohammad Matawalle MON, has unequivocally expressed his concern on the recent incidents in the local government councils in Osun State. In the light of this significant development, according to a statement signed by Iyogun Sunday, on behalf of the Director Information and Public Relations at the…
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Matawalle Cautions Lawal, Affirms Northern Nigeria’s Unwavering Support For President Tinubu, Highlights Significant Reforms in the North
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle MON, has categorically refuted the recent comments by Dr. Babachir Lawal regarding the 2027 Presidential ambitions of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Matawalle emphasized that President Tinubu has made commendable strides in governance and that Lawal and his associates will be surprised by the resounding…
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Minister Matawalle Calls For Assertiveness On Global Stage Following Visa Denial By Canada
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle MON, has issued a resolute call for Nigeria to assert its position on the global stage in the light of recent diplomatic incident involving the denial of visas to the Chief of Defence Staff, General CG Musa, and other members of the Nigerian delegation.…
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Defence Minister to Amaechi: Desist from Inciting Violence or Face Consequences
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, H.E Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has condemned former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, for inciting violence and unrest among Nigerians. Amaechi’s remarks, made at a recent conference in Abuja, suggested that politicians must “steal, maim, and kill” to remain in power. Dr. Matawalle described Amaechi’s statement as “reckless and…
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Bauchi Governor’s Office Calls for Inclusive Governance and Respect for Dissenting Voices, Tackles Sunday Dare
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has slammed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media, Sunday Dare, for what he described as “unprofessional, disrespectful, and divisive rhetoric.” In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado on Sunday, Bala Mohammed’s camp accused Dare of turning his role into a platform…
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Northern Nigeria Stakeholders Reject Tax Reform Bills, Demands Inclusive Economic Policies
A recent town hall meeting convened by the Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) Gombe State Chapter, in collaboration with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and critical stakeholders, has unequivocally rejected the proposed Tax Reform Bills. The meeting, held at Gombe State University on January 6, 2025, brought together policymakers, academics, civil society actors, community leaders, youth…
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Enugu Council to Pay WAEC, NECO, NABTEB Fees for 2,400 Students
The Chairman of Enugu East Local Government of Enugu State, Beloved-Dan Anike, has announced his administration’s decision to sponsor the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WAEC), the National Examination Council (NECO), and the National Board for Technical Education (NABTEB) fees for all Senior Secondary School 3 (SS3) students in public schools within the council…
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Hon Edeh Empowers Nkanu East Youths with Skills Acquisition Programme
Hon. Okechukwu Sydney Edeh, the Executive Chairman of Nkanu East Local Government Area, who is also the chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Enugu State and the ALGON National Publicity Secretary, has reaffirmed his commitment to delivering Governor Peter Mbah’s campaign promises, particularly in the areas of youth empowerment and…
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