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FCT Minister Teleguiding Rivers Lawmakers to Impeach Governor – Dr. Nzomiwu

Posted January 9, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

----- Says the unfolding impeachment move is externally driven rather than a product of genuine legislative grievances. Veteran Journalist, Media Scholar and Public Relations Consultant, Dr. Chekwube Emmanuel Nzomiwu made this known while speaking on the topic “ Rivers State Politics:Can Governor Fubara be Impeached?,” on the programme, Beyond…

INEC Reaffirms Abure’s Removal, Bars Labour Party From 2026 FCT Area Council Elections

Posted January 7, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has restated that Barrister Julius Abure is no longer recognised as the National Chairman of the Labour Party, maintaining that the party remains ineligible to take part in the 2026 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections scheduled for Saturday, February 21. INEC…

Peter Obi Will Not Be Running Mate in 2027, Remains Strong Presidential Contender — Tanko

Posted January 6, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

The National Coordinator of the Obedient Movement Worldwide, Dr Yunusa Tanko, has reiterated that Peter Obi remains a strong contender for Nigeria’s presidency in 2027, stressing that the former Anambra State governor will not accept a vice-presidential role under any arrangement within the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Tanko made…

President Tinubu Calls for Calm and Dialogue Amid Nationwide Protests

ADC Slams Tinubu Over NNPC Debt Write-Off, Calls Move Unconstitutional and Harmful to States

Posted January 3, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has faulted President Bola Tinubu’s decision to approve the write-off of outstanding debts owed by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) to the Federation Account, warning that the move is unconstitutional and detrimental to state and local governments. In a statement released…

Labour Party Says Obi’s Exit Liberates Party, Apologises to Nigerians Over 2023 Candidacy

Posted December 31, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

The leadership of the Labour Party has described the defection of its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a development that has finally “liberated” the party, while also apologising to Nigerians for fielding what it admitted was an unsuitable candidate in the last general…

Peter Obi, South-East Leaders Dump Labour Party, Align With ADC to Challenge APC Ahead of 2027

Posted December 31, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

Former Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, alongside several political leaders from Nigeria’s South-East geopolitical zone, has officially declared allegiance to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing the urgent need to “save Nigeria from the failures of the All Progressives Congress (APC) administration.” The announcement…

Wike Claims He Is Nigeria’s Second Most Insulted Politician After Tinubu

Posted December 27, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has claimed that he ranks as Nigeria’s second most verbally attacked politician, coming only after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Wike made this remark on Saturday while attending a thanksgiving service held at the country residence of Chibudom Nwuche, Chairman of…

Gov Mbah Signs N1.62Trn Enugu 2026 Budget into Law, Says N870Bn IGR Target Realisable

Posted December 24, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

..._As House retains N1.3Trn Capital Expenditure, N321 billion Recurrent Expenditure_ ..._Economic sector tops sectoral allocations with N825.9% of total budget_ Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has signed the Enugu State 2026 Appropriation Bill into Law, restating his administration’s resolve to redouble the transformations recorded across every…

Makinde Explains Why He Won’t Back Tinubu’s 2027 Re-Election Bid

Posted December 23, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has outlined the reasons he will not back President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election, pointing to concerns about the preservation of democracy and the continued relevance of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The governor made the disclosure on Tuesday during a media…

Enugu LGAs Enjoy Full Autonomy, Partner State for Grassroots Development —-Barr. Ukwueze

Posted December 20, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

—--- Says the autonomy of local governments in the state has enhanced effective service delivery and brought governance closer to the people at the grassroots. The Executive Chairman of Igbo-Eze South Local Government Area and Deputy Chairman Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Enugu State Chapter, Barr. Ugo…

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