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The Process of Impeachment of a Governor: The River State Impasse or deal breaker?

Posted March 18, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

The process of impeaching a governor in Nigeria is outlined in Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution. It begins with a written allegation of gross misconduct signed by at least one-third of the members of the State House of Assembly. The Speaker of the House must serve the governor…

From Architect of Division to Opposition Leader: El-Rufai’s Political Transformation Under Scrutiny

Posted March 18, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, is one of the most polarizing figures in Nigerian politics, and his recent political movements have only amplified the complex, often contradictory legacy he has built over the years. Since stepping away from the political limelight after his tenure as governor, El-Rufai…

Rivers PDP Threatens to Expel Nyesom Wike Over Anti-Party Activities Amid Political Crisis

Posted March 18, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

The Rivers State chapter of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) has issued a warning to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, threatening to expel him from the party if the ongoing political crisis in the state is not resolved. The party accused the former governor of…

FCT Minister Revokes PDP’s Right of Occupancy for Plot in Central Area, Abuja

Posted March 18, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has officially revoked the Right of Occupancy for Plot No. 243, located within the Central Area (Cadastral Zone A00) of Abuja. The plot, originally granted to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), National Secretariat, has been taken back by the FCT…

Hon. Prince Henry Okojie Withdraws from Edo Central Senatorial By-Election to Focus on Constituency Duties

Posted March 18, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

Hon. Prince Henry Odianosen Okojie, the current member of the House of Representatives for the Esan North East/South East constituency in the 10th National Assembly, has decided to withdraw from the race for the Edo Central Senatorial by-election. His withdrawal was confirmed in an interview with The Whistler on Monday.…

NDYC Backs Strategic Alliance Between Governor Bala Mohammed and Peter Obi for a New Political Era

Posted March 17, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has expressed its strong support for the strategic collaboration between Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State and Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party Presidential Candidate. In a statement released by its leader, Israel Uwejeyan, the NDYC described their recent meeting as a significant step…

Rivers State Government and Assembly in Dispute Over 2025 Budget Following Supreme Court Ruling

Posted March 17, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

The Rivers State government and the state House of Assembly are currently engaged in a fierce dispute over the implementation of the Supreme Court's judgment, particularly regarding the presentation of the 2025 budget. The Assembly accuses Governor Siminalayi Fubara of deliberately obstructing the execution of the judgment, while the state…

Kano State Governor Reinstates Deposed Emir Sanusi

Kano Govt: Sanusi’s Reinstatement Still Valid, Supreme Court to Decide

Posted March 16, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

The Kano State government has dismissed reports suggesting that the Court of Appeal in Abuja nullified the reinstatement of Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano. Government officials clarified that the recent court ruling did not reverse Sanusi’s reinstatement but merely placed a temporary hold on its implementation…

2027: El-Rufai sparks division among Northern and Southern leaders

Posted March 16, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, has left the All Progressives Congress (APC) to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP), citing issues like lack of internal democracy within the APC. This move has stirred political discussions, with analysts speculating that El-Rufai might aim for the presidency, potentially with…

Gov Mbah Inaugurates Local Govt Service Commission, Harps on Inclusive Development

Posted March 3, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

Governor Peter Mbah has inaugurated the recently reconstituted Enugu State Local Government Service Commission, tasking the appointees on a productive and efficient local government system to ensure the success of the administration’s drive for inclusive development and prosperity. The Commission has Barr. Nana Ogbodo as Chairman, Hon. Peter Nnaji as…