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Peter Obi has criticised the borrowing pattern under the administration of Bola Tinubu, warning that excessive loans are undermining Nigeria’s long-term economic prospects.   In a statement issued on Thursday, the former Anambra State governor expressed concern that the country’s rising debt profile, particularly its high debt-servicing obligations, is limiting…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a major reshuffle in Nigeria’s diplomatic leadership, appointing Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as the country’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs following the resignation of Yusuf Tuggar. Tuggar is said to have stepped down as he prepares for possible political engagement ahead of the 2027 general elections.…

The Delta State Police Command has detained an Assistant Superintendent of Police, Nuhu Usman, and transferred him to Abuja for disciplinary proceedings over the fatal shooting of a 28-year-old suspect, Mene Ogidi, in Effurun, Delta State. Reports indicate that Ogidi had been apprehended while attempting to send a package containing…

The African Democratic Congress has strongly criticised the ruling All Progressives Congress, accusing it of playing a role in the internal crises affecting opposition parties across the country.   In a statement released on Tuesday, ADC spokesperson Bolaji Abdullahi alleged that the APC orchestrated divisions within the Peoples Redemption Party…

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has described his private meeting with former President Goodluck Jonathan as fruitful, noting that their discussions centred on the future direction of Nigeria. Obi, who visited Jonathan alongside a delegation of prominent South-East leaders, said the engagement was part of his broader consultations…

Nigerian human rights advocate Francis Nwapa has accused South African President Cyril Ramaphosa of allowing xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other foreign nationals to escalate, citing what he described as the government’s inaction and silence.   In a statement issued on April 27, 2026, Nwapa criticised an incident in which…

I recently came across a news report covering the press conference announcing the pre-launch of a book on zoning in Enugu State by my friends, Dr. Cyril Uchenna Anioke, Dr. Ambrose Igboke, Dr. Chikezie Obasi, and Mr. Clinton Ume. Although I have not yet had the opportunity to engage with…

The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, Abubakar Sulaiman, has advocated for the adoption of fiscal federalism as a way to enable states to effectively manage and utilise their resources.   He made this known on Wednesday during the institute’s fourth public lecture held in Abuja,…

Former Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has criticised Ned Nwoko over his advocacy for the creation of Anioma State, accusing him of attempting to align the proposed state with the South-East and undermine Asaba as its capital.   Speaking during a meeting with All Progressives Congress stakeholders in Oshimili South…

Kaduna Gov Approves N4.2b Pension Funds, Pledges Commitment to Senior Citizens Welfare   ------ Says action underscores the administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare, dignity, and financial security of our senior citizens who devoted their productive years to public service.   The Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has approved the…