In a recent development within Nigeria’s political arena, Comrade Odih Rowland, a notable figure in the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has officially returned to the party following a brief departure to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) just three weeks ago. In a heartfelt letter addressed to the National Chairman of the PDP, dated August 27, 2025, Comrade Rowland expressed his sincere apologies for his recent decision to decamp from the PDP to the ADC on August 1, 2025. He acknowledged that this move was a grave mistake and highlighted the positive impact the PDP has had on his political…
Author: Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
The Federal Government has announced a new upward review of passport fees, pegging the 32-page five-year booklet at ₦100,000 and the 64-page ten-year booklet at ₦200,000, with effect from September 1, 2025. According to the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), represented by its spokesperson Assistant Comptroller of Immigration (ACI) A.S. Akinlabi, the increment is restricted to applications submitted within Nigeria. Nigerians in the diaspora will still pay $150 and $230 respectively. This latest increase follows a previous review in August 2024, which raised the costs to ₦50,000 and ₦100,000. At a mid-tenure retreat in Abuja, Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo,…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has filed six separate charges at the Federal High Court in Abuja against nine terror suspects implicated in the deadly attacks on Yelwata village in Guma local government area of Benue State. The attacks, which occurred on June 13, 2025, resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. Among the suspects, Haruna Adamu and Muhammad Abdullahi from Awe local government area of Nasarawa State face a four-count charge related directly to the Yelwata massacre and the earlier attack on Abinsi village. They, alongside others still at large, are accused of orchestrating the assaults on local communities.…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has distanced itself from Malam Bolaji Abdullahi, cautioning him against parading himself as the party’s Publicity Secretary and official spokesperson. In a strongly worded statement on Thursday, the ADC leadership said Abdullahi’s continued self-identification as its spokesperson was both misleading and a violation of the party’s internal protocols. “The ADC finds it imperative to address a matter of significant concern regarding the representation of our esteemed party. It has come to our attention that Malam Bolaji Abdullahi has been presenting himself as the Publicity Secretary and Spokesperson of the ADC,” the statement read. The party…
As the 2027 general election draws nearer, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu stands tall as the undisputed political strategist whose legacy, resilience, and achievements have continued to silence critics. While some opponents attempt to project themselves as alternatives, the reality is glaring: Peter Obi is afraid of even contesting a primary election, yet he dreams of clinching the presidency in a general election. On the other hand, former President Goodluck Jonathan, who lost as an incumbent in 2015 to the late Muhammadu Buhari, cannot realistically challenge Tinubu’s political machinery. Tinubu’s Political Mastery vs Obi’s Fear of Primaries Peter Obi’s political career…
The Ebonyi State Government has approved a fresh wage increase for civil servants, raising the minimum wage from ₦70,000 to ₦90,000 with immediate effect. State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Chief Ikeuwa Omebe, made the announcement on Thursday while addressing journalists after the Executive Council meeting. Omebe stressed that the decision underscores the government’s commitment to workers’ welfare rather than politics. “We want to state categorically that this is not a political statement, as this government does not toy with workers’ welfare,” he said. He explained that the administration has already cleared accumulated pensions and gratuities for state retirees dating…
Vice President Kashim Shettima chaired Thursday’s National Economic Council (NEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, gathering state governors and economic administrators to deliberate on the nation’s pressing financial concerns. Prominent attendees included AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum and Governor of Kwara State, alongside Hope Uzodimma, leader of the Progressive Governors’ Forum and Governor of Imo State. Also present were Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo, Gombe State Governor Inuwa Yahaya, Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno, Cross River State Governor Bassey…
Nigeria’s political landscape is heating up as Rotimi Amaechi, the former Minister of Transportation and ex-Governor of Rivers State, has vowed to contest the 2027 presidential election under the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Amaechi revealed his plans during an interaction with journalists in Kano State following a closed-door meeting with a coalition of traders. He made it clear that he would not withdraw for any aspirant. “I will contest the ADC presidential primary, and by God’s grace, I hope to win so that I can face Tinubu in 2027. I am not stepping down for anyone. Let the people decide…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has once again found itself in a leadership storm as former Deputy National Chairman, Nafiu Bala, has dismissed the appointment of Senator David Mark and former governor Rauf Aregbesola as party leaders. Nwosu’s Exit and Controversial Transition The crisis stems from the resignation of Ralph Nwosu, the long-serving National Chairman of the party, who relinquished his position in July. His National Working Committee subsequently handed over the party’s national secretariat to Mark and Aregbesola. But Bala has now come forward to dispute the arrangement, insisting that the ADC constitution empowers him to take over in…
In a landmark decision, Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has raised the minimum wage for civil servants to ₦104,000, positioning the state as one of the highest payers in the federation. The new wage, up from ₦76,000, was announced during a meeting with representatives of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) at the Government House in Owerri. Doctors’ pay was also raised from ₦215,000 to ₦503,000, while lecturers and tertiary institution staff saw their salaries increase from ₦119,000 to ₦222,000. Uzodimma highlighted the struggles his administration has faced, including insecurity, economic hardship, and collapsing infrastructure.…