Governors from the All Progressives Congress (APC) have reiterated their unwavering commitment to President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, following the conclusion of a crucial two-day Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) meeting in Benin City, Edo State. The meeting, hosted by Edo State Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo, culminated on Saturday, June 28, 2025, with the adoption of a communiqué outlining the Forum’s resolutions on Nigeria’s development, intergovernmental collaboration, and the APC’s future. Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, who chairs the PGF, read the communiqué, stating that the gathering provided “a crucial platform to harmonise development strategies, reinforce party cohesion, and…
Author: Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Abdullahi Ganduje’s resignation as APC National Chairman on Friday has sent ripples through Nigeria’s political landscape. Sources at the APC secretariat disclosed that Ganduje made the decision to step down following internal developments within the party. By 3 p.m., insiders revealed that Ganduje was considering resignation due to ongoing discussions at the highest levels of the party. Despite attempts by party leaders, including National Secretary Ajibola Basiru, to dissuade him, Ganduje’s resignation became official by 4:15 p.m. A party insider explained, “He is upset that Kwankwaso is coming to the APC. I think the two of them are sworn enemies.…
A dramatic abduction in Awka, Anambra State, has prompted a swift response from the state’s police command, who are now actively pursuing the gunmen responsible for kidnapping a local resident. The incident unfolded early Friday morning, when three armed men in a stainless-coloured Toyota Highlander without license plates ambushed the victim near his home. Witnesses described a chaotic scene as the assailants fired weapons indiscriminately before seizing their target. A video capturing the event has gone viral, offering critical insight into the suspects’ actions and vehicle. Police have confirmed that the footage is central to their ongoing investigation. SP Tochukwu…
The Northern States Governors’ Forum has expressed profound sorrow at the passing of Alhaji Aminu Dantata, a distinguished industrialist and philanthropist from Kano, who died at the age of 94. The news was confirmed by Muhammadu Yahaya, Governor of Gombe State and current Chairman of the Forum, who issued a condolence statement on behalf of all Northern governors. In his address, Yahaya, through his Director-General of Press Affairs, Ismaila Misilli, praised Dantata’s extraordinary contributions to the private sector, describing him as “one of Africa’s wealthiest and most respected private sector figures.” Yahaya’s message underscored the gravity of the loss, stating,…
The Nigerian business community is mourning the loss of one of its most prominent figures, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, who died at the age of 94. His passing was publicly confirmed on Saturday by his Principal Private Secretary, Mustapha Abdullahi Junaid, through a heartfelt Facebook post. “It is with heavy heart that I announce the passing of our beloved father, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata. May Allah grant him Jannatul Firdaus and forgive his shortcomings. The Janazah details will be shared later insha Allah,” Junaid wrote. okay.ng reports that Dantata, a respected philanthropist and founder of Express Petroleum & Gas Company Ltd,…
The political landscape in Rivers State remains unsettled following a high-profile reconciliation between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, mediated by President Bola Tinubu. The Thursday night meeting at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa included Fubara, Wike, the suspended Speaker Martin Amaewhule, and several lawmakers. Sources revealed that Fubara agreed to complete his term without seeking re-election in 2027, while Wike secured the right to nominate all local government chairpersons. Wike told reporters, “We are members of the same political family,” and assured that the conflict was conclusively resolved. Fubara described the agreement as a “divine intervention” and…
In a dramatic turn of events, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, National Chairman of Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has resigned from his post, sources confirmed on Friday. Although no official explanation has been released, party insiders revealed that Ganduje’s departure follows mounting pressure from key stakeholders, particularly from the North Central geopolitical zone, which has persistently demanded the chairmanship be zoned back to their region. A senior party official confirmed the resignation, stating simply, “Yes, it is true. He has resigned.” Earlier, Ganduje’s personal belongings were removed from his office at the APC national secretariat in Abuja, signaling the…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has welcomed a landmark ruling by the Kenyan High Court that declared the 2021 rendition of its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, illegal and unconstitutional. The Nairobi court’s judgment on June 24, 2025, found that Kanu’s abduction, secret detention, torture allegations, and forced transfer to Nigeria violated his fundamental human rights under Kenyan and international law. In a press release, IPOB’s spokesperson Emma Powerful hailed the judgment as a “resounding judicial earthquake” shaking the legal foundations of Kenya’s judiciary. The group praised the legal team led by Professor PLO Lumumba for their courage and persistence in…
Nigeria’s Federal Government has unveiled plans to aggressively increase its tax-to-GDP ratio from less than 10% to at least 18% within three years, leveraging new tax laws signed by President Bola Tinubu. Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, explained that the reforms are designed to address the country’s large tax gap—estimated at 70%—and improve revenue collection efficiency. Speaking on Arise TV, Oyedele described the current tax yield as “embarrassing” compared to other African countries and developed economies. The new legislation includes the Nigeria Tax Bill, Tax Administration Bill, Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Bill,…
A deadly explosion caused by a suspected IPOB/ESN planted landmine rocked Eke Ubaheze Market in Awo-Idemili, Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State, claiming six lives and injuring five others. The blast occurred when Ngozi Umeh, a middle-aged woman from the village, accidentally stepped on the device, triggering the explosion that sent shockwaves through the local community. The incident unfolded on June 24, 2025, around 2:30 PM, sparking widespread fear among residents of Ubaheze and surrounding areas. Confirmations from multiple local sources indicate that six people died as a result of the blast, with several others seriously wounded. The Imo…