Tensions escalated in Rivers State politics on Monday, January 6, 2026, as APC National Secretary Senator Ajibola Basiru and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike publicly traded accusations over control and influence within the ruling party in the state. The dispute follows Basiru’s endorsement of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, which comes amid Wike’s opposition to Fubara’s 2027 re-election […]
President Bola Tinubu has nominated former senator Magnus Abe and 20 other individuals for appointment to the boards of Nigeria’s key petroleum regulatory agencies, forwarding the nominations to the Senate for screening and confirmation. In separate letters read at plenary on Monday, the President sought Senate approval for nominees to the boards of the Nigerian
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Venezuela’s National Assembly has sworn in Vice President Delcy Rodríguez as interim president following reports that President Nicolás Maduro was arrested and transferred to the United States, a development that has sharply escalated the country’s political and diplomatic crisis. Rodríguez, 56, was sworn in during an emergency session of parliament in Caracas, acting on authorization
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has accused some political leaders in Rivers State of misleading Governor Siminalayi Fubara and undermining efforts to resolve the state’s ongoing political crisis. Wike made the allegation on Saturday while addressing supporters at a meeting in Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area of Rivers State. He said
WIKE ACCUSES RIVERS LEADERS OF MISLEADING GOVERNOR FUBARA AMID POLITICAL TENSIONS Read More »
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has resumed the second phase of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in Ekiti State, following a temporary suspension for statutory review of the voters’ register. The exercise resumed on Thursday, January 15, 2026, after INEC suspended registration on December 10, 2025, to allow for the display of the
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Independence is often marked by national flags, constitutions, and admission into international institutions. These milestones signal recognition, but they do not automatically confer the ability to govern effectively. Recent debates across international politics have renewed attention on a long-standing question: why do some recognized states struggle to exercise real autonomy, while others translate sovereignty into
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Nigeria’s Super Eagles delivered a dominant performance to defeat Mozambique 4–0 in their Round of 16 clash at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, securing a place in the tournament’s quarterfinals. The encounter, played on Saturday in Fez, Morocco, saw Nigeria take early control of proceedings. Ademola Lookman opened the scoring in the 20th minute,
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In an era shaped by instant communication, live commentary, and social media soundbites, intellectual depth can easily go unnoticed—not because it lacks substance, but because it does not always move at the speed of real-time conversation. Many of the most insightful thinkers communicate most powerfully through writing. On the page, ideas can be shaped with
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Manchester United have sacked manager Ruben Amorim, bringing an abrupt end to his turbulent 14-month tenure at Old Trafford, the club confirmed on Monday. The decision came just a day after Amorim publicly defended his position and insisted he would not resign, following a disappointing 1–1 draw against Leeds United that further dented the club’s
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The Obidient Movement has clarified that it will support former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi exclusively for the presidency, dismissing reports suggesting he might be considered for a vice-presidential role under another politician. The statement, issued on Saturday, January 3, 2026, came after media speculation that the movement might back Obi as a running mate.
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