POLITICS

Tuesday, 25 March 2025 04:44

Democracy dying in Nigeria, Obasanjo, Obi, others say

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese Matthew Hassan Kukah, and Aminu Tambuwal, the former governor of Sokoto State, yesterday expressed concerns that democracy was not working in Nigeria. The leaders, who spoke at the 60th birthday celebration of former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives of Nigeria, Emeka Ihedioha, at the Ladi Kwali Hall, Abuja Intercontinental Hotel, yesterday, stressed the need for urgent reforms to address the country’s challenges. Speaking at the event also attended by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Secretary-General of the…

Monday, 24 March 2025 04:15

NASS didn’t approve Rivers Emergency Rule with required two-thirds - Tambuwal

Former Sokoto State governor and currently a senator, Aminu Tambuwal, has picked holes in the declaration of state of emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. Tinubu declared state of emergency in Rivers and suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his Deputy, Ngozi Odu, the Rivers Assembly for six months and appointed a retired Naval chief, Ibok-Ete Ibas, as the state’s sole administrator. Following the development, many Nigerians, including politicians, civil society organisations and other groups have expressed different views on the legality or otherwise of such action. Speaking to the Sunday Sun in Abuja, Tambuwal, also a former Speaker of…

Sunday, 23 March 2025 04:48

Jonathan condemns ‘clear abuse of power’ in Rivers crisis

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has criticized the handling of the political crisis in Rivers State, describing the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all members of the state House of Assembly as a “clear abuse of power.” His remarks came during the annual colloquium organized by the Haske Satumari Foundation in Abuja on Saturday. The crisis escalated on March 18 when President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, citing political and security instability. The suspension of the governor, his deputy, and state lawmakers was subsequently ratified by the National Assembly through a…

Saturday, 22 March 2025 07:51

‘Organized criminality’: Peter Obi, Seriake Dickson, Ireti Kingibe, Northern Elders slam Tinubu, NASS over Rivers emergency rule

Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has criticized the National Assembly for endorsing President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. On Thursday, the National Assembly approved the president’s decision through a voice vote, a move that has sparked widespread controversy and condemnation from various quarters. In a statement on Friday, Obi described the approval as a reflection of Nigeria’s fragile democracy, which he labeled as "transactional" and "devoid of genuine opposition." He argued that the absence of a functional opposition undermines democratic principles, stating, "What we are left with…

Friday, 21 March 2025 04:22

South-South govs challenge declaration of State of Emergency in Rivers, call for dialogue

The South-South Governors' Forum has expressed deep concern over the recent declaration of a six-month state of emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu, calling into question the constitutional basis for the decision and urging a return to dialogue and legal processes to resolve the ongoing political crisis. In a strongly worded statement signed by Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State, who chairs the Forum, the governors acknowledged the President's constitutional duty to maintain law and order across Nigeria. However, they argued that the current political situation in Rivers State does not meet the threshold for declaring a state…

Friday, 21 March 2025 04:20

Atiku, El-Rufai lead coalition against Tinubu, accuse NASS of fraudulently approving Rivers emergency rule

A coalition of prominent political leaders, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling it an unconstitutional overreach and a dangerous precedent for Nigeria’s democracy. The coalition also accused the National Assembly of fraudulently approving the emergency declaration by bypassing the constitutional requirement of a two-thirds majority vote. At a press conference on Thursday, Atiku, flanked by El-Rufai, Labour Party spokesperson Yunusa Tanko, and former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Emeka Ihedioha, described Tinubu’s actions as illegal and…

Thursday, 20 March 2025 04:40

AGF Fagbemi defends boss on Rivers emergency rule, says Wike not culpable

The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has said that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, had no role in the political crisis that led to President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. Addressing State House correspondents in Abuja, Fagbemi also confirmed that the state’s federal allocations—previously withheld—would be released if requested by Vice Admiral Ibok Ibas (retd.), the newly appointed sole administrator of the state. He justified the emergency rule, stating that it was necessary to prevent further chaos, accusing the suspended governor, Siminalayi Fubara,…

Thursday, 20 March 2025 04:38

PDP govs, Amaechi, Nollywood stars, labour unions condemn Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers

The political crisis in Rivers State has escalated following President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency and the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and members of the State House of Assembly. The move, announced on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, has drawn widespread condemnation from political leaders, civil society, and entertainment figures, who have described it as an unconstitutional overreach and a threat to democracy. PDP Governors Forum: Emergency Rule is an Attack on Democracy The Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDPGF) has criticized the suspension of democratic rule in Rivers State, calling it a…

Wednesday, 19 March 2025 07:41

Fubara reacts to his removal from office by Tinubu

My dear Rivers People, I address you today with a deep sense of responsibility and calm, as we navigate this unfortunate moment in our state’s political history. Since assuming office as your Governor, all my actions and decisions have been guided by my constitutional oath of office and a great sense of duty. We prioritized the protection of lives and property and ensured the continuous progress of our dear State. Even in the face of the political impasse, we have remained committed to constitutional order and the rule of law, putting the interest of our people above all else. This…

Wednesday, 19 March 2025 04:15

Tinubu’s state of emergency in Rivers: Here’s what political leaders, lawyers, citizens are saying

On March 18, 2025, President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the state House of Assembly for six months in the first instance. The decision, announced in a national broadcast, was justified by the president as a necessary measure to address the prolonged political crisis, breakdown of law and order, and threats to national security in the oil-rich state. Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (Rtd) was appointed as Administrator to oversee the state during the emergency period. Tinubu cited the governor’s alleged unconstitutional actions,…

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Sunday, 16 March 2025 04:33

El-Rufai speaks further on Tinubu’s presidency, Chicago scandal, other issues

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has revealed that he and other political leaders were aware of the controversies surrounding President Bola Tinubu’s academic records at Chicago State University but chose to support his 2023 presidential bid based on his track record as Lagos State governor. Speaking in an interview with BBC Hausa, El-Rufai expressed disappointment in Tinubu’s performance as president, stating that the administration has failed to meet expectations. El-Rufai explained that despite concerns about Tinubu’s alleged certificate scandal, they believed he could replicate his Lagos achievements on a national scale. “We knew about his Chicago issues, but we…

Friday, 14 March 2025 04:43

I know individuals in Tinubu’s govt who bought ministerial positions, El-Rufai claims

Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has revealed that he knows individuals who paid to secure ministerial appointments under President Bola Tinubu’s All Progressives Congress (APC) government. Speaking in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service, El-Rufai expressed his disappointment with the current state of the APC, stating that the party has deviated from its founding principles and become a platform for personal gain rather than public service. El-Rufai, who recently left the APC to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP), clarified that his decision to exit the party was not due to his failure to secure a ministerial position.…

Friday, 14 March 2025 04:42

Peter Obi meets Bauchi governor as coalition talks gain momentum

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, met with Bala Mohammed, Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum, at the Government House in Bauchi on Thursday. The meeting has sparked widespread speculation about potential political realignments ahead of the 2027 general election, with both leaders emphasizing the need for a united opposition to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). During the closed-door meeting, Mohammed declared Obi the "face of opposition politics in Nigeria," praising his political vision and governance style. "Whether we like it or not, he is now the face of…

Thursday, 13 March 2025 04:47

Everything is transactional and the slogan is ‘It is my turn to chop’, Obasanjo slams Tinubu govt in new book

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has described the N15.6tn Lagos-Calabar Coastal highway project as wasteful and corrupt. He equally slammed the President Bola Tinubu administration for spending N21bn on a new official residence for Vice President Kashim Shettima, calling it a misplaced priority and conduit designed to embezzle public funds. The ex-leader disclosed this in chapter six of his new book, ‘Nigeria: Past and Future’ where he painted the portrait and characters of chief executives at both the federal and state levels. The book was one of the two new books unveiled to mark Obasanjo’s 88th birthday last week. The Minister…

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