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Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Mr. Femi Falana, has called on the Federal Government to immediately withdraw and review the recently released presidential pardon list, describing it as unjust and contrary to the principles of fairness and accountability. In a statement issued on Friday, Falana criticized the decision to grant pardons to certain individuals convicted of corruption and other serious offenses, arguing that such actions undermine the nation’s anti-corruption efforts and send the wrong signal to the public. According to Falana, “The exercise of the presidential prerogative of mercy must be guided by transparency, equity, and…
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has lamented what he described as the injustice and manipulation that characterized parts of Nigeria’s 2019 general elections, calling for a sincere and people-oriented amendment to the Electoral Act to strengthen transparency and restore public confidence in the electoral system. Speaking during a plenary session at the National Assembly in Abuja, Akpabio said the Senate would prioritize the review of the Electoral Act to close loopholes that allowed irregularities and political disenfranchisement in previous polls. “Many of us who participated in the 2019 elections witnessed clear injustices that were swept under the carpet,” Akpabio…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that Nigeria has no justification to remain a poor nation, stressing that the country is abundantly blessed with human and natural resources capable of driving sustainable growth and global competitiveness. Speaking at the Presidential Villa in Abuja during a meeting with economic stakeholders and members of the Federal Executive Council, President Tinubu said that with the right policies, discipline, and commitment to productivity, Nigeria can transform its potential into prosperity. “Nigeria has no reason to be poor,” the President said firmly. “We have the people, the land, the natural endowments, and the creativity to…
A political analyst and social commentator, Ademola Abba, has described the recent wave of defections to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as “unsurprising,” saying President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has shown “remarkable boldness and courage” in his policy direction since assuming office. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday, Abba said that despite the temporary hardships caused by economic reforms, the President’s commitment to difficult but necessary decisions has begun to restore investor confidence and reposition Nigeria for long-term growth. “It is not surprising that politicians are returning to the APC,” Abba said. “The President has shown capacity, decisiveness, and resilience. He is…
The ongoing feud between social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) and businessman Blord has sparked a national debate far bigger than the price of an iPhone. It has exposed the deep rot of greed, insensitivity, and economic exploitation that defines much of Nigeria’s business environment today. VDM accused Blord of selling an alleged “iPhone 17” for ₦480,000, claiming it was merely an upgraded iPhone XR. To challenge the pricing, VDM publicly offered to sell the same device for ₦280,000, igniting outrage across social media and forcing Nigerians to confront the question: why are prices of goods so high — and who…
Ex-lawmaker hails Tinubu’s tough reforms, says sacrifices today will secure Nigeria’s prosperity tomorrow Former senator representing Bayelsa East, Ben Murray-Bruce, has officially dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), praising President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic and structural reforms as the path to Nigeria’s long-term prosperity. Murray-Bruce, founder of the Silverbird Group and one of the PDP’s long-standing financiers, announced his defection on Wednesday via his verified social media accounts. The move is seen as a major political shift within the South-South, coming amid an ongoing wave of defections that has shaken the PDP nationwide.…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that those who once accused him of betraying the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are now defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC) — a development he says vindicates his political foresight and confirms the imminent collapse of the PDP. Speaking on Wednesday during the flag-off ceremony for the construction of the Outer Southern Expressway in Abuja, Wike said the mass exodus of PDP governors and key figures to the ruling APC is proof that the opposition has lost direction and influence. “I have been watching on television and…
Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has renewed calls for the inclusion of traditional rulers in Nigeria’s constitution, stressing that such a move would strengthen governance at the grassroots and help preserve the nation’s rich cultural heritage. Speaking during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting with members of the Imo State Council of Traditional Rulers in Owerri, Governor Uzodimma said that traditional institutions have continued to play indispensable roles in peacebuilding, dispute resolution, and community development — yet their functions remain undefined in the Nigerian Constitution. “Our royal fathers are the custodians of our culture, values, and traditions,” the governor stated. “They…
The Akwa Ibom State Executive Council held its regular meeting on Monday, October, 13,2025 at the Executive Council Chamber, Governors Office, Uyo. The meeting was presided over by the Governor and Chairman in Council, His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno, PhD. In attendance were the Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi; Secretary to the State Government; Head of the Civil Service; Executive Assistant and Chief Delivery Advisor; Honourable Commissioners and Special Advisers. In his opening remarks, His Excellency the Governor in Council, Pastor Umo Eno welcomed members and charged all to remain steadfast and loyal to the ideals of the administration. The…
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, on Monday evening cut short the State Executive Council meeting to personally lead members of the Council on a condolence visit to the family of the late Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai, renowned evangelist and founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association. Speaking during the visit at the family residence in Uyo, Governor Eno described the late cleric as “an icon and a rare gem, whose passing is a great loss not only to Akwa Ibom State but to Nigeria and the global Christian community.” The Governor said the visit was to reassure the…