Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has condemned in strong terms the attack on the convoy of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, by suspected political thugs yesterday in the state capital, Calabar. Governor Otu reiterated that Cross River State remains an enclave of civil harmony and hospitality, making the ugly occurrence an unacceptable anomaly.
APC stakeholders in Omala Local Government have challenged the former Deputy Governor of Kogi State, Chief Edward Onoja, to throw his weight behind the party’s Kogi East senatorial candidate, Chief Joseph Ameh Erico. Attah dismissed rumors that Onoja is allegedly opposing Erico—who hails from the same Olamaboro Local Government—out of fear that the senatorial victory would scuttle his own chances of securing a federal appointment under Tinubu.
Democratic US Senate candidate James Talarico celebrates with supporters after winning the Texas race during a midterm election night watch party at the Long Center for the Performing Arts in Austin, Texas, on November 3, 2026. Supporters of Democratic US Senate candidate James Talarico cheer after he won the Texas race during a midterm election night watch party at the Long Center for the Performing Arts in Austin, Texas, on November 3, 2026.
By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has inducted more than 100 volunteers into its LASTMA Mayors traffic advocacy network to support efforts to manage anticipated traffic congestion during the Yuletide and year-end ‘Detty December’ celebrations. Speaking at the event, LASTMA General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, said managing traffic in Lagos required collective responsibility rather than reliance on government enforcement alone.
By Nwafor Sunday Activist and ally of Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Aisha Yesufu, has appealed to Nigerians to contribute financially towards funding his 2027 presidential campaign. This particular account that is here is for Peter Obi’s campaign donated by citizens.”
President seeks to make Oval Office a national monument to ensure designs are not ‘ripped down by stupid people’ Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Thursday that he says will prevent future administrations from changing his design of the Oval Office and Cabinet Room, spaces which he declared as national monuments that should be preserved. Sitting behind the Resolute Desk on Thursday, Trump declared the Oval Office a “national monument”.
Parliament's approval lays the groundwork for further Turkish involvement in Saudi Arabia's conflict with the Houthis.
By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa The political landscape of Bayelsa State is undergoing a seismic shift following last week’s visit of Mr. Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC’s presidential candidate, to the heart of the Ijaw Nation. Read Also: *Police arrest suspect over attack on Obi’s convoy in Calabar *LP chieftain Arabambi sues CCB over Obi’s asset declaration *Gunmen attack ADC guber candidate’s convoy in Sokoto, candidate escapes Obi’s visit, which coincided with the homecoming of Senator Henry Seriake Dickson as National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, featured…
By Udeme Akpan The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has flagged off the development of 37 mini-grid projects with a combined solar generation capacity of approximately 18.8 megawatts-peak (MWp) in Zamfara State. Meanwhile, Tegbe commissioned two solar mini-grid projects developed by the Zamfara State Government: a 1MW facility at Yariman Bakura Specialist Hospital and a 1.2MW installation at the Zamfara State Government House.
APC flags off Enugu campaign in Nsukka, vows to deliver Mbah, Tinubu, other candidates. …Governor highlights projects, promises more roads, jobs, infrastructure …Charges electorate to sweep away opposition with their votes The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State on Wednesday officially flagged off its campaign for the 2027 general elections, with party leaders and stakeholders pledging to mobilise voters across the state for the re-election of Governor Peter Mbah and President Bola Tinubu.
Netanyahu's rivals say US midterm results show Israel 'cannot afford' to have the prime minister remain in office.
*We’ve no plan to make Nigeria one party state *Nigerians should choose leaders based on records, character, capacity to deliver *Says Tinubu’s reforms must translate into jobs, food, better incomes, security By Soni Daniel, Northern Regional Editor National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, has said the ruling party has no ambition to turn Nigeria into a one-party state despite the influx of politicians from opposition parties into its fold. In an interview with Vanguard, the APC chairman also said the party had mechanisms to resolve differences…
Democrat Scott Colom is leading Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith in the southern state; JD Vance pointed to the war in Iran as the ‘obvious’ culprit for Republicans’ loss Live results | How do you feel about the results? JD Vance pointed to Trump’s ongoing war in Iran as the “obvious” culprit for the loss.
In the gubernatorial races, Democrats also flipped GOP-held offices: Keisha Lance Bottoms in Georgia, Amy Acton in Ohio, Rob Sand in Iowa, Gina Hinojosa in Texas and Aaron Ford in Nevada. Specifically, David Crowley, Democrat, has become the first Black governor in U.S history, Abdul El-Sayed becomes the first Muslim ever elected to the U.S. Senate, James Talarico becomes the first Democrat elected in Texas since 1988, Xavier Becerra becomes the first Latino elected governor in California history, Gina Hinojosa becomes the first Latina elected governor in Texas history, while Deb Haaland…
Former Cross River PDP chairman Venatius Ikem questions the party’s ability to challenge the APC in 2027, describing its structures as fragmented and its Wike-backed presidential candidate, Sandy Onor, as politically invisible.
Majority Leader James Agalga plans to visit detained Asante Akyem North MP Ohene Kwame Frimpong to get firsthand information about his case as extradition proceedings continue in the Netherlands. In Wednesday’s interview, Mr Agalga said Ghana’s mission in Brussels had been supportive.
EU officials also urge new US Congress to step up pressure on Russia to end the four-and-a-half-year war.
Read Also: N70,000 Transport Allowance Saga: ‘You can’t lead TUC from abroad,’ Ajaero tells Osifo For the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the strength of organised labour is not just a trade union concern but a matter that directly affects the wellbeing of the entire country. This was the concern expressed by the President of the NLC, Joe Ajaero, who warned that Nigerians would become victims if the labour movement collapsed.
*IGP orders Police Commissioners to arrest, prosecute offenders *Avert Obi, Kwankwaso /APC supporters clash in Calabar By Kingsley Omonobi & Ike Uchechukwu ABUJA — Force headquarters yesterday warned politicians, thugs, miscreants and other persons with affiliations to members of the political class responsible for destruction of campaign posters, billboards and banners belonging to candidates and parties to desist or face prosecution. This came on a day Police and other security operatives prevented a possible violent clash in Calabar, Cross River State,between hundreds of supporters of…
A high court has sacked the leadership of the opposition ADC party with only months to go until elections.
The visits will give President Tinubu opportunities to engage with political stakeholders, party members, and supporters while emphasising unity, political stability, and a shared commitment to national progress.
The ANC was on about 32 percent of the vote with more than 60 percent of votes counted in municipal elections.
Businesses should publish salaries in job adverts now, Prime Minister Andy Burnham is telling firms, rather than wait for a new law to come in that will force them to do so. CIPD chief executive Neil Carberry said that while, in principle, giving salary details was “a good thing”, in practice it was “more complicated”.
Majority Leader James Agalga has ruled out declaring the Asante Akyem North parliamentary seat vacant over the detention of its MP, Ohene Kwame Frimpong, in the Netherlands. Mr Frimpong was arrested at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport on May 10, 2026, after arriving from Ghana, following a US extradition request.