August 21, 2025

Nigerian politics

Babachir Lawal Says He Couldn’t Work Under Tinubu, Slams Governance Style

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Former SGF Babachir Lawal says he could never work in President Bola Tinubu’s government, citing nepotism, economic mismanagement, and flawed policies. In a televised interview, Lawal accused Tinubu of sidelining non-Yoruba allies, mishandling fuel subsidy removal, and presiding over a government that still covertly funds subsidy despite declaring its removal....

Farotimi Dismisses Goodluck Jonathan Comeback Talk,

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Human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi has dismissed speculation about former President Goodluck Jonathan’s return to frontline politics, insisting Nigeria’s deep-rooted structural flaws cannot be solved by leadership changes alone. He warned that recycling past leaders will only perpetuate failure....

Presidency Denies Reports of Tinubu Illness, Labels Evacuation Claims ‘False’

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The Presidency has dismissed reports suggesting President Bola Tinubu is unwell and preparing for overseas treatment. Citing unnamed sources, a recent investigative report alleged Tinubu was bedridden and Vice President Shettima was representing him at official events. Presidential aides insist the claims are baseless....

Goodluck Jonathan’s 2027 Comeback Bid: Legal, Political, and Constitutional Storm

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The race to 2027 has ignited a fierce legal and political storm, with former President Goodluck Jonathan emerging as a possible comeback candidate. As PDP leaders intensify efforts to draft him back into the fray, legal experts are sharply divided over whether he is even eligible to run under Nigeria’s amended constitution....

Nafiu Bala Denies Resignation, Calls Viral ADC Letter Fake and Malicious

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Acting ADC Chairman Hon. Nafiu Bala has denied reports of his resignation, describing a viral letter dated May 18, 2025, as a forgery. In a strong rebuttal, Bala said the document lacked official markings and was circulated by mischief-makers bent on destabilizing the party. He reaffirmed his loyalty to the ADC and dismissed all claims of a leadership exit....

ADC Chairman Alleges Bribery, Says He Rejected Billions to Abandon Opposition Coalition

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ADC National Chairman, Ralph Nwosu, has revealed that powerful political figures attempted to lure him out of the opposition coalition with mouthwatering incentives, including billions in cash and multiple ministerial slots. Nwosu, however, says he rejected the offers, reaffirming the ADC’s commitment to democratic values and resistance against monetized political betrayal....

ADC Rejects Nafiu Bala’s Chairmanship Claim, Publishes Resignation Letter

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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed the leadership claim made by former deputy national chairman Nafiu Bala, asserting that he voluntarily resigned months ago. The party responded with firm evidence—a signed resignation letter dated May 17, 2025—while condemning Bala’s actions as an attempt to hijack party leadership through falsehood and manipulation....

Dino Melaye Dumps PDP, Joins ADC Over Party’s ‘Failure to Provide Leadership’

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Former Kogi West Senator Dino Melaye has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a letter dated July 4, 2025, Melaye cited the PDP’s inability to lead Nigeria out of its current political crisis as his reason for leaving, stating the party has “lost potency and direction.”...

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