Nigerian Government has slammed the President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina over his declaration that Nigerians are worse off than in 1960.

Former Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu in the Office of the Vice President, Kashim Shettima, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has advised former presidential candidates of the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi and New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, Rabiu Kwankwaso to give way for younger Nigerians in 2027.

Former Education Minister, Oby Ezekwesili, has declared that no amount of money can buy her voice and conscience.

The National Executive Council, (NEC), of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has wielded the big hammer on nine members of the Association in Enugu and Delta States.

Former Deputy Governor of Plateau State, Prof. Sonni Tyoden is dead.

There was tension in Ondo State on Sunday as operatives of the state police command and personnel of the state Security Network Agency, known as Amotekun Corps, engaged in a shootout.

Nigerians on social media are dragging a staff member of the University of Nigeria Nsukka, UNN, after he was captured on camera collecting the sum of N16,000 from students.

Apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, has condemned opposition to the indigenisation bill being proposed under the constitution review process of the House of Representatives.

The Nigerian Government says it remains unshaken in seeing that Meta complies with the lawful order issued against it in the country.

The crisis rocking Zamfara State House of Assembly deepened weekend, as a parrallel group has elected a new Speaker.

A foundation member of the All Progressives Congress, (APC), Mr Osita Okechukwu, on Sunday, said the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP), has diminished from a major to a minor opposition party.

The All Progressives Congress, APC, has claimed that Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleah could not meet up with the conditions given to him by the national leadership of the party for his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.

Ahead of the 2027 general election, former Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Political Matters, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has urged Atiku Abubakar to drop his presidential ambition.

I read a news report where the Enugu State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Barr. Ugochukwu Agballa, was saying that the party does not need Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, claiming that he has misgoverned the state. Reading such a story made me understand that the rumors going around—that his dealer died—might be true, and his new dealer may have given him something that his head cannot carry. Personally, I don't like Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, but Barr. Ugochukwu Agballa has no right whatsoever to attack his person, especially linking him to misgovernance. Imagine someone who is synonymous with failure and only dwells on propaganda and manipulation to thrive. Someone who failed as APGA's guber candidate and killed the party even when it was prospering; he entered Accord and killed it to the extent that even to get a complete 6-man executive at the state level till date has become a problem. He entered PDP, was given contracts that he messed up, before venturing into APC, where he relegated the party to a mere beer parlour discussion object. What Barr. Agballa doesn't know is that Governor Mbah is a threat to his position as APC chairman, and that except he isn't interested in joining, that can only make him remain as the party chairman. He has forgotten that his boss, Governor Uzodimma, is currently out of "ihe a na-eme na APC and Tinubu's circle," unlike before. Having failed to stop Tinubu's visit to Enugu, failed to foist an acting VC in UNN, and also failed to foist a gubernatorial candidate for APC in Anambra State, it is a clear sign of losing out and dwelling on past glory. This is the same man who, rather than build the party, goes around acting like a rejected masquerade looking for sympathy dancers. A man who cannot conduct even a simple ward congress without turning it into a royal rumble should be the last to speak about governance. If failure had a face, Barr. Agballa would be its official portrait. Agballa’s politics is like an expired drug—no longer useful but still capable of harming those who take it. Every political party he joins ends up in a coma; yet, he walks around with the arrogance of someone who just discovered politics. The only appointment he deserves is in a museum—under the section labeled “Exhibit of Political Misfortune.” Truth is, if not for his noisy outbursts, most Nigerians wouldn't even know APC has a chairman in Enugu State. His only achievement in APC is turning it into a retirement home for failed featherweight politicians and a debating society for bitter men. Instead of insulting Mbah, he should face his unpaid executive members and address why APC meetings now hold under mango trees. Once Governor Mbah declares interest to join APC, Barr. Ugochukwu Agballa's political career will be dead, and that's what he has seen and is working to dwell on. In fact, Governor Mbah doesn't even need to enter APC to retire Barr. Ugochukwu Agballa from politics; all he needs to do is just make a phone call to his master, President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, that he will deliver 45% votes to him come 2027, and Barr. Agballa will become a former chairman. Sebastine Chukwuebuka Okafor Bookastro writes from Enugu

By George Agbakahị, PhD Much has been said and written about the ongoing saga between the suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and the Senate President across print, electronic, and social media. The tumultuous and politically charged debate that followed her suspension for alleged misconduct and violations of the Senate Standing Orders 2023 (As Amended) led a faction of her constituents to initiate a recall attempt, culminating in Senator Natasha’s homecoming rally a couple of weeks ago. However, this gathering appeared to defy a state-imposed ban on political assemblies. Her speech at the rally, which included bold declarations and serious allegations, garnered nationwide attention and sparked discussions about the boundaries between lawful political expression and incitement. During her address, the Senator stated: “Should we be met with or infiltrated by violence, Nigerians should hold Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, [his predecessor] Yahaya Bello, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio wholly responsible.” She continued with a three-part allegation: “On the 14th of March at 10:30 p.m.… Akpabio told Yahaya Bello to commence my recall, and he would fund it. The second thing he told him was to kill me—and to ensure that my killing should not occur in Abuja but in Kogi State. Lastly, he was to initiate actions that would make it impossible for me to secure the senatorial ticket in the next election.” The seriousness of these claims, and their timing, suggest a deliberate attempt to draw public focus, elevate political tensions, and influence public sentiment surrounding ongoing legal and political processes. While commenting on the three LNG projects approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan referenced Senate President Akpabio, questioning, “How can such resources gotten from the Niger Delta be moved to the North?” She further asserted that she was removed from her position as Chair of the Senate Committee on Local Content for allegedly “using that office to promote the North.” These remarks, invoking regional and religious identity, risk inflaming divisions within Nigeria’s delicate ethno-political balance. By presenting the projects and appointments through an identity-based lens, her rhetoric arguably amplifies historic grievances and may inadvertently revive tensions reminiscent of Nigeria’s civil war era. Legal and Theoretical Underpinnings. While the Nigerian Constitution upholds freedoms of expression and assembly, these rights may be lawfully restricted in circumstances where public safety is threatened. Under the Public Order Act (CAP 382), state governments are empowered to regulate gatherings that may incite unrest. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s actions, particularly the public rally amidst legal and political tensions, thus attracted scrutiny and may be seen as breaching the boundaries set by law. From a legal positivist view, her actions reflect a breach of formally enacted laws, supporting calls for consequences irrespective of motive. A natural law perspective may emphasize justice and fairness but also requires that such principles not be weaponized for personal or political gains. Applying framing theory, the Senator’s presentation of herself as a victim of persecution reflects a strategic communication technique meant to shift public interpretation, mobilize sympathy, and reframe institutional actions as conspirators A Calculated Challenge to Institutional Credibility. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s speech projected a narrative of political resistance and persecution. Her assertion that, “There’s a whole lot happening right now; a lot is politically motivated. And these people are using the institutions to silence me, and in silencing me, they are silencing you,” casts her as a political underdog, challenging the legitimacy of state institutions. The subsequent claim that she had won “one of four political battles,” following INEC’s suspension of a recall petition, further frames her struggle as a personal and symbolic fight against perceived oppression. Critics argue that such positioning, particularly when laced with accusations of assassination plots and political exclusion, represents a high-stakes political strategy. By invoking emotionally charged narratives, the Senator may be seeking to build political capital, shape public discourse, and pressure institutions while remaining shielded by democratic protections. Judicial Intervention and Media Restraint. Since the controversy began, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has received significant media attention and sympathy both at home and abroad. Renowned international outlets, including The Guardian, Associated Press, the BBC, and most recently the NewYork times, have reported extensively on the matter, highlighting its implications for gender inequality and democratic governance in Nigeria. Many critics, including women’s rights organizations, have denounced her suspension as a retaliatory move likely to stifle whistleblowing and discourage female participation in politics. The incident has amplified global concerns about institutional accountability, transparency, and the fragility of democratic values within Nigeria’s legislative framework. However, much as it is vital to champion women's rights and gender equity, the apparent lack of fortitude and fellowship from other female senators undermines the reliability of her claims. It's commonsensical that her female colleagues in the senate would have bolstered her if gender discrimination were the nucleus of her suspension. In her response, Justice Binta Fatima Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja, on Friday, April 4, 2025, issued a restraining order barring all parties involved in the suit filed by Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and three others from granting media interviews or making public comments relating to the case. This directive was issued as a precautionary measure to preserve the integrity of the judicial process, prevent media-driven misrepresentation of facts, and ensure that the matter is resolved strictly through legal channels. Given the public nature of the accusations and the political stature of those involved, the court's decision serves as a necessary safeguard against prejudicial commentary that could compromise fair hearing or escalate political tensions. Conclusion. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s April 1 speech presents a complex intersection of free expression, political defiance, and legal boundaries. Her strategic use of language and identity-based rhetorics and appeals illustrates the broader risks associated with politicizing institutions and regional sentiments. While she positions herself within the framework of conflict theory, where political actors are cast as either oppressors or victims, such framing when unchecked may erode public trust and deepen societal divisions. As the judiciary assumes control over the unfolding legal process, the Nigerian public must carefully distinguish between legitimate grievance and political theatrics, lest the nation's fragile democratic space become a battleground for unchecked rhetoric and escalating disorder. Dr. George Agbakahị, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and South East Leader, Tinubu Support Organization and Member, Directorate of Media and Publicity, PCC, writes from Abuja.

A young couple, Mr. Michael Obinna and Mrs. Rebecca Obinna, whose wedding was abruptly cancelled by Assemblies of God Church, Okpu 2 in Aba, eventually tied the knot in another church.

A 13-year-old marriage between one Durojaye Akingbade and his estranged wife, Olabisi has been dissolved by a Grade A Customary Court sitting at Mapo in Ibadan.

Popular socialite, Emeka Okonkwo Daniel (a.k.a. E-Money) has been nabbed by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC).

LJustice Njideka Nwosu-Iheme of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), sitting at Wuse Zone 2 has found the husband of the late gospel singer, Osinachi, Peter Nwachukwu guilty of culpable homicide.

The Senior Pastor of Power World Ministries International, Rev. Dr. Uche Ume, has filed a N5 billion lawsuit against Mr. Kelvin Armstrong Amobi, host of the KAAtruths Podcast, over alleged defamatory content disseminated via multiple social media platforms. It was gathered that the lawsuit, filed at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, also includes Mr. Wisdom Ogo Uzochukwu, who allegedly made unverified and damaging statements during an appearance on Amobi’s podcast. The suit, instituted by Barr. Maxwell Okpara of Chibunnam Chambers, counsel to Rev. Uche Ume, contends that the defamatory statements published on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube were malicious and intended to injure the reputation of the Claimants. The writ served to the defendants commands them to enter an appearance within twenty-one (21) days of service. It warns that failure to do so may result in judgment being entered in their absence. Key reliefs sought by the Claimants include: “A Declaration that the statements made are false, malicious, unjustified, injurious, unwarranted, instigating, and calculated to bring the Claimants into public odium, ridicule, and disdain. “An Award of N5,000,000,000.00 (Five Billion Naira) as general damages for the alleged defamation of the Claimants’ hard-earned reputation and goodwill. “An Additional N50,000,000.00 (Fifty Million Naira) as exemplary damages for the purported false and injurious publication. “An Mandatory Order compelling the defendants to publish a retraction in two national newspapers and on the same online platforms where the original content was posted, ensuring the same audience is reached, within 48 hours of the court’s judgment. “A Perpetual Injunction restraining the Defendants and their agents from further publication of the said or any similar defamatory statements.” NATIONAL POST reports that the suit was an aftermath of a video wherein the podcaster referred to Rev. Uche Ume as a “criminal” and “fraudster”, and accused him of orchestrating fake and arranged miracles.

Rangers International FC have booked their place in the semi-finals of the 2025 President Federation Cup, edging past a resilient Plateau United side with a hard-fought 1-0 victory in a thrilling quarter-final clash held at the Area 3 football pitch in Abuja.

A delegation of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) on Friday visited the family of the late Super Eagles Coach, Christian Chukwu in Enugu.

Ahead of the Enugu International Marathon scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, the Enugu State Government has announced a shutdown of major roads in Enugu metropolis.

Rangers International FC continued their poor run of form on Sunday, with Enyimba defeating them 2-1 in a keenly contested oriental derby at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu on Sunday.