Buhari, Oshiomhole, Akume behind plot to impeach Ortom – PDP

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has claimed that President Muhammadu Buhari, APC National Chairman, Adams Oshiomhole and Senator George Akume were behind the move by eight members of the Benue State House of Assembly to impeach Governor Samuel Ortom.

I’m not bothered about defections, Nigerians have developed confidence in us – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari said Sunday night that he was not bothered about the defections in the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

I didn’t call Dino Melaye a clown - Saraki

President of the Senate, Bukola Saraki, on Monday countered Senator Abdullahi Adamu (APC-Nasarawa West), saying there was no time he ever referred to the Senator representing Kogi West, Dino Melaye, as a “clown.”

Reps caution APC over plan to remove Dogara

Some members of the House of Representatives, under the auspices of Parliamentary Democrats Group (PDG) have cautioned the All Progressives Congress (APC) to avoid intimidating Speaker Yakubu Dogara over his plans to dump the party.

121 Nigerians killed in South Africa yet FG isn’t proactive - Femi Falana

Femi Falana, human rights lawyer, has criticsed the federal government for allegedly not taking steps to end the extrajudicial killing of Nigerians in South Africa.

Killings: Buhari sends 1,000 security personnel to Zamfara

President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered the deployment of 1,000 security personnel to Zamfara state to stem the killings in the state.

Defections: Reps mock APC, say 'we won’t return'

Members of the House of Representatives, who defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from All Progressive Party (APC) on Tuesday, have laughed off the dream of the APC that they will make a U-turn and return into its fold.

7 months to elections: Number of presidential aspirants hits 46

With barely 200 days to next year’s general elections, the political chessboard is replete with twists and turns, even as the number of aspirants jostling for various elective positions is increasing by the day.

Saraki assembles SANs to battle police over invitation

The Senator representing Kwara South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Rafiu Ibrahim, has said a team of senior legal experts will handle the allegation of complicity in the Offa robbery saga levelled against the President of the Senate, Bukola Saraki, by the police.

Nigerian senator demands N100m to defect to PDP

A very vocal senator from the north-west is demanding a prepayment of at least N100 million before he would defect to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), according TheCable.

Policemen mistake SARS operative for kidnapper, shoot him dead

Some policemen on guard in a private residence have allegedly killed a member of the Special Anti Robbery Squad in Alor, Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Senator Dino Melaye resurfaces after purported kidnap

Dino Melaye said on Friday that he escaped an attack, almost 24 hours after his associates claimed he was kidnapped.

Police says no report of Dino Melaye's kidnap

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) on Thursday said it has received no report of the kidnapping of Senator Dino Melaye. 

Senator Dino Melaye kidnapped

Senator Dino Melaye (Kogi West) has been abducted by unknown gunmen. This was disclosed by Senator Ben Bruce (Bayelsa East) on his Twitter page.

Offa Bank Robbery: Police insist Saraki has case to answer

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has insisted that the Senate President Bukola Saraki has a case to answer over the Offa Bank robbery in Kwara State.

Come back home, PDP begs former members in APC

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged all its members who joined the All Progressive Congress (APC) to return “home” and salvage the nation.

Ortom's defection surprising – APC

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) says the defection of Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State from the party is “somewhat surprising.”

Nigeria Customs impounds 498 cartons of codeine syrup

The Nigeria Customs Command in Lagos have arrested an Iveco truck carrying 498 cartons of Codeine Cough Syrup of 100 milligrams worth N199.2 million.

Senator Dino Melaye arraigned in Abuja court

Kogi state senator, Dino Melaye, was on Wednesday arraigned in an FCT High Court, Apo, on a six-count charge, bordering on attempted suicide, attempt to escape from custody and damage of police property.

Finally, Saraki opens up on leaving Buhari, APC

The President of the Senate, Dr. Bukola Saraki has said that his chances of leaving President Muhammadu Buhari’s ruling party are “very, very high”.

CAN cautions Presidency over siege on Saraki, Ekweremadu’s houses

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has warned the Presidency and the Nigeria Police not to take actions that threaten the survival of democracy.

Saraki must submit himself to Police, IG of Police says

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have insisted that Senate President Bukola Saraki must submit himself for questioning.

FG postpones closure of third mainland bridge

The federal government has postponed the closure of the third mainland bridge for maintenance test from July 27 to August 24.

Oshiomhole threatens Ngige with suspension, sack

The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole has threatened the Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige with suspension over the delay in the appointment of boards under his ministry.

DSS reinstate Amaju Pinnick as NFF President

The Department of State, (DSS) has retained embattled Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Amaju Pinnick and Scribe, Dr. Muhammed Sanusi to their offices.

Soldiers, policemen killed in Kaduna

Soldiers and policemen were among the people killed by suspected bandits along Kaduna-Abuja road on Sunday.

Nigerian man kills lover after ‘finding’ condoms in her bag

A 46-year old man identified as Osaremwinda Omobude Idumwonyi has reportedly stabbed his lover to death for allegedly finding condoms in her bag.

Police dismiss 4 SARS operatives for robbery, other crimes

AIG Adamu Ibrahim, in charge of Zone 2 Command, has approved the dismissal of four policemen attached to the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), Ikeja, Lagos State, over alleged robbery and other crimes. 

PDP chieftain shot dead in Lagos during meeting

A Chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos, Borishade Adeniyi, has been killed.

2019: Why PDP wants to boycott elections – Oshiomhole

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole, has disclosed that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is planning to boycott the 2019 general elections because the party knew its end has come.

Lawyers, CSOs to Buhari: Adeosun’s Alleged Forgery Scandal Mustn’t Die

President Muhammadu Bubari should not allow the certificate scandal surrounding one of his ministers, Kemi Adeosun, to die, senior lawyers and some Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have said.

Secondus Labels APC ‘A Drowning Party’, Insists PDP Will Rescue Nigeria

The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Uche Secondus, says the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is losing the strength to lead the country.

2019: Atiku declares presidential bid, tackles Buhari

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar stood before a cheering crowd in his home state of Adamawa on Saturday, announcing he will seek the Peoples Democratic Party ticket for president next February.

2019: Obasanjo plotting 3rd term agenda through backdoor, says Oshiomhole

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, yesterday said former president Olusegun Obasanjo had resumed his third term agenda through the back door.

Female politicians more trustworthy - Obasanjo

Former president Olusegun Obasanjo yesterday urged Nigerian women to get more involved in political activities, saying from his experience, female politicians were more trustworthy than their male counterparts.  

2019: Atiku launches presidential campaign today

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar will formally open his presidential campaign on Saturday, following “several months of consultations with critical stakeholders in Nigeria and members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP),” his office said in a statement.

Boko haram: Scores feared dead as insurgents ambush motorists

Many are feared dead as Boko haram insurgents attacked motorists on Borno highway Tuesday.

PDP threatens to boycott 2019 elections

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has threatened to boycott the 2019 general elections if INEC and security agencies do not show neutrality during the polls.

Babangida, Jonathan meet in Minna

Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Wednesday had a private meeting with former President Ibrahim Babangida at his Uphill home in Minna, Niger State.

Neighbours lock married woman, lover in her home overnight

The neighbours of a Zimbabwean man, Godfrey Makeche Ncube of Chinotimba suburb teamed up in mob justice style to trap Tafireyi Zimba who had been cheating with his wife, Cynthia Ngwenya.

Woman, lover arrested for allegedly poisoning husband

An Indian woman and her lover have been arrested for allegedly poisoning her husband to death, the police said on Wednesday.

I will end Boko Haram insurgency in short time – Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Tuesday promised to end the Boko Haram insurgency in the country if elected president in 2019.

We will need N242bn for 2019 elections, Buhari writes Senate

President Muhammadu Buhari has written to the National Assembly seeking approval for the sum of N242 billion to fund the February 2019 general elections.

Buhari speaks on Fayemi’s victory in Ekiti governorship poll

President Muhammadu Buhari heartily congratulates Dr. John Kayode Fayemi on winning the Ekiti State governorship election.

44 killed, 20 missing in Katsina flood disaster

Aminu Masari, governor of Katsina state, on Monday said over 44 people had lost their lives while 20 others were still missing following the Sunday flood disaster in Jibia local government area of the state.

Governors to Fayose: We wish you luck in your new endeavour

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), an umbrella body for governors of the 36 states, has wished Ayodele Fayose, outgoing governor in Ekiti, luck in his new endeavour.

Obasanjo speaks on Fayemi’s victory in Ekiti

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has written to the Ekiti State Governor-elect, Kayode Fayemi, congratulating him on his victory in Saturday’s governorship election in the state.

PDP to challenge Ekiti election result in court

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected the result of yesterday's governorship election in Ekiti State, saying it would challenge it in court.

Ekiti: Why Fayose, PDP lost – Presidency

The presidency has suggested a reason it believes Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, Kayode Fayemi, won the Ekiti governorship election.

PDP: 2019 general election will not hold if...

The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Prince Uche Secondus on Saturday, said the the outcome of Ekiti State governorship election would determine if there will be election in 2019 or not.