Category: Politics

Senate Committee Assures NDLEA of Support Following Ikpea-Marwa Talks

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The Senate Committee on Drugs and Narcotics has assured the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) of its unwavering support in the ongoing war against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking. Senator Joseph Igiagbe Ikpea, the newly appointed Chairman of the Senate committee, gave the assurance on Monday, June 16, during a courtesy visit to the NDLEA Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Brig. Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd), at the agency’s national headquarters in Abuja. Senator Ikpea noted that his visit was aimed at learning from and partnering with the agency. Expressing…

‘I Governed Lagos Without Security Votes’ — Fashola Drops Bombshell

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In a shocking revelation, former Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola disclosed that he managed Nigeria’s commercial hub for eight years without receiving a single dime in security votes. He governed Lagos between 2007 – 2015. Fashola, who also served as Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Works, and Housing after his tenure at Alausa, made the disclosure during a panel discussion at The Platform’s June 12 Democracy Day event held at Marriott hotel Ikeja, Lagos . Alongside former Senate President Bukola Saraki, Fashola tackled tough questions regarding the impact of state security…

‘You Lack Home Training’ — Oyetola’s Aide Slams Davido, Predicts Uncle’s Defeat

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Dr. Bolaji Akinola, a highly respected media expert, Maritime guru and Special Adviser to the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, has launched a blistering attack on music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido. Reacting to the singer’s recent social media outbursts against the Minister, Adegboyega Oyetola (CON), Akinola labeled the remarks as “irresponsible, uncouth,” and a textbook display of “zero home training.” ”In a statement released Tuesday, Akinola mocked the singer’s online tantrums, warning that no amount of digital hysteria will save his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke, from…

El-Rufai Secures ₦100m Bail in Ongoing Legal Battle

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The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, May 18, admitted former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai to a ₦100 million bail with one surety in like sum. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik handed down the ruling, imposing tight restrictions before the bail can be perfected. Notably, the court mandates that the surety must reside within Abuja’s high-brow Maitama or Asokoro areas and surrender a property’s original Certificate of Occupancy Furthermore, the court mandates that the surety must be a federal civil servant at or above Grade Level 17. This guarantor must provide three months…

Buba Declares for 2027 Bauchi Governorship, Promises Fiscal Discipline.

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar Senator Shehu Buba Umar, representing Bauchi South, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Bauchi State under the All Progressives Congress, promising prudent management of public resources. Speaking to supporters in Magama Gumau, Toro Local Government Area, the senator said his decision followed a seven-year assessment of the state under the Peoples Democratic Party administration, which he believes can be improved upon. Buba stated that his team has compiled verifiable data on federal allocations to the state and conducted independent analyses of…

Wanka Promises ‘Politics Without Bitterness’ in Reps Race

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By Bashir Hassan Abubakar Bauchi State Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, Hon. Hajara Yakubu Wanka, has formally declared her intention to contest for the position of Member, House of Representatives representing the Kirfi–Alkaleri Federal Constituency.Wanka made the declaration during a high-level stakeholders’ engagement with key political leaders and community representatives from Kirfi Local Government Area, held on Saturday in Bauchi. Speaking at the gathering, the Commissioner said her decision followed extensive consultations with party leaders, respected elders, family members, and supporters across the constituency. She noted that her…

Blow to PDP: Court Quashes Ibadan Convention, Bars Turaki Faction from Office

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In a major blow to the PDP, a Federal High Court in Oyo State has nullified the November 15, 2025, national convention. Delivering the ruling on Friday, January 30, Justice Uche Agumoh barred all officers elected at the convention from parading themselves as leaders of the party. The court ruled that the gathering was a product of “flagrant disregard” for judicial directives, effectively dissolving the current Tanimu Turaki-led NWC. Justice Agomoh ruled that the PDP’s November national convention was organised in flagrant disregard of subsisting court orders. The judge ruled that the party cannot wilfully disobey judicial directives and subsequently approach the court to seek…

Curbing Tension: Ex-Lawmakers Seek Constitutional Rotational Presidency

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The National Forum of Former Legislators (NFFL) has proposed enshrining a north-south rotational presidency in the Constitution to bolster national stability. Comprising former state and federal lawmakers, the forum reached this resolution during its 2026 National Summit in Abuja on Saturday, January 24. The group argued that formalizing power-sharing would deepen regional trust and eliminate the political ambiguity often seen in future electoral cycles. Spearheaded by Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff and former House Speaker, the summit centered on the vital theme: “National Unity and Nation Building: Beyond 2031.” The…

Axe of Accountability: 7 Nigerian Governors Ousted in History

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In an effort to preserve the historical record, Sooth News is providing a translation of the BBC Hausa report from January 10, detailing the seven landmark impeachments that have shaped our democratic history. Rivers Assembly Revives Impeachment Plot Against Fubara On Thursday, January 8, 2026, the Rivers State House of Assembly launched a fresh bid to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara, leveling a series of allegations regarding illegal conduct. This latest move marks a dramatic collapse of the peace deal brokered by President Bola Tinubu, reigniting the high-stakes power struggle between…