Professor Jerry Gana, former Minister of Information and Orientation, has confirmed that former President Goodluck Jonathan will run for the presidency in 2027 under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking to journalists after the PDP Niger State Congress in Minna, Gana said Nigerians are yearning for Jonathan’s return after experiencing two other leaders since his tenure. “Nigerians have seen the difference, and the difference is very clear. Nigerians are now asking us to bring back our friend, former President Goodluck Jonathan,” Gana stated. He added, “I can confirm that Goodluck Ebele Jonathan will contest the presidential election in 2027 as…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
A devastating mine collapse has occurred in Zamfara State, Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of 13 miners, with several others feared trapped. The incident happened at the Kadauri mining site in Maru local government area, where scores of artisanal miners were working underground when the pit caved in due to heavy rainfall and unstable soil conditions. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has condemned the tragedy, describing the loss of lives as “avoidable and unfortunate”. “We will not relent until we rid this country of the nefarious activities of illegal miners,” Alake asserted. The ministry has deployed…
A devastating incident occurred at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan, where a gunman drove his vehicle through the front doors and opened fire on Sunday morning. The attack left one person dead and nine others injured, with authorities fearing additional victims may be found in the ruins. According to local police chief William Renye, the suspect, a 40-year-old man from Burton, Michigan, deliberately set fire to the church before being shot dead by responding police officers. “The suspect drove his vehicle through the front doors of the church and then began firing at…
The Socio Economic Rights and Accountability Project has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently disclose details of the selection and appointment process for the successor to Professor Mahmood Yakubu, whose tenure as chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission ends in November 2025. SERAP emphasized that transparency in the selection process is crucial for ensuring the independence and impartiality of INEC. “The selection and appointment process for Mr Yakubu’s replacement cannot and should not be ‘a closed shop.’ A transparent and accountable process would serve legitimate public interests,” SERAP stated in a letter dated September 27, 2025, and signed…
Nigeria’s problems did not start with the current administration of President Bola Tinubu, according to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. Akume emphasized that President Tinubu has embarked on bold reforms to tackle some of the challenges facing the nation. Speaking at a special service to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary at the National Ecumenical Centre in Abuja, Akume urged Nigerians to support the administration. “The President needs the support of every Nigerian. What President Bola Tinubu is doing today could have been done 39 years ago. But, I believe that at the end of the…
A proposed increase in salaries for political office holders in Nigeria has sparked widespread outrage and criticism from various stakeholders. The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) recently revealed plans to review the pay structure for politicians, citing that current earnings are “outdated” and “unrealistic”. According to the commission, President Bola Tinubu currently earns N1.5 million monthly, while ministers receive less than N1 million, figures that have remained unchanged since 2008. Many Nigerians have expressed disappointment and frustration with the proposal, describing it as “insensitive and unjustifiable” considering the country’s current economic situation. “The proposed increment is coming at…
South West traditional rulers have expressed their gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for establishing the South West Development Commission (SWDC). This landmark decision is seen as a crucial step towards addressing the region’s developmental needs. The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, commended Tinubu for his visionary leadership in establishing the SWDC and appointing competent individuals to lead the commission. The SWDC aims to address infrastructure gaps, ecological issues, and security challenges across the South West region. According to Dr. Adewummi Oriyomi Onanuga, Deputy Chief Whip and Leader of the Southwest Caucus, “The establishment of the South West Development…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed New York for Germany, where he will hold strategic meetings with officials of Deutsche Bank to explore partnership opportunities and interventions in Nigeria’s development initiatives. This trip follows his successful representation of President Bola Tinubu at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 80) in New York. During his participation at UNGA 80, Shettima secured the commendation of UN Secretary-General António Guterres for Nigeria’s bid for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council. “The Vice President had represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the just-concluded 80th Session of the United…
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has directed its members to immediately shut down the supply of gas and crude to Dangote Refinery across the country. This move escalates a labor dispute following the dismissal of hundreds of Nigerian workers by the refinery’s management. According to PENGASSAN General Secretary Lumumba Okugbawa, crude oil supply valves to the refinery should be shut, and loading operations for vessels headed there should be halted immediately. “Crude oil supply valves to the refinery should be shut. The loading operation for vessels headed there should be halted immediately,” Okugbawa said…
Prince Adewole Adebayo, the presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has declined to join a coalition of opposition parties gearing up to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the general elections. According to Adebayo, the coalition lacks a common ideology, and its members are largely driven by personal interests rather than a shared vision for Nigeria. Adebayo expressed his disinclination to join the coalition, stating that he couldn’t in good conscience oppose Tinubu and embrace a group with no shared values or principles. “I cannot in good conscience oppose Tinubu and embrace coalition,” Adebayo said, emphasizing that the SDP’s…
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has called for increased security deployments to combat recent attacks in Oke Ode and other areas. The governor’s plea follows an unfortunate attack on forest guards and surrounding areas, resulting in the loss of five lives. “My heartfelt condolences go to the families. No word can adequately capture the depth of my sadness and nothing can compensate the bereaved families over these incidents,” AbdulRazaq said. AbdulRazaq urged the federal government to deploy more military personnel to Kwara State to rout out the criminals involved in the attacks. He commended the bravery of the forest guards…
The Gateway International Airport in Ogun State is set to commence commercial flights on October 7, 2025, in partnership with ValueJet airline. According to Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser on Media and Strategy to Governor Dapo Abiodun, “Excitement is in the air as Value Jet airlines is scheduled to begin two flights per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Gateway International Airport (GWI), Ogun State, beginning from Thursday, October 7, 2025”. ValueJet will operate two weekly flights between Gateway International Airport and Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. The flight schedule includes departures from GWI at 8:30 AM, arriving in Abuja…