Politics

Mr. Fela Durotoye has taken on the role of Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on National Values and Social Justice, marking a significant development in his illustrious career. Born on May 12, 1971, in Ibadan, Oyo State, Mr. Durotoye hails from a distinguished family; both of his parents,…

The military rulers of Burkina Faso have successfully thwarted an attempted coup by army officers this Tuesday, as disclosed by the country’s intelligence and security services. A statement from the military government has affirmed that the officers, along with other conspirators, have been detained, and a comprehensive investigation is presently…

Former US President Donald Trump and his sons have been found liable for fraud by New York Judge Arthur Engoron, who proceeded to revoke the business certification of the Trump Organization, highlighting that the Trumps have provided false financial statements for around a decade. The revelation emerged just days before…

In a recent development marked with jubilation, the Plateau State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Jos has delivered its verdict in favour of Governor Caleb Mutfwang of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The judgment was a significant blow to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, Nentawe Goshwe, who…

Olisa Agbakoba, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has extolled President Bola Tinubu for his impactful address at the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), where he championed the equality of Africa with other global continents. In his…

The Governor of Kano State,  Abba Yusuf, has vowed to appeal the judgement of the governorship election tribunal which nullified his election and declared the APC candidate, Nasiru Yusuf Gawauna as the winner. Yusuf made this statement in a broadcast to the people of the state. He also hinted that…

The African continent has witnessed a surge in coup attempts since 2020, raising questions about the stability and governance of several nations.  This article delves into ten failed coup attempts across various African countries, exploring the underlying causes and how these coups were avoided. Mali: August 18, 2020 In August…

In a departure from traditional court proceedings, the Kano Governorship Election Tribunal will deliver its pivotal verdict via Zoom today. This digital approach has been adopted amidst a fraught atmosphere, with the All Progressives Congress (APC) challenging the electoral victory of Governor Abba Yusuf of the New Nigeria People’s Party…

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio is facing increasing calls for his impeachment, with no fewer than 10 former governors in the Senate and a coalition of civic organizations joining the fray.  The situation has escalated to the point where some pro-Akpabio senators are reportedly considering involving the All Progressives…

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo remains unyielding in his view that traditional rulers in Oyo State ought to stand and show due respect to the state’s Governor, Seyi Makinde. This controversial stance emerged when Obasanjo observed a breach of protocol during a recent event, a move that has prompted a…