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Nigeria’s former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has replied to Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), over his comment on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) 2027 presidential ticket. Naija News recalls that Wike had earlier said that Atiku would not be permitted to become the PDP’s presidential candidate in 2027. The Minister…

.. Air Peace on Thursday reported that its Abuja-Lagos flight was disrupted by a bird strike shortly before takeoff in Abuja. The Head of Corporate Communications, Air Peace, Ejike Ndiulo, said the 6:30 am flight was forced to return to the ramp as a safety measure. A bird strike is a collision between a…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday brought a Chinese, Zhengjia Jin,  before an Ikeja Special Offences Court for alleged bribery and N301 million fraud. Jin, was arraigned on a four-count charge bordering on retention of stolen property, bribery and stealing. The EFCC counsel, Mr Ahmad Usman, told the court that the defendant allegedly committed the…

.. There’s no let-off in war of words between former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, over who controls the Peoples Democratic Party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Wike, although a minister in the government of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has continued to…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has alleged that Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed wants Umar Damagum removed as the national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) because the latter didn’t follow his demands. The former Governor of Rivers State described Mohammed as being treacherous, alleging that he conspired with others…

.. Bolt, a leading global mobility and food delivery company, announced on Thursday that it has achieved €2bn ($2.11bn) in annual revenue. The European company with branches in Nigeria and other countries, widely recognized as a strong competitor to U.S.-based Uber, is rapidly expanding its international presence as it prepares for a public listing.…

The Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has appealed to the people of the state to vote for him in honour of late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, who is seeking re-election under the All Progressives Congress, said the late governor would be happy to see Ondo people vote for APC. He stated this on…

.. … Seeks Steady Support For Local Refineries. The House of Representatives Committee Chairman on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) Ikenga Ugochinyere, has commended the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Mele Kyari over the reorganisation of the apex nation’s oil company and the end of subsidy payment. He also hailed…

The governorship candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in the forthcoming election in Ondo State, Olugbenga Edema, has filed a motion seeking the Federal High Court’s order to disqualify Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa from participating in the Saturday poll. Naija News reports that Edema is asking the court to instruct the Independent National Electoral…

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has called on the Ondo people to vote for Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s re-election. Kashim Shettima told Ondo voters that President Bola Tinubu endorsed and is behind the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate. The Vice President stated this on Wednesday during that APC governorship campaign rally for Aiyedatiwa and his…

At least six individuals affiliated with the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State have been admitted to the hospital after an assault by suspected armed assailants in the Idanre Local Government Area. Naija News understands that the incident happened on Wednesday during a political event two days before the state’s gubernatorial election. Kennedy Peretei,…

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s chances of securing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ticket for the 2027 general elections, asserting it is unlikely to happen. During a live media session on Wednesday evening in Abuja, Wike noted that Atiku has repeatedly shared his vision with…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that he has not been approached to support the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Agboola Ajayi, in the upcoming Ondo State governorship election scheduled for next Saturday. During a media briefing with selected journalists on Wednesday, Wike highlighted the need for proper consultation…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has alleged that some leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are working hard to bring him down instead of focusing on resolving the crisis facing the party. He also added that most PDP leaders are obsessed with their personal ambitions instead of focusing on…

.. The removal of fuel price subsidies and the unification of official foreign exchange windows into a single rate, among other economic reforms by President Bola Tinubu, have been commended by 42 World Trade Organization (WTO) Member countries. The commendation comes as Nigeria’s trade policy undergoes review at the WTO in Geneva, Switzerland. The…

Senator Abdulrahman Kawu Sumaila, representing Kano South, has issued a legal warning to Hashimu Dungurawa, chairman of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP), threatening a defamation lawsuit over claims of corruption and election malpractice. The senator, through his legal counsel Sunusi Musa SAN, accused Dungurawa of tarnishing his reputation by alleging corruption, election fraud, and…

.. The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) led by the Commissioner For Insurance (CFI) and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Olusegun Ayo Omosehin announced a partnership with the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) to haul out offenders in the sector. Omosehin announced the partnership when hepaid the Chairman of the EFCC Mr. Olu Olukoyedea working…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) reported a significant revenue of N11.5 billion generated from the sale of nomination and expression of interest forms, along with levies and dues from aspirants and officeholders between February and March 2023. Out of this total, N7.9 billion was allocated to support state congresses, the national convention, and various campaign…

.. …Segun Appointed As CFO, Abdullahi EVP Downstream, Ntia EVP Upstream In a bold move aimed at strengthening its operational efficiency and boost its competitive edge in the global oil and gas industry, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd has announced key leadership appointments. The move is in line with the provisions of the…

The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara has approved the creation of two new Judicial Divisions of the State High Court. In a notice dated November 8, 2024, the Governor authorized the establishment of the Abua Judicial Division in the Abua-Odual Local Government Area and the Bonny Judicial Division in Bonny Local Government Area. A…