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Shettima Urges Media To Strengthen Democracy Through Constructive Criticism

NewsDeskNgMar 31, 2026March 31, 20260

Vice President Kashim Shettima urges media to promote democracy through critical thinking, praising Babajide Kolade-Otitoju’s journalism legacy. Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on the Nigerian media to strengthen democracy by embracing constructive criticism and critical thinking in their reportage. Shettima made the call in Abuja during the public presentation...

Borno Gov Zulum Dissolves Cabinet

NewsDeskNgMar 30, 2026March 30, 20260

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has dissolved his entire cabinet, directing commissioners to relinquish their positions. The directive was contained in a statement on Monday by the Secretary to the Borno State Government, Bukar Tijani. Although no reason was given for the directive, it may not be unconnected with the...

Gawuna Resigns As FMBN Chairman Ahead Of ‘Expected’ Defection

NewsDeskNgMar 30, 2026March 30, 20260

The Chairman of the Governing Board of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN), Nasiru Gawuna, has formally resigned from his position, signaling a major political shift ahead of upcoming activities in Kano State and beyond. Gawuna, a former governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano, submitted...

Northern Govs Back Tinubu, Seek Stronger Security Reforms

NewsDeskNgMar 30, 2026March 30, 20260

Governors of the 19 northern states, under the aegis of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF), on Monday reaffirmed their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in tackling insecurity and driving development across the region. The governors pledged continued collaboration with the Federal Government and security agencies to address evolving...

Tuggar Resigns As Foreign Affairs Minister, Eyes Bauchi Governorship

NewsDeskNgMar 30, 2026March 30, 20260

Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar has resigned from Tinubu’s cabinet ahead of the 2027 elections to pursue Bauchi governorship. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has resigned from the cabinet of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Tuggar’s resignation is seen as a move to actualise...

Empowering Communities, Envisioning a Brighter Future: The Tagwaye Progressive Network Story

NewsDeskNgMar 29, 2026March 29, 20260

In a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s political landscape, the Tagwaye Progressive Network (TPN) is emerging as a force for grassroots mobilisation and community development. Founded in 2026 by Hon. Dr. Obinna Simon, popularly known as MC Tagwaye, the movement is championing progressive leadership, inclusivity and sustainable growth across the...

Kwankwaso: I Have Found It Necessary To Identify With Another Platform For Strategic Realignment

NewsDeskNgMar 29, 2026March 29, 20260

Kwankwaso resigns from NNPP, cites shifting political landscape and seeks new platform to reposition and drive national change. Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has formally resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing the need for political realignment in Nigeria’s evolving landscape. In a press statement dated March 29, 2026,...

Wike Guides 2,500 PDP Delegates To Confirm Mohammed, Anyanwu, Others As Substantive National Leaders

NewsDeskNgMar 29, 2026March 29, 20260

Wike leads PDP delegates to national convention, confirms Mohammed, Anyanwu, and others as substantive party leaders. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, will today lead over 2,500 delegates of the party to affirm all the members of the Abdulrahman Mohammed-led National...

Wike Says PDP Reconciliation Will Continue Beyond National Convention

NewsDeskNgMar 28, 2026March 28, 20260

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has affirmed that reconciliation efforts within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will continue beyond the party’s upcoming national convention. Wike made the announcement while inspecting the convention venue in Abuja ahead of the event scheduled for this weekend. He highlighted that the...

Tinubu Calls For Unity, Party Discipline At APC National Convention

NewsDeskNgMar 28, 2026March 28, 20260

President Tinubu has urged unity and discipline within APC, reaffirming commitment to reforms and national development. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for unity, discipline, and renewed commitment within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as the party held its 4th Elective National Convention in Abuja. Speaking Friday at the...