Political news and analysis
Former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has backed the decision of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) to zone its presidential ticket to the South ahead of the next general election, describing the move as a pathway to national healing, unity and fairness.
The Chairman of the Convention Planning Committee of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Usman Bugaje, on Saturday accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of plunging Nigerians into poverty and using state institutions to weaken opposition parties ahead of the 2027 elections. Bugaje made the remarks while speaking at the SDP National Convention and Presidential Primaries held [âŚ] SDPâs Bugaje accuses APC of deepening poverty, undermining opposition
Boniface Okoro in Umuahia Former political office holders that served in Abia State between 1999 and 2023 have intervened to save the state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from looming implosion
Leading Marketing and Communications company, Teksight Edge, has been appointed as Lead sponsorship and commercial partner to Zantiri
Giants coach John Harbaugh said he spoke to Odell Beckham Jr. three to four times in the past week as they remain in touch about reuniting. But they will "play it out over the next month and into training camp" before making a decision.
The Federal Government/International Fund for Agricultural Development, FG-IFAD, Value Chain Development Programme, VCDP, in Niger State has called on financial and insurance institutions to introduce flexible loan and insurance packages for farmers under its programme ahead of the farming season. The State Programme Coordinator VCDP, Hajiya Hadizat Isah, made the call during a meeting with [âŚ] IFAD-VCDP calls for flexible insurance, loan packages for farmers in Niger
Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Kingsley Chinda, has appeared before the governorship election screening committee of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead of the primaries. Chinda, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, had, reportedly, quietly defected to the APC a few days ago. The lawmaker is said to be one [âŚ] Chinda appears before APC governorship screening committee
Bobby Cox, longtime manager of the Atlanta Braves and a World Series champion in 1995, has died at the age of 84.
The First Lady, in a statement on Saturday noted that the journey of Abeni in the music industry has been marked by resilience, and excellence.
Ibrahim Oyewale in Lokoja The Institute of Safety Professional of Nigeria (ISPON) Kogi State branch has advocated for 100 per cent endorsement of the strict compliance with safety standard by the people of the state.
The Gbagada-Yaba axis of Lagos has recorded 231 active short-let apartments, highlighting the rapid growth of the short-term rental market within one of the cityâs most commercially vibrant and technology-driven corridors. Industry stakeholders say the increase reflects changing housing preferences, rising demand for flexible accommodation, and the growing influence of digital booking platforms in Nigeriaâs [...] Source from InfoStride News
Africa is leading a change in news consumption habits â and transforming the lives of current affairs enthusiasts Last year Amahle-Imvelo Jaxa posted a TikTok video about South African peacekeepers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. She explained an argument that had erupted between the South African and Rwandan presidents, then listed roles different South African groups would play in a war with Rwanda: the Sotho strategists, the Xhosa negotiators, the Afrikaner muscle. The video went viral and she racked up 100,000 followers in three days. This breakout video enabled Jaxa to pivot from being a marketing and restaurant entrepreneur to a âprofessional yapper and current affairs enthusiastâ, part of a group of content creators explaining the news to young South Africans who, like many of their global peers, are eschewing traditional news in favour of social media. Continue reading...
