Politics

A political affairs analyst, Ibrahim Modibo, has said that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, is overplaying his hands in the politics of Rivers State. Modibo said this on Friday, while fielding questions in an interview on Arise Television. While saying that there is no need for him to have an overwhelming influence on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, the analyst said Wike needs to calm down. “To me, the trajectory of the problems confronting the Rivers state in particular has to do with conflict of power between two people. These are the major problems. “Based on my studies, based on my understanding of the political system that has confronted Rivers prior to this moment and up to this moment, I can see the hands of the former governor, who seems to b...

The Labour Party (LP) has formally named Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, as its National Leader and conveyed goodwill to its former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, following his decision to join the coalition African Democratic Congress (ADC). This was contained in a communiqué issued by the party’s National Secretary, Darlington Nwokocha. According to the statement, the resolution was reached at a meeting of the Labour Party’s National Working Committee (NWC) held on Wednesday, where discussions centered on the party’s stability, expansion, and overall strategic direction. “The NWC, acting unanimously, hereby recognizes His Excellency, Governor Alex Chioma Otti, as the National Leader of the Labour Party,” the communiqué stated in part. It also noted that the party’s nation...

The Rivers State House of Assembly has affirmed that the impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his Deputy, Ngozi Odu, are progressing as planned. This was disclosed on Friday by the Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Petitions and Complaints, Enemi George, in an official statement. George explained that the impeachment move is being carried out strictly in accordance with the provisions of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended). He noted that two separate notices alleging gross misconduct, initiated under Section 188 of the Constitution against both the Governor and the Deputy Governor, have been formally transmitted to them by the Speaker of the House, and the Assembly is currently awaiting their responses. A...

Abia North Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is set to remove Abia State Governor Alex Otti in the 2027 elections. Addressing his supporters at a recent rally, Kalu told Governor Otti to “write his will,” insisting that APC is ready to take control of the state. The former governor of Abia also pledged to campaign door-to-door across the state to ensure Otti’s defeat. “The governor once said that anyone wanting to succeed him should go write their will. I’m telling him to write his own will first because we are taking over,” Kalu said. Describing Otti as inexperienced in politics, he added, “The governor is a joker; he doesn’t understand politics. He’s a banker. As far as I’m concerned, he is a one-term governor. Abia people will speak...

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan (SAN), has assured Nigerians that the 2027 General Election will be free, fair, transparent and powered by technology, stressing that the Commission will not tolerate any form of misconduct. Amupitan gave the assurance in Lagos during INEC’s 2026 Induction and Strategic Retreat held from January 9 to 10, saying the Commission must adapt to a fast-changing electoral environment and meet the rising expectations of citizens. He described INEC officials as custodians of the people’s mandate, noting that the retreat was aimed at blending institutional experience with innovation required for modern elections. The INEC chairman commended staff for their performance in the November 2025 Anambra ...

Rivers State House of Assembly Serves Misconduct Notice on Fubara and Deputy The Rivers State House of Assembly has begun fresh proceedings to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi How to Impeach a Governor in Nigeria: Seven Steps Notice of AllegationsAt least one-third of the State House members must submit a written notice of gross misconduct to the Speaker. Service of NoticeThe Speaker serves the notice to the Governor within seven days, specifying the allegations. Resolution to InvestigateWithin 14 days, the House votes on whether to investigate. Approval requires at least two-thirds of all members. Failure ends the process. Constitution of an Investigation PanelIf approved, the Speaker asks the Chief Judge to appoint a seven-member pane...

Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has refuted reports claiming that he recently announced plans to contest the presidency. Speaking on Channels Television on Friday, Baba-Ahmed said his comments had been misconstrued, stressing that he never made such a declaration. “I did not declare to contest the presidency two days ago,” he stated. He explained that his recent remarks were simply a reaffirmation of his continued membership of the Labour Party, amid ongoing political conversations about the party’s future and its leading figures. While acknowledging that political possibilities could arise in the future, he maintained that no decision or announcement has been made. The clarification follows widespread reports across traditional and soci...

The US Senate on Thursday voted 52-47 to block President Donald Trump from further military action in Venezuela. Entertainment center The move came less than a week after Trump authorized a strike that captured the country’s leader, Nicolás Maduro. The measure, known as a War Powers Resolution, only needed a simple majority to pass in the Republican-controlled Senate and would require Trump to seek the approval of Congress before using the U.S. military again in Venezuela. The legislation, led by Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., was co-sponsored by Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y. Five Republicans joined all 47 Democrats in voting yes on the motion to advance the resolution to the ...

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has strongly condemned the attempt by the State House of Assembly to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy. The Assembly had on Thursday initiated impeachment proceedings against the governor over allegations of misconduct. The impeachment notice is expected to be formally served on both the governor and his deputy within seven days. Reacting to the development, the Rivers APC, in a statement by its Publicity Secretary, Darlington Nwauju, outrightly rejected the move. “Our position remains clear: we firmly oppose the decision to embark on an impeachment process against our governor and his deputy,” Nwauju said. He described the move as unacceptable, noting that the party cannot remain silent while unresolved intern...

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has constituted a 22-member Constitution Review Committee aimed at strengthening internal democracy, discipline, and overall party administration. The committee was formally inaugurated on Thursday at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja. Addressing members at the event, ADC National Chairman, Senator David Mark, said the party’s constitution remains fundamental to its growth and direction. He described it as the framework that guides conduct, regulates internal processes, and protects internal democracy. Mark explained that the decision to review the constitution became necessary as the party continues to expand, stressing the need for ADC’s operations to reflect global democratic standards. According to him, the exercise is focused ...