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Okocha Urges Fubara To Resign Or Face Impeachment

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Okocha Urges Fubara To Resign Or Face Impeachment

Tony Okocha, the chairman of Rivers State's All Progressives Congress, has urged Siminalayi Fubara, the governor of the state, to step down or risk impeachment. Okocha made the call while describing the invitation of the 27 lawmakers to a meeting by Fubara as a Greek gift. Okocha at a news briefing in Port Harcourt on Monday morning said by every standard...

Osun LG Crisis: APC Urges Adeleke To Uphold Court’s Decision

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Osun LG Crisis: Adeleke Refutes Allegations Of Education, Health Services Disruption

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke to adhere to the Court of Appeal's decision reinstating APC local government chairmen and councillors. Mr Kola Olabisi, the party’s Osun chapter Director of Media and Publicity, made the call in Abuja on Sunday. He spoke at a news conference about Osun’s political situation. He stated that governance should...

Senator Orji Kalu Pays Courtesy Visit To President Tinubu (Photos)

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Senator Orji Kalu Pays Courtesy Visit To President Tinubu (Photos)

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North Senatorial District, has confirmed a friendly visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The former Abia State governor shared the update on his official Facebook page, stating: "Tonight, I paid a friendly visit to the working President, H.E. Asiwaju Ahmed Bola Tinubu, GCFR." READ ALSO: Nnamdi Kanu Moves To...

PDP Slams Gov Otti Over Rumored Plan To Cut LGA Chairmen’s Terms

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Abia Transport Unions Backs Otti Ahead Of 2027 Elections

Governor Alex Otti was criticized by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Abia State chapter for what it called his foolish decision to shorten the term of elected Local Government Chairmen in the state from four to two years by means of the State House of Assembly The party stated that the move is unconstitutional, undemocratic, and a direct affront to...

Sexual Harassment: Senator Natasha Kisses Husband In Senate Chamber (Video)

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Sexual Harassment: Senator Natasha Kisses Husband In Senate Chamber (Video)

A heartwarming moment unfolded in the Senate chamber as Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) and her husband made a grand entrance, exchanging a warm and passionate kiss in the presence of her colleagues. The unexpected public display of affection drew mixed reactions from fellow lawmakers and onlookers, with some expressing admiration for the couple’s strong bond, while others viewed it...

Senate Committee Dismisses Sexual Harassment Petition Against Akpabio

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Senate Outline Conditions As Court Orders Natasha's Return

The Senate Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct, and Public Petitions has dismissed a sexual harassment petition filed by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The Committee chairman, Senator Neda Imasuen, made this known on Wednesday during a probe hearing at the National Assembly, stating that the petition was "dead on arrival" due to procedural irregularities. According...

Rivers Electoral Commission Sets August 9 For Fresh LG Elections

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Rivers Electoral Commission Sets August 9 For Fresh LG Elections

Fresh local government elections have been set for Saturday, August 9, 2025 by the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission after the Supreme Court declared the previous polls invalid. The Chairman of RSIEC, Justice Adolphus Enebeli (retd.), announced the new date on Wednesday during a stakeholders’ meeting in Port Harcourt. Enebeli explained that the decision was in compliance with last Friday’s Supreme...

Lagos APC Decries Obasa’s Resignation Rumors

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Lagos APC Decries Obasa’s Resignation Rumors

The All Progressives Congress's Lagos State chapter has revealed that Speaker Mudashiru Obasa is not anticipated to step down as part of the deal to end the Lagos State House of Assembly's leadership crisis. Reacting to rumors about Obasa’s resignation, the APC spokesperson in Lagos, Seye Oladejo, dismissed the claim. “To the best of my knowledge, there was no time the...

APC Chieftain Petitions National Chair Over Onyejeocha,’s Alleged Anti-Party Activities In Abia

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APC Chieftain Petitions National Chair Over Onyejeocha,’s Alleged Anti-Party Activities In Abia

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Chief Williams Nwanguma, has petitioned the National Chairman of the party, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, accusing the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, of engaging in anti-party activities. In the petition, titled “Petition Against the Anti-Party Activity of Hon. Nkiruka Onyejeocha: The Honorable Minister of...

“I Am Ready To Pay The Supreme Price” – Governor Fubara (Video)

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“I Am Ready To Pay The Supreme Price” - Governor Fubara

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has assured his supporters that victory is inevitable despite the ongoing political turmoil in the state. Speaking on Monday during the commissioning of the Government House Staff Quarters at Forces Avenue, opposite the Government House in Port Harcourt, Governor Fubara emphasized that the struggle in Rivers State is not just about politics but about standing...

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