Author: Vincent Osuwo

The governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced his resignation from the All Progressives Congress governorship primary contest. Fubara made this clear in a personally signed statement on Wednesday, stating that he will support whatever the party’s nominee is, according to The Nation. The governor stated that his decision was made after thorough consultations with his family, friends, and political acquaintances. “After deep reflection and extensive consultations with my family, friends, and associates, I have taken the difficult but necessary decision to withdraw from the APC governorship primaries. I do so with a full heart and with a firm…

Sunusi Tofa, the Director-General of Media and Publicity at Kano Government House, has made the explosive claim that former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso is indirectly working for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Tofa made the allegation on Wednesday during an interview on Arise News’ morning show, in response to ongoing political developments and alliances ahead of the next election cycle. According to him, recent political activities and strategic engagements across the country indicate subtle cooperation between some opposition figures and the ruling All Progressives Congress, with certain political calculations promoted by…

The Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, described the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Assembly primary election in Surulere Constituency I, Lagos State, as peaceful, fair, and orderly. This occurred after the constituency’s incumbent congressman, Desmond Elliott, withdrew from the race, alleging alleged intimidation of his supporters. Gbajabiamila spoke with journalists after voting in the primary election for Ward G2 (Adeniran Ogunsanya Ward 5), which is located in Alaka Housing Estate in Surulere, Lagos. The previous Speaker of the House of Representatives expressed his admiration for party members’ conduct and the pleasant mood that pervaded the…

Lagos State lawmaker Desmond Elliot has formally withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress primary race for the Surulere 1 constituency in the House of Assembly, claiming intimidation by his supporters. Elliot announced his resignation on Wednesday at the tiny Paddington stadium on Western Avenue, where the party’s primary was taking place. The actor-turned-politician stated that he made multiple requests to the electoral officers to allow his supporters entrance to the voting place, but his demands were denied. “And of course, in all zones, they’ve been intimidating and stopping us. I want to officially announce my withdrawal from this particular race.…

President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, believes Nigerians have the constitutional right to defend themselves against attacks, including lethal threats, while adding that the government is striving to reduce insecurity across the country. Bwala made the statement during an interview with Arise Television on Wednesday, in response to recent violent episodes such as the deaths in Esiele community in Oyo State’s Orire Local Government Area and the abduction of teachers and students from LA Primary School. Bwala emphasized that the Nigerian Constitution protects citizens’ right to self-defense. “The constitution has guaranteed to every citizen of Nigeria…

The Kano State Government has announced the Eid-el-Kabir holiday break for all public and private primary and secondary schools in the state. The announcement was made on Wednesday by the Director of Public Enlightenment at the Ministry of Education, Musbahu Aminu Yakasai. Day schools will begin their Sallah break on Friday, May 22, 2026, and are expected to resume academic activities on Monday, June 1, 2026. “Boarding students are expected to begin their holiday on Saturday, May 23, 2026, and return to school on Sunday, May 31, 2026.” The ministry recommended parents and guardians, particularly those with children in boarding…

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) voted to keep the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 26.5% at its 305th meeting. The decision was made at the most recent MPC session, which had 11 members in attendance. Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), announced the decision on Wednesday at the end of the Monetary Policy Committee’s 305th meeting in Abuja. “The Committee resolved to retain the Monetary Policy Rate at 26.5 per cent.” Cardoso said. The decision follows a 50-basis-point reduction in February 2026 and a previous hold at the MPC…

The University of Cross River (UNICROSS) chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), has commenced an indefinite strike over the failure of the institution’s management to implement the salary structure and other welfare benefits of academic staff. The union’s Chairman, Dr Patrick Ushie, issued a statement outlining many demands, including the immediate execution of the non-financial components of the 2025 ASUU-FG renegotiated agreement. The union is also requesting additional government financing for the university, as well as timely payment of monthly salary by the third day of each consecutive month. It also demanded the prompt payment of all…

Arsenal teenage sensation Max Dowman has achieved another significant record after becoming the youngest player ever to win the English Premier League title. He accomplished the astonishing feat after Arsenal won their first Premier League title in 22 years, following Manchester City’s draw with Bournemouth on Tuesday. He accomplished the astonishing feat after Arsenal won their first Premier League title in 22 years, following Manchester City’s draw with Bournemouth on Tuesday. This is another record for the 16-year-old midfielder, who debuted in August 2025 as the Premier League’s youngest player at 15 years and 235 days old. After scoring a…

A two-story building under construction fell in Umuoma village, Umuoji, Idemili North Local Government Area, Anambra State, sparking alarm among inhabitants and passers-by.  According to reports, some construction workers at the site narrowly escaped death on Monday evening when the structure began to cave in due to loud cracking sounds coming from the walls. When our correspondent visited the area on Wednesday, he noticed that the building, which was supposedly planned to function as a hotel, had skewed dangerously to opposite sides after partially collapsing. A local who identified himself only as Uzor said more than 20 workers were on…