President Tinubu Arrives in Riyadh for Joint Arab-Islamic Summit
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has landed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for the Joint Arab-Islamic Summit focused on the escalating crisis in the Middle East. This Read more
Nigeria Politics
BREAKING!!! EFCC Arrests Former Delta State Governor And Vice Presidential Candidate , Ifeanyi Okowa
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly arrested the immediate past governor of Delta State, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa. According to report gathered by Read more
AGF Intervenes in Protest Case, requests Case file from Police
The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has intervened in the ongoing legal proceedings against individuals arrested Read more
#EndBadGovernance: Atiku Condemns Tinubu Administration for Arraigning Malnourished Children
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar condemned the Bola Tinubu-led administration for allegedly arraigning malnourished children before a Federal High Court. Atiku, in a statement today, Read more
Cabinet Reshuffle: Will ‘The Fear of Tinubu’ Last or Another ‘Buhari Body Language’?
By Obinna Ejianya (9News Nigeria – Melbourne, Australia) President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, now over a year in office, is undergoing a significant transformation as Read more
Analysis: Between Lawmaker Alex Ikwechegh and a Bolt Driver
On October 27, 2024, an altercation between Alex Ikwechegh, a federal lawmaker representing Aba North and South, and a Bolt driver in Abuja made headlines. Read more
Criminals Collecting Tax From Communities For Peaceful Living, Arrested In Borno
Six armed suspects were arrested in Borno State by the state’s command of the Nigerian Police Force. The suspects, who according to the police were Read more
Rt. Hon. Ike Ibe Mourns Passing of Prof. Humphrey Nwosu, Icon of Nigerian Democracy
Former Speaker of the Imo State House of Assembly and past Imo State Trade Representative in the United States, Rt. Hon. Ike Ibe, has expressed Read more
Prof. Humphrey Nwosu: A Tribute from Rt. Hon. Deacon Chike Okafor on His Passing
Rt. Hon. Deacon Chike Okafor, Ph.D, Member of the House of Representatives for Okigwe South Federal Constituency, has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Read more
Peter Obi’s Tribute to Gowon: A Bold Act of Forgiveness and National Healing
By Obinna Ejianya (9News Nigeria – Melbourne, Australia) Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, recently faced intense criticism after offering a glowing Read more
States Across Nigeria Increase Minimum Wage with Lagos and Rivers leading at N85,000
In a move to address the rising cost of living, several Nigerian states have increased their minimum wage, with Lagos and Rivers State leading the Read more
Shakiru’s Thugs Disrupt Ayobo-Ipaja Stakeholders’ Meeting
GAC Members, Party Leaders Forced to Flee Amid Chaos In yet another brazen display of lawlessness, thugs reportedly loyal to the former Chairman of Ayobo-Ipaja Read more
Peter Obi’s Tribute to Yakubu Gowon Sparks Debate on Forgiveness and National Unity
In a nation grappling with its deep historical scars, Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, stirred conversation when he publicly Read more
Economic Hardship Is Global, Not Peculiar to Nigeria – Senator Orji Uzor Kalu
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu addressed the growing concerns over Nigeria’s economic challenges, particularly in light of recent government reforms. During a recent interview on Channels Read more
Peter Obi Angry After President Tinubu, VP Shettima Junketed Out Of Nigeria
Following the foreign trips embarked upon by both President Bola Tinubu and his deputy, Kashim Shettima, Peter Obi, Labour Party, LP, presidential candidate during the Read more
WATCH: Nigerians React as Tinubu’s Dummy Sculpture Mangled in a Viral Video
A viral video of Tinubu’s dummy sculpture being mangled has become a focal point for discussions about governance, accountability, and public sentiment in Nigeria. The Read more
EXCLUSIVE: Tinubu and Shettima’s Simultaneous Overseas Trips: What’s Behind Them?
As of Today (16th October 2024), both Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima are out of the country on separate international engagements. Read more
Jelili Served Pre-action Notice Over Defamation of Character
Sequel to the portrayal of Alhaji Abiodun Isola Ejigbadero with unprintable names in a desperate attempt to blackmail and tarnish his image and reputation, Mr. Read more
PDP Crisis: Gov. Bala Makes Big Announcement On Damagum
By Muhammad Kachalla (9News Nigeria Bauchi) Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have overturned the suspension of acting National Chairman Iliya Damagum, National Publicity Read more
Dele Momodu Accuses Wike’s Group of Fostering PDP Crisis
People’s Democratic Party (PDP) media mogul and prominent politician, Dele Momodu, has leveled serious allegations against the camp of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Read more
Local Government Autonomy: A Pipe Dream or Reality in Nigeria? By Olugbenga George
The recent Supreme Court promulgation on local government autonomy in Nigeria is a significant milestone, especially under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 18-month-old administration. This move Read more
Dino Melaye confirms suspension of PDP Acting National Chairman Damagun amid crisis resolution efforts
Former Senator, Dino Melaye has announced the suspension of Umar Damagun, the party’s Acting National Chairman. Melaye today, clarified that the decision to suspend Damagun, Read more
Minister of Creative Economy Defends NYSC Certificate Controversy
Nigeria’s Minister of Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, addressed the controversy surrounding her lack of a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate during a live Read more
Chike Okafor and Championing Youth Empowerment in Imo State by Chinedum Anayo
Honorable Chike Okafor has long been recognized for his unwavering commitment to empowering the youth of Imo State. As a Federal Representative of Obowo, Ihitte Read more
EXCLUSIVE: How Governor Fubara Defied Police Withdrawal, Conducted Successful LGA Elections in Rivers State
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has defied significant legal and security obstacles and ensured the state’s local government elections proceeded as planned. The elections, held Read more
EXCLUSIVE: Wike-Fubara Crisis casts shadow over Rivers State LGA Elections
The ongoing power struggle between former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike and his successor, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Read more
Chike Okafor: A Beacon of Service, Leadership, and Morality by Chinedum Anayo
Honorable Chike Okafor, a distinguished member of Nigeria’s House of Representatives from Imo State, has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, service, and a commitment to his Read more
64th Independence Day: Federal House of Representatives Member urges patriotism and cooperation
The Member of the Federal House of Representatives representing Obowo, Ihitte Uboma, and Ehime Mbano constituency, Chike Okafor has congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of Read more
Nigeria at 64: Former Imo Speaker Ike Ibe Urges Nigerians to be Resilient and Hopeful
Former Speaker of the Imo State House of Assembly and 2023 gubernatorial candidate, Ike Ibe, urged Nigerians to remain resilient amid the country’s ongoing economic Read more
64th Independence Anniversary: SDP National Chairman Recommits to Democracy
As Nigeria celebrates its 64th Independence Day, the National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Alhaji Shehu Musa Gabam, has reaffirmed the party’s dedication Read more
