Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), marking a significant shift in the country’s political landscape. In a letter dated July 14, 2025, addressed to the Chairman of the PDP in Jada 1 Ward, Jada Local Government Area of Adamawa State, Atiku cited deep concerns over the party’s current direction, which he said has deviated from its founding principles. “It is indeed heartbreaking for me to make this decision,” Atiku wrote. “However, I find it necessary to part ways due to the current trajectory the Party has taken, which I…
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In the hushed darkness of the Shield Hotel conference hall in Jalingo, the faces of young students glowed in the flicker of a projector screen. On that screen, scenes of both hope and suffering unfolded the kind that transcends borders, faiths, and cultures. The documentary, titled Bridging the Abyss, carried a powerful message: freedom of religion or belief is not merely a principle; it is a fundamental human right that must be protected. This message was at the heart of an event organized on Monday by Search for Common Ground (SFCG), with support from the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The…
Adeleke Slams Aregbesola Over 2026 Threats, Says Osun Won’t Return to “Dark Days” Osun state governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has fired back at former governor Rauf Aregbesola over reported threats to unseat him in 2026, accusing Aregbesola of leaving behind a legacy of debt, hardship, and unfinished projects during his tenure. In a statement issued on Monday through his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke described Aregbesola’s administration as “the worst in Osun history,” marked by half-salary payments to workers, misuse of pension funds, and incomplete infrastructure projects. “The empty boast of Mr. Aregbesola about 2026 is a symptom of a…
The Adamawa State Independent Electoral Commission (ADSIEC) has commenced a comprehensive training program for all Resident Electoral Officers (REOs) at the Medugu Hotel Annex in Jimeta, Yola. The ongoing training focuses on familiarizing REOs with current electoral processes, guidelines, and best practices to enhance professionalism and ensure credible conduct in future elections. Participants are being exposed to innovations in election management, including voter education strategies, the deployment of technology, and improved logistics coordination, all aimed at strengthening transparency and public trust in the electoral process. The training underscores ADSIEC’s commitment to continuous capacity building and operational excellence ahead of upcoming…
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre MPAC, Nigeria, has expressed shock over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday afternoon at a clinic in London. In a statement signed by its Executive Chairman, Disu Kamor, MPAC described Buhari’s death as a profound loss, offering prayers for Allah’s forgiveness, mercy, and for the late President to be granted Aljannatul Firdaus. “While the full measure of his legacy will be left to history and the generations to come, his passing is a solemn reminder of the temporary nature of power, the accountability of leadership, and the inevitable return to…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Friday, July 13, 2025, in London, United Kingdom. According to a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Buhari died at approximately 4:30 p.m. after a prolonged illness. President Tinubu has expressed his condolences to the late President’s family, having personally spoken with his widow, Mrs. Aishat Buhari, to offer sympathy and support. In a directive reflecting national mourning, President Tinubu has ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima to travel to the UK to accompany Buhari’s…
Some of Nigeria’s most prominent elder statesmen, political leaders, and civil society figures are set to gather in Abuja this week for a high-level emergency summit aimed at charting a path toward a new constitution for the country. The summit, titled “Actualising a Constitutional Democracy That Works for All in Nigeria,” will run from Tuesday, July 15, to Thursday, July 17, 2025. It is being convened by The PATRIOTS, a group of respected elder statesmen and thought leaders, in partnership with the Nigerian Political Summit Group (NPSG). A key highlight of the gathering will be the endorsement and formal presentation of a…
Landowners whose properties were acquired for the establishment of the Federal University, Wukari, have accused the Taraba State Government of failing to complete compensation payments, claiming the delay has caused severe hardship and disrupted education in the host community. In a statement released on Sunday in Jalingo, the landowners, represented by their solicitor, Barrister P. M. Shagnah, said the prolonged non-payment has pushed many residents into poverty and forced some students to drop out of school due to financial difficulties. Shagnah disclosed that a post-judgment settlement reached in 2023 required the government to pay ₦205 million in compensation in seven…
Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has thrown his weight behind Nigeria’s ongoing Constitution Review exercise, describing it as vital for fostering inclusive, people-centered governance. Governor Yahaya stated this while declaring open the North-East Zone ‘A’ Public Hearing on the review of the 1999 Constitution, held at the International Conference Centre, Gombe. The hearing drew participants from Gombe, Bauchi, and Taraba States to deliberate on constitutional amendments aimed at strengthening democracy and national development. “The constitution is a living document one that must be constantly updated to reflect the evolving needs and aspirations of our people,” Yahaya said. Reviewing Nigeria’s…
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC), Nigeria, has condemned the reported suspension of a mosque construction project at Ede High School in Osun State, describing it as a significant violation of religious freedom and due process. In a statement signed by its Executive Chairman, Disu Kamor, MPAC alleged that the decision to halt the project was influenced by the Seventh Day Adventist Church and prominent businessman Dr. Deji Adeleke, despite the mosque having received formal approval from the Osun State Ministry of Education. “This incident is not merely about a building. It is about whether rule of law will be respected…