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Nigerian Borders Already Open – Presidency Replies Atiku POLITICS DIGEST — The Presidency has responded to the declaration by former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, that he would “open the borders” immediately upon assuming office. The Presidency in a statement by its spokesman, Sunday Dare said: […] The post Nigerian…
Former Cross River State Governor, Donald Duke, has urged opposition politicians in Nigeria to unite and present a common front ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that individually confronting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu could weaken their chances. The post 2027: ‘You Can’t Fight Tinubu Alone, Opposition Must Unite’ — Donald Duke appeared first on Politics Digest .
Former Vice-President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate for the 2027 election, Atiku Abubakar, has claimed that he has evidence that President Bola Tinubu is 90 years old, saying he would present the evidence in court. The post Atiku: I Have Evidence Tinubu Is 90 Years Old appeared first on Politics Digest .
Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has dismissed President Bola Tinubu’s latest promise to work with governors to reduce public transport fares as a desperate and belated response to a cost-of-living crisis created by his own government. The post Atiku To Tinubu: Nigerians Need Cheaper Fuel, Not Last-Minute Transport Promises appeared first on Politics…
Imo governor, Hope Uzodimma has revealed that 31 governors who are members of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC. have agreed to deliver their states for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. The post 31 APC Governors Vow to Deliver their States for Tinubu in 2027 appeared first on Politics Digest .
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Gombe State has received a significant political boost following the defection of the Chairman of the Labour Party (LP) in the state, Hon. Usman Sule Dauda, popularly known as Kalala, and former Commissioner for Lands and Survey, Hon. Shehu Abubakar Durbi, to the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The post PDP Gains Momentum in Gombe as Labour Party…
FG Makes Procurement Certification Mandatory for Federal Civil Servants By Kabir Akintayo The Federal Government has approved mandatory professional certification for officers in the Procurement Cadre across the Federal Public Service. The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack, announced the policy in a circular dated August 26, 2026, […] The post FG Makes…
2027: After Subsidy Brouhaha, Atiku Vows to Reverse More Govt Policies POLITICS DIGEST — Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has pledged to reopen Nigeria’s land borders and improve port infrastructure in the South if elected president in 2027. Atiku made the pledge while addressing supporters in a video […] The post 2027: After…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced moves by state governors to reduce transportation costs nationwide, following the decline in fuel costs and the growing adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and electric vehicles. The post Tinubu, Governors Move to Cut Transport Fares Nationwide as CNG Fleet Hits 120,000 appeared first on Politics Digest .
Mustafa Chike-Obi, former chairman of Fidelity Bank, says the plan by former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar to reintroduce petrol subsidy is naive and may amount to spending half of the country’s national wealth in foreign exchange (FX). The post You are Naive – Mustafa Chike-Obi Tackles Atiku of Subsidy Doublespeak appeared first on Politics Digest .
The political associates and key members of the political family of the late first civilian Governor of Gombe State, Alhaji Abubakar Habu Hashidu, have endorsed the governorship aspiration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Dr. Jamil Isyaku Gwamna, ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The post Hashidu Political Family Backs Gwamna’s 2027 Bid in Gombe appeared first on Politics…
A government agency that the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says was allegedly created without presidential authorisation had built an elaborate structure spanning 20 states and two foreign countries. The post ICPC Uncovers Another Fake Agency as Tinubu Suspends 3 Perm Secs appeared first on Politics Digest .
Atiku Abubakar may finally have discovered the issue that can draw political blood from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. And I am enjoying seeing the president and his inner circle squirm in discomfort like cats stranded on a hot zinc roof. The post Why Atiku’s Subsidy Gambit Rattles Tinubu appeared first on Politics Digest .
The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Ilorin East/Ilorin South Federal Constituency, Engr. Abdulquawiy Olododo, has intensified grassroots consultations ahead of the 2027 general elections, holding a series of meetings with community leaders, youth groups, persons with disabilities, non-indigenous residents and community development associations across the constituency. The post…
The President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Comrade Alhassan Yahaya Abdullahi, has lauded the PRNigeria Young Communication Fellowship (PYCF) for nurturing the next generation of media and communication professionals, describing the initiative as a vital investment in the future of journalism in Nigeria. The post NUJ President Hails PRNigeria Fellowship as 10 Young Communicators…
2027: Former Zamfara Governor, Yari, to lead Tinubu/Shettima Campaign By Kabir Akintayo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima will lead the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 presidential election, with former Zamfara State Governor, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, appointed Director-General. The campaign council, whose membership was…
Ben Bruce Faults Atiku Over His Fuel Subsidy Reversal Vow By Ozumi Abdul Senator Ben Murray-Bruce has faulted former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s call for the return of fuel subsidy, saying Nigeria should not return to a system that failed to deliver lasting benefits to ordinary citizens. Bruce stated this in a post sighted by […] The post Ben Bruce Faults Atiku Over His Fuel Subsidy Reversal…
2027: Obi Challenges Atiku, Tinubu to Defend Records During Campaign Flag -off POLITICS DIGEST — Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has challenged politicians seeking the presidency in 2027 to come before Nigerians, defend their records and subject their plans for the country to public scrutiny. Obi made the call on […] The post 2027: Obi Challenges Atiku,…
Katsina State did something unusual on International Humanitarian Day. Instead of marking the occasion with speeches or symbolic activities, the state chose a different path — one rooted in practical relief, community participation and grassroots accountability. The post Radda Marks Humanitarian Day with 90,000‑Bag Food Intervention in Katsina appeared first on Politics Digest .
Atiku’s Fuel Subsidy Proposal Retrogressive, Unsustainable — Presidency By Kabir Akintayo The Presidency has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s proposal to restore petrol subsidy, describing it as a retrogressive policy that could undermine Nigeria’s ongoing economic and petroleum-sector reforms. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, made…
Kwara Politics: Senator Saliu Mustapha Resigns From APC By Kabir Akintayo Senator representing Kwara Central Senatorial District, Saliu Mustapha, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State. Mustapha, who announced his resignation in a statement on Thursday, said the decision followed weeks of consultations with stakeholders, supporters, constituents across…
Tackling Institutional Bullying" by Yushau A. Shuaib is a provocative professional memoir that takes readers deep into the author’s experience at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) The post When Authority Meets Reputation: A PR Review of NIPSS Memoir appeared first on Politics Digest .
Tinubu receives Adeleke in Aso Villa after Osun election victory POLITICS DIGEST — President Bola Tinubu on Thursday held a closed-door meeting with Ademola Adeleke, governor of Osun, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Adeleke, who was re-elected on Saturday, August 15, arrived at the State House at about 5:20 pm and proceeded straight to the […] The post Tinubu receives Adeleke in Aso Villa after…
The Chessboard Analogy and our Political Choices By Kabiru Danladi Lawanti Adam Smith’s famous “chessboard” analogy offers a useful way of understanding the behaviour of political elites, especially the Arewa political elites who attempt to organise society according to a grand political design. Smith’s analogy warned against the “man of system” who imagines that society […] The post The…
Members of the PRNigeria Young Communication Fellowship (PYCF) have commended the Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, for introducing far-reaching reforms that have transformed the Corps into a technology-driven, citizen-focused institution through policy innovation, digital transformation and improved personnel welfare. The post PRNigeria Fellows Hail FRSC…
The Director-General of the Voice of Nigeria (VON), Mallam Jibrin Baba Ndace, has urged young media and communication professionals to deploy the power of the media responsibly, warning that persistent negative narratives about Nigeria could undermine the country's image, investment prospects and economic interests. The post VON DG Urges PRNigeria Fellows to Promote Responsible Journalism,…
Going by the published timetable of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the January 16, 2027 presidential election and the subsequent National Assembly elections, the official campaign period has commenced and will run for a staggering 150 days. The post Campaigns in a Season of Political Acrimony appeared first on Politics Digest .
Years after Vowing to Remove Fuel Subsidy, Sell NNPC, Atiku Reverses Self POLITICS DIGEST – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has vowed to restore fuel subsidies if elected President in the 2027 general elections. Atiku stated this during a Hausa-speaking interview on the PAP show on Wednesday, saying anyone who had […] The post Years after Vowing to…
