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“Akpabio Is Scumbag By Every Definition, Tinubu’s Lapdog” – Ex-Governor El-Rufai Blasts Senate President, Vows Showdown Over Electoral Bill
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has launched a blistering verbal attack on Senate President Godswill Akpabio, labeling him a “scumbag” and a “lapdog” for President Tinubu. Speaking on TrustTV this Wednesday, El-Rufai accused Akpabio of deliberately sabotaging efforts to institutionalize the electronic transmission of election results. El-Rufai argued that the Senate President is acting solely in the interest of the executive rather than the Nigerian people. During the interview, he remarked, “And Akpabio is nothing but a Asiwaju lapdog. That’s what’s going on.” He predicted that lawmakers would eventually revolt to protect the integrity of the electoral process. The…
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2027: Peter Obi won’t get my support, says Cubana Chief Priest
Celebrity socialite Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has publicly declared his intention to work against Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election. The nightlife mogul made his position clear during a candid Instagram exchange with followers on Tuesday. When asked directly if he was working against the former Anambra State Governor’s anticipated bid, the businessman did not hesitate to confirm his shift. He noted that his current stance should not be seen as an issue, given his previous political efforts. Explaining his past involvement, he wrote, “yes oh hope say no be crime cuz I worked for…
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E-transmission: APC afraid despite controlling 31 states – Dino Melaye
Former Kogi West Senator Dino Melaye has claimed that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is showing signs of deep unrest as the 2027 general elections draw closer. He argued that the party’s massive presence across Nigeria, including its control of 31 governorship seats, has not translated into genuine political confidence. Melaye pointed to a glaring irony in the ruling party’s current operations regarding technology and elections. He mocked the party for embracing digital tools for its internal membership registration while simultaneously resisting the mandatory electronic transmission of general election results. The former lawmaker suggested that this resistance is a clear…
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Electoral Amendment: Akpabio, NASS members succeeded with their evil plans – Adeyanju
Activist Deji Adeyanju has strongly criticized Senate President Godswill Akpabio and the National Assembly for allegedly pushing through a plan to allow the manual transmission of election results. He described the legislative move as an “evil plan” that threatens the integrity of the voting process. Adeyanju argued that reverting to manual transmission directly undermines the progress made through recent electoral reforms. He believes this shift could undo years of effort aimed at making Nigerian elections more credible and technologically advanced. Following the conclusion of the “Occupy National Assembly” protest, the activist expressed deep disappointment that the demonstration ended despite the…
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APC leaders hold meeting, push for Tinubu’s second term
Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) converged on the Shehu Musa Yar’adua Centre in Abuja this Wednesday for a high-level roundtable. The meeting served as a strategic platform to reinforce party internal unity and formalize the push for President Bola Tinubu’s second term. Ismael Ahmed, the Executive Chairman of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGi), organized the event. The gathering included federal ministers, heads of government agencies, and influential party stakeholders from across the nation. The discussions focused on three primary goals: strengthening the party’s cohesion, reviewing current administrative successes, and building a framework for the upcoming election…
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Rotimi Amaechi Joins “Occupy NASS” Protest, Says Nigerians Better Off Under Buhari
Former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi made a surprise appearance at the National Assembly in Abuja on Tuesday, joining hundreds of youths in the “Occupy NASS” protest. Addressing the crowd, Amaechi argued that the quality of life for the average Nigerian has plummeted under the current administration compared to the tenure of former President Muhammadu Buhari. The protest, which has entered its second day, was sparked by the Senate’s recent amendment to the Electoral Act, specifically the removal of a mandate for real-time electronic transmission of election results. Amaechi, a founding member of the APC, did not hold back in…
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Senate Amends Section 60 of Electoral Act, Creating Manual “Loophole”
The Nigerian Senate, presided over by Godswill Akpabio, on Tuesday amended Section 60 of the Electoral Act 2026. While the new law mandates the electronic transmission of results to the INEC Result Viewing Portal (IREV), it includes a controversial provision that allows manual result sheets to take precedence in the event of technical failures. Under the revised clause, presiding officers are legally required to upload results from polling units after voting. However, the amendment clarifies that if “communication or network failure” prevents this, the manual result sheet (Form EC8A) will serve as the primary source for the final collation and…
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Wike Hails Tinubu’s “Fatherly” Intervention as Path to Final Peace in Rivers
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed strong optimism that the long-standing political crisis in Rivers State is nearing a permanent end following a fresh intervention by President Bola Tinubu. Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, after inspecting several infrastructure projects in Abuja, Wike described the President as a unifying figure whose mediation was necessary to resolve the friction between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the State House of Assembly. “I believe that by the grace of God, this will be the last time the president will be bothered with this issue and that…
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Bolaji Ogunmola Blasts Critics Over Daniel Etim-Effiong Romance Rumours
Nollywood actress and producer Bolaji Ogunmola has firmly dismissed online speculation regarding a romantic relationship with her co-star, Daniel Etim-Effiong. The rumours ignited following the February 6 release of her YouTube film, The Bloom After, which features several intimate scenes between the pair. In the movie, Ogunmola plays Inara, a woman rediscovering herself after a divorce, while Etim-Effiong portrays Nachi, a love interest. After a viewer on X suggested their on-screen chemistry was “too much” and mirrored the start of other controversial celebrity relationships, Ogunmola responded with visible frustration. “You are an absolute retard!! You watched to tweet stupidity and…
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Tems makes history as first African female artist with 7 entries on Billboard Hot 100
Grammy-winning Nigerian star Temilade Openiyi, famously known as Tems, has set a new record as the first African female artist to secure seven entries on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. The historic milestone was reached this week, February 10, 2026, after her track “What You Need” debuted at number 93 on the prestigious chart, bringing her career total to seven appearances. With this feat, Tems has officially caught up with Burna Boy and the South African rock band Seether, tying them for the most Billboard Hot 100 entries by any African artist. This is not her first time rewriting the…
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Nigeria not technologically ready for real-time election results — NICO chief, Abiodun Ajiboye
Executive Secretary of the National Institute of Cultural Orientation, Abiodun Ajiboye, has said Nigeria cannot implement electronic voting or real-time transmission of election results due to inadequate infrastructure. Speaking on ARISE NEWS, Ajiboye argued that the country lacks the telecom capacity, stable electricity and cybersecurity strength required for such a system. He cited repeated cyberattacks on INEC servers during the last election and warned that moving fully digital could expose the process to greater vulnerability. “We have no capability to do electronic voting or real-time transmission at this time,” he said, adding that even advanced democracies like the United States…
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Appeal Court Upholds Natasha Akpoti’s Suspension, Voids Contempt Fine
The Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal has affirmed the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, ruling that the Senate acted within its constitutional powers. In a unanimous judgment in the appeal marked CA/ABJ/CV/1107/2025, the court held that the suspension did not violate her parliamentary privileges or constitutional rights. However, the appellate court set aside the contempt proceedings and the N5 million fine imposed on the senator over a satirical apology directed at Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Delivering the lead judgment, Justice A. B. Muhammed stated that the Senate President was within his rights to deny Akpoti-Uduaghan the opportunity to…
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