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2027: Jonathan has magic wand to revive Nigeria’s economy, can only do one term – PDP chieftain Sani
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Umar Sani, has expressed confidence that former President Goodluck Jonathan holds the key to reviving Nigeria’s economy. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Tuesday, Sani said that ahead of the 2027 general elections, Jonathan remains the PDP’s best choice, describing him as the most suitable candidate, particularly in the interest of the Northern region. So we are not looking at Jonathan from the promised angle. That has been…
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Police finally returned my stolen AI Ray-Ban sunglasses – Sowore
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has returned the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ray-Ban sunglasses to activist politician Omoyele Sowore. Sowore had alleged that the sunglasses were stolen during a July 21, 2025 protest by retired police officers at the Force Headquarters. The demonstration was held to demand better welfare and retirement benefits for Nigerian police personnel. He had accused one Aku Victor Chiemerie of taking the glasses. In a post on X, Sowore confirmed that the…
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President Tinubu receives Anambra state gov, Charles Soludo, in Abuja
President Bola Tinubu today met with Anambra State Governor, Professor Charles Soludo, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. While the agenda of their discussion has not been disclosed, there is speculation that it may be linked to the upcoming Anambra governorship election, in which Soludo is seeking re-election. The Independent National Electoral Commission has scheduled the poll for November 8, 2025.
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“Treatment of Ms Emmanson by Ibom Air violated her right to dignity of human person” – Nigerian Bar Association
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has condemned Ibom Air and the Airline Operators of Nigeria for their handling of Ms. Comfort Emmanson’s case, calling the lifetime flight ban imposed on her unlawful, heavy-handed, and a violation of her rights. In a statement signed by NBA President Mazi Afam Osigwe and General Secretary Dr. Mobolaji Ojibara, the association described her forcible removal, public stripping, and the filming and circulation of the incident as degrading, unprofessional, and…
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Ibom Air incident: “Wear bra and pant, you never know” – Filmmaker Biodun Stephen warns women
Nollywood filmmaker Biodun Stephen has urged women to always wear bras and underwear, citing the recent Ibom Air incident where a woman’s clothes were torn during a fight, leaving her exposed. In a humorous video, she warned that being “fully armed” with bra and pant can prevent such embarrassing moments. “I said it years ago stop going pantless, she began. Then later I said stop going braless. Many of you said its your body, bra…
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I still enjoy a robust relationship with my political father – Gov Eno denies rift with Udom Emmanuel
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State on Tuesday dismissed claims of a rift with his political mentor, former governor Udom Emmanuel. Eno acknowledged Udom’s role in his emergence as governor, saying God used him to make it possible, and expressed lasting gratitude. He pledged to maintain respect for the state’s past leaders. In an interview with Channels Television, the governor said: “I consulted with him and told him why I was leaving the party.…
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Tinubu’s achievements in 2 years surpasses that of PDP in 8 years’ – Spokesman, Daniel Bwala
President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has claimed that Tinubu’s two-year achievements surpass those of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from 1999. In a post on X, Bwala credited Tinubu with reducing insecurity, stabilizing a previously mismanaged economy, and boosting oil output to what he described as “miraculous” levels. He added that the President is unafraid to make bold decisions. He wrote: “What President Bola Tinubu @officialABAT has achieved with our…
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Anybody can defeat Tinubu in free, fair election – Activist, Maxwell Opara
Lawyer and activist Dr. Maxwell Opara has dismissed former Transportation Minister Chibuike Amaechi’s claim that he could easily defeat President Bola Tinubu in 2027, saying any serious politician could unseat Tinubu in a free and fair election due to widespread public dissatisfaction with the current administration. Speaking on Arise TV, Opara argued that Nigerians are angry with the government and advised Amaechi to abandon hopes of securing the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ticket, which he…
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Ibom Air: AON bans Comfort Emmanson indefinitely from local, international flights
The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has indefinitely banned Comfort Emmanson from flying on any of its member airlines, both within and outside the country. The decision follows an incident involving Emmanson and Ibom Air crew members. While a viral video appeared to show her being assaulted by the crew, AON’s spokesperson, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, maintained that Emmanson was the aggressor. Okonkwo announced the ban in a statement on Monday. AON said: “We condemn the…
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Ibom Air passenger charged to court over ‘unruly’ act, remanded in prison
Comfort Emmanson, a passenger who assaulted airline staff on an Ibom Air flight from Uyo to Lagos, has been charged to court and remanded in Kirikiri Correctional Facility. The Special Adviser on Media and Communications to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Tunde Moshood, disclosed this in a post on X on Monday. He made the announcement shortly after the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) warned that enforcement actions would become more frequent as…
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Abuja Airport drama: KWAM 1 would be detained if Nigeria were an advanced country – Verydarkman
Social media activist Vincent Otse Martins, popularly known as Verydarkman, has condemned fuji legend Wasiu Omogbolahan Adewale, aka Kwam 1, over his recent conduct at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. Reacting to the incident in a video shared on Instagram Friday, Verydarkman criticised Kwam 1 for standing in front of an aircraft, saying the act endangered both his life and the lives of passengers on board. He warned that in a more regulated country, the…
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2027: Please come back to PDP – Bauchi gov Bala Mohammed begs Peter Obi
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has publicly invited 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Mohammed, who also chairs the PDP Governors Forum, said the opposition must unite to save Nigeria from the shortcomings of the current administration. Speaking during Obi’s visit to the Bauchi Government House on Friday, the governor praised the former Anambra State leader for promoting a “new brand of politics” built on constructive…
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