Politics
APC DECLARES NOMINATION FORM FEES NON-REFUNDABLE AHEAD OF NATIONAL CONVENTION —MORKA
The All Progressives Congress has ruled out refunds for nomination and expression of interest forms ahead of its convention, urging aspirants to verify eligibility, noting that only rare cases may be reviewed.
GOV. ALIA VISITS INJURED APC SUPPORTERS AT BSUTH, ASSURES QUALITY MEDICAL CARE
Governor Hyacinth Alia visited APC supporters injured in a Makurdi–Lafia highway accident at BSUTH, assuring them of quality medical care and the state government’s full support as they recover.
TINUBU DECLARES GOVERNORS AS APC LEADERS IN THEIR STATES — SHETTIMA
Tinubu has affirmed governors as APC leaders in their states, with VP Shettima confirming Fintiri’s new status in Adamawa. The move ends internal disputes and signals a strategic push to strengthen the party ahead of future elections.
SGF AKUME INAUGURATES PENCOM BOARD, TASKS MEMBERS ON TRANSPARENCY
The SGF, George Akume, inaugurates the PenCom Board, urging transparency, accountability, and strict oversight while warning against operational interference, as the Federal Government moves to strengthen Nigeria’s pension system and protect retirees’ savings.
BENUE BUSINESS TYCOON, KAABA DUMPS PDP, REJOINS APC IN GBOKO, SAYS GOVERNOR ALIA'S ACHIEVEMENTS INSPIRED MY RETURN
Gboko businessman Sesugh Kaaba has defected from PDP to APC, citing Governor Alia’s achievements as his motivation. He pledged loyalty to the party and President Tinubu, promising to support development efforts and mobilise for the 2027 elections.
AONDOAKAA PRAISES AKUME’S LEADERSHIP, BACKS ZAM AT EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMME IN BENUE
Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Chief Michael Kaase Aondoakaa (SAN), has commended the leadership qualities of Senator George Akume and praised Senator Zam for his loyalty and commitment to the All Progressives Congress (APC).Aondoakaa, who is among the APC governo...
WINDSTORM DISRUPTS BENUE RALLY, ORGANISERS REGROUP AS 10,000-MAN MARCH CONTINUES
A windstorm briefly disrupted a 10,000-man rally in Oju, scattering canopies and causing panic. Organisers quickly regrouped, and the march in support of Tinubu and Alia continued after calm was restored.
JUBILATION AS SEN. ZAM ROLLS OUT VEHICLES, MOTORCYCLES, COMMISSIONS CLASSROOM BLOCK IN BENUE
Jubilation trailed Sen. Zam’s “Zam Cares” rollout in Benue as vehicles, motorcycles, and computers were distributed, alongside a classroom commissioning moves stakeholders say will boost livelihoods, education, and grassroots development.
RESIGN OR STEP ASIDE — GOV. ALIA WARNS AMBITIOUS APPOINTEES AHEAD OF 2027 POLLS
Benue Governor Hyacinth Alia has directed political appointees eyeing 2027 elections to resign by March 30, 2026, saying the move will ensure continuity in governance and sustain the state’s development agenda.
105-YEAR-OLD EX-LAWMAKER DAVID MTWEM ENDORSES PROF. SEBASTINE HON FOR BENUE GOVERNORSHIP
Centenarian ex-lawmaker David Mtwem backs Prof. Sebastine Hon for Benue governor, praising his leadership and advocacy for Tiv people, and urging voters to support a candidate committed to peace, development, and community service.