By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- In a stunning development that has sent ripples through Nigeria’s political landscape, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has formally resigned from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), a party he helped found, citing irreconcilable differences with its current direction. NATIONAL ACCORD reports that the resignation, announced...
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On Wednesday, Vice President Kashim Shettima, joined by Governors Babagana Zulum of Borno and Dikko Radda of Katsina, led a distinguished group of mourners in Daura for the Fidau prayer in memory of former President Muhammadu Buhari. The event saw the presence of prominent figures such as former Vice...
A Federal High Court in Lagos has discharged and acquitted former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, of money laundering charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke ruled that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case against Fayose, warranting his...
Nigerians residing in Jos have expressed a spectrum of emotions following the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, on Tuesday, with sentiments ranging from sorrow to indifference, according to a News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) correspondent who surveyed the Jos Metropolis. Ene...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- The remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari were buried at his residence in Daura, surrounded by mourners, including President Bola Tinubu, Governors, Ministers, and thousands of others. The burial ceremony was attended by dignitaries such as Vice-President Kashim Shettima, former Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo, President of...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- Former President Muhammadu Buhari has been laid to rest at his residence in Daura, Katsina State, following funeral prayers and interment attended by numerous dignitaries led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Large crowds lined the streets of Daura and gathered at the former President’s residence to...
President Bola Tinubu, alongside President Umaro Sissoco Embaló of Guinea-Bissau and Niger Republic’s Prime Minister Ali Lamine Zeine, joined thousands in Daura, Katsina State, to pay their final respects at the funeral of former President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Vice-President Kashim...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that the Senator representing the FCT, Ireti Kingibe, is already blinded by the spirit of her impending electoral woe, and can never see the positive transformation...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- Former presidential spokesman Femi Adesina has revealed that Muhammadu Buhari’s life might have been cut short if he had relied on Nigerian hospitals for his medical treatment. Adesina made this statement during Channels Television’s special coverage of Buhari’s funeral. Familiarity with UK Doctors Adesina explained...
United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Ms. Amina Mohammed, has paid tribute to Nigeria’s late former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a man of unwavering discipline, deep conviction, and steadfast patriotism. Mohammed visited the Nigeria House in New York to sign the condolence register and pray for the peaceful repose...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- Vice-President Kashim Shettima has departed London with the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 82. Shettima’s spokesman, Mr. Stanley Nkwocha, confirmed this to newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja. He said: “I can only confirm that the...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu has established an Inter-Ministerial Committee to manage the state burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari, ensuring a dignified farewell. Tinubu has also instructed the Ministry of Interior to declare Tuesday a public holiday in honor of the late leader, according to Alhaji...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- Vice-President Kashim Shettima has paid a condolence visit to the family of late former President Muhammadu Buhari in London. The visit was made on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, who tasked Shettima with accompanying Buhari’s body to Nigeria for burial. Shettima’s visit was a gesture...
By OLa MODUPE, Abeokuta – The remains of Oba Sikiru Adetona, the revered Awujale of Ijebu, have been laid to rest at his private residence, Ogbagba Court, Igbeba, Ijebu-Ode. Oba Adetona passed away on Sunday at the age of 91, leaving behind a legacy of exceptional leadership and philanthropy....
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- King of Morocco, His Majesty, King Mohammed VI has sent a message of condolence and sympathy to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, following the passing of former president Muhammadu Buhari. In this message, HM the King expressed his deep sorrow...
Director-General of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko, has declared that Peter Obi will contest the 2027 presidential election, regardless of whether he emerges as the candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition or not. Tanko made this known at the second Annual Colloquium in honour of Associate Professor...
Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has cautioned Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo against probing his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki, urging him to focus on developing the state instead. During a visit to the state, Wike emphasized that investigating Obaseki would yield no meaningful results. Don’t Waste Time and Resources...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of an Inter-Ministerial Committee to oversee the state burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari. In a statement released on Monday in Abuja, the Director of Information and Public Relations at the Office of the Secretary to the...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- In furtherance to the seven days of National mourning declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, the Federal Government has declared Tuesday, 15 July, 2025, as a Public Holiday in honour of the late former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR....