Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has congratulated former military president, Ibrahim Babangida at 84, describing him as a visionary leader. Atiku, in a goodwill message on Sunday, stated that IBB has distinguished himself remarkably. He said, “As General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, former military President of Nigeria celebrates his 84th birthday anniversary, it’s my honour and privilege to join millions of Nigerians to felicitate with him and his family on this special occasion. IBB’s life is...

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated former military President Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd) on the occasion of his 84th birthday. Jonathan also hailed his contributions to Nigeria’s unity and national development. In a goodwill message released yesterday, Jonathan described Babangida as a “remarkable leader” whose impact on Nigeria’s political and economic landscape remains significant. “On this special occasion of your 84th birthday, I celebrate your remarkable life, leadership, and dedication to our nation’s growth...

Voice of Reason (VOR), a Non-governmental Organisation (NGO) has asked governments and other stakeholders in Nigeria to expedite action that will lead to the restructuring of the country on a regional basis. The group also sought the return of the country to the parliamentary system of government, just as it gave kudos to The Patriots and The Rebirth Group (TRG). VOR’s position is contained in a release by its general secretary, Mr. Kamar Raji, on...

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has refuted the claim of a terrorist tag by a Canadian court. The ruling party, in a press statement on Friday by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, stated that there were erroneous media reports in circulation. The statement reads, “The attention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been drawn to media reports about a decision of a Canadian Court allegedly declaring APC as a terrorist organisation. “We wish...

Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, a presidential hopeful and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared that nobody or group can pocket the main opposition party ahead of the 2027 presidential election. According to him, the party remains the only truly democratic political party in Nigeria, which can’t be controlled by any individual or group. While speaking in an interview on the AIT programme on Tuesday, Olawepo-Hashim said the PDP’s long-standing tradition of competitive primaries...