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Politics Nigeria, also known as PoliticsNGR, is a newspaper focused on providing objective coverage of political events and current affairs in Nigeria. We pride ourselves on delivering timely, original, and impartial content. Politics Nigeria Newspaper Ltd (RC 1700684) is a registered company in Nigeria. Our dedicated team of reporters works hard to bring you news articles, features, editorials, and fact-checks. Our goal is to ensure that you receive reliable and high-quality news. Additionally, Politics Nigeria is also offered in print format.

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JUST IN: Video Emerges as JAMB Registrar Breaks Down in Tears Over Error in UTME Results

2 days ago | politicsnigeria.com | Daniel Daniel

The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Ishaq Oloyede, was captured in tears on Wednesday as he publicly admitted to errors that affected the performance of candidates in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja, Oloyede acknowledged that several technical issues and irregularities marred the conduct of the examination across various centres nationwide.
JUST IN: Tinubu’s Reforms Driving Investor Interest in Nigeria - UK Gov’t

2 days ago | politicsnigeria.com | Daniel Daniel

The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, has praised the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying they are making Nigeria more attractive to investors. He made the remarks during a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday. Montgomery described the reforms as “big and bold,” and said they are already changing how the world views Nigeria’s economy.
BREAKING: FG Counters US Agency Report, Reveals Cause of Wigwe’s Death

2 days ago | politicsnigeria.com | Daniel Daniel

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), has disagreed with the official report released by the United States National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) on the helicopter crash that killed former Access Holdings CEO, Herbert Wigwe, his wife, son, and three others. The NSIB, in a statement issued on Wednesday by its spokesperson Mrs. Bimbo Oladeji, rejected the idea that the pilot alone should be blamed for the crash.
I’ll Expose Them - Labour Party Chairman Abure Hits at Obi, Others

2 days ago | politicsnigeria.com | Daniel Daniel

National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, has fired back at critics within the party, including 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi and Governor Alex Otti of Abia State, over recent allegations of corruption and mismanagement. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja, Abure challenged his opponents to prove they gave him or the party any money during the 2023 elections.
PDP No Longer Part of Opposition Coalition - Babachir Shares Fresh Details

2 days ago | politicsnigeria.com | Daniel Daniel

Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, says the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is not part of the opposition coalition being formed ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Speaking in an interview, Babachir said discussions among opposition figures, including Atiku Abubakar and Nasir El-Rufai, have focused on forming a new political party or joining an existing one—not merging with the PDP.
BREAKING: EFCC Finally Arrests Fred Ajudua in Abuja

3 days ago | politicsnigeria.com | Daniel Daniel

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Fred Ajudua, a well-known Lagos businessman and former socialite, over a fraud case of $1.43 million. The arrest took place in Abuja on Tuesday, just days after the Supreme Court revoked Ajudua’s bail and ordered that he be taken into custody. The court gave the ruling on Friday, May 5, 2025. An EFCC official who spoke with Vanguard on Tuesday evening confirmed the news but asked not to be named.
JUST IN: Settle FG’s N45bn Debt to Abiola’s Family - Ex-Governor Lamido Tells Tinubu

3 days ago | politicsnigeria.com | Daniel Daniel

Former Jigawa State Governor Alhaji Sule Lamido has called on President Bola Tinubu to pay the ₦45 billion allegedly owed to the late Chief MKO Abiola by the Federal Government. Lamido made the appeal in Abuja on Tuesday during the public presentation of his autobiography, Being True to Myself. The event was attended by several dignitaries, including former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi and other notable figures.
BREAKING: Court Takes Action on Senator Natasha’s Suit Against Senate Suspension

3 days ago | politicsnigeria.com | Daniel Daniel

The Federal High Court in Abuja has reserved judgment until June 27, 2025, in the suit filed by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan challenging her suspension by the Senate. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan is contesting the Senate’s decision to suspend her for six months over allegations of misconduct and breach of Senate rules. She was suspended in February following accusations that she disrupted proceedings, based on findings by the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions.
JUST IN: Lawmakers Endorse Governor Adeleke for Second Term

3 days ago | politicsnigeria.com | Daniel Daniel

Lawmakers in the Osun State House of Assembly have endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke for a second term in office, ahead of the 2026 governorship election. The 26-member Assembly passed a vote of confidence in the governor’s leadership during Tuesday’s plenary session. The motion was moved by Hon. Adewumi Adeyemi, representing Obokun State Constituency, and seconded by Hon. Taofiq Olayiwola from Ede South Constituency.
Senator Natasha Storms Court for Akpabio's Contempt Charge [PHOTOS]

3 days ago | politicsnigeria.com | Daniel Daniel

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has arrived at the Federal High Court in Abuja for the hearing of a contempt charge filed against her by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The charge relates to an alleged violation of a court order through a social media post she made.