In a decisive move to curb escalating political unrest, President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all members of the State House of Assembly for an initial six months. Why the State of Emergency? The crisis in Rivers State has been […]
BREAKING: Ex-Kaduna Governor El-Rufai Dumps APC for SDP, Accuses Party of Betraying Ideals
Former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has officially resigned from Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and joined the Social Democratic Party (SDP), citing disillusionment with the party’s leadership and direction. His resignation letter has already been submitted to the APC leadership in his ward in Kaduna State. Reasons for Defection In a statement […]
Mudashiru Obasa Reinstated as Lagos Assembly Speaker Amid Political Turmoil
Mudashiru Obasa has been reinstated as the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly following the resignation of Mojisola Meranda. Meranda stepped down after holding the position for a brief period, allowing Obasa to return to leadership during Monday’s plenary session. Obasa was initially impeached in January due to allegations of poor leadership, high-handedness, […]
IBB’s Book Launch: Billionaire Donors and the Vision for a Presidential Library
The Nigerian elite gathered at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, on Thursday, February 20, 2025, for the grand launch of the autobiography of former Military President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB). The book, titled A Journey in Service, was unveiled in a high-profile event that also served as a fundraiser for the IBB Presidential Library Project. […]
Federal Government of Nigeria Assumes Full Ownership of Keystone Bank
In a significant development within Nigeria’s financial sector, Keystone Bank has officially confirmed that it is now fully owned by the Federal Government of Nigeria. This announcement was made through a statement posted on the bank’s official Instagram page following a ruling by the Lagos State High Court, Ikeja, on February 11, 2025. The court’s […]
“Perseverance Has Paid Off” – Ogara Describes Agballa’s Appointment
The Deputy Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State during the 2023 general elections, Barr. George Ogara, has lauded the appointment of Barr. Ugochukwu Agballa as a testament to perseverance and dedication. Speaking to TheSlides from London, where he is currently on annual leave, Ogara commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for […]
Nsukka People Advised To Always Be United, Prepared For Leadership.
ByChibueze ATTAMA. The people of Nsukka cultural zone have been advised to be united and prepared for leadership. The traditional ruler of Edem-Ani autonomous community in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State, His Royal Highness, Igwe Ikechukwu Asadu gave the advice when people of the zone working at Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu paid […]
SLIDE: The Remains of Late COAS Lagbaja Arrive Lagos
The remains of the late Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja has arrived at the Nigerian Air Force wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. The deceased body was received by soldiers of the Guards Brigade, who are set to pay their last respects to Late Lagbaja. It arrived at about 9:00 […]
House of Reps Proposes Establishment of Bola Tinubu University for Nigerian Languages
The House of Representatives has introduced a bill to establish the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Federal University of Nigerian Languages, aimed at promoting the learning and development of Nigeria’s indigenous languages. The bill, which has passed its first reading, was sponsored by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu and eight other lawmakers. The proposed university would focus on […]
Bayelsa APC Crisis Worsens as Lokpobiri and David Lyon Face Suspension
The crisis within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State has escalated, with two key party members, Minister of State for Petroleum Heineken Lokpobiri and former governorship aspirant David Lyon, being suspended by their local chapters. The Southern Ijaws and Ekeremor Local Government chapters of the APC announced the suspensions, citing anti-party activities by […]