History of Plateau State Plateau State, with over forty ethnolinguistic groups, is the 12th largest state in Nigeria. Out of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, Plateau State lies in the North Central Zone. The state has an estimated three million residents and covers an area of 26,899 square kilometres. Plateau state was established in 1976 in the northern part of the former Benue-Plateau …

Bello further accused many of his allies of betraying him because of his choice of Usman Ododo as his successor. Yahaya Bello, the Governor of Kogi State has made a new vow following the election held in the state. The Governor vowed that members of his cabinet who allegedly betrayed him during …

President Bola Ahmed has called on Nigerians to join him in efforts to remake Nigeria into a better place for all the citizens. In his nationwide address to mark Nigeria’s 63rd Independence Anniversary yesterday morning, he invited all Nigerians to join in this collective endeavour which, he said, can be …

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has explained the circumstances that led its candidate and president-elect, Bola Tinubu, to forfeit the sum of $460,000 to the government of the United States of America in 1993, following a drug trafficking allegation. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wBtlsblog_13609357 The Presidential Candidate of …

Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman Prof Mahmood Yakubu yesterday said allegations that he compromised the electoral process were unfounded. He said calls for his resignation were misplaced. Mahmood urged those dissatisfied with the electoral process to challenge the outcome in court. He warned against making inciting comments, saying they …

Recall that PDP and the LP held a joint press conference earlier today where they condemned the conduct of the Presidential and National Assembly elections. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wBtlsblog_13609357  The All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) has lashed out at the People Democratic Party PDP …

“Dummy” – Davido impacts APC part who ridiculed him after council conceded Oyetola’s solicitation to challenge his uncle, Ademola Adeleke’s triumph.

APC to challenge Adeleke’s victory in Osun governorship election

“Seven years later. same old strategy” – Bauchi Governor’s son slams APC for exonerating Buhari and blaming Jonathan for Nigeria’s security challenges

APC Senator backs call to impeach President Buhari over insecurity

Nigerians engage in Bishop Challenge to mock the APC over alleged hiring of fake clerics

Give me 5 years and I’ll be bigger than all my colleagues, they all live fake lives” – Singer Portable declares (Video)

They will labor till they die’- Tinubu hits PDP, LP at APC mega rally in Osun

This is wickedness, Tinubu knows he’s not medically and physically fit but feels entitled to the presidency” – Activist Aisha Yesufu (video)

MC Oluomo, others dance ecstatically as Tinubu wins APC Presidential primary (Video)

2023: APC Govs Begin Rallying around Osinbajo

APC screening panel asked to disqualify Tinubu over alleged age falsification, Chicago University certificate scandal

EFCC Arrests Ex-NDDC MD Nsima Ekere Over Alleged N47bn Fraud

2023: It’s time to allow youths like us rule Nigeria – Yahaya Bello tells Tinubu

Days after defecting to APC, throwback video of Matawalle saying ”May Allah punish me if I dump PDP” surfaces (Video)

Zamfara lawmaker shot dead after welcoming Governor Matawalle to APC

Tinubu takes N9billion monthly from Lagos Internally Generated Revenue Account – Bode George

While my PDP counterparts tackled me over Zamfara gold, APC defended me – Governor Matawalle

President Buhari has commended the defection of Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing it “as a bold move driven purely by principle rather than opportunistic motives.”   Reacting to the defection, President Buhari said: “I am proud of Governor David Umahi for taking this …

A politician identified as Christopher Ogah has been arrested after he was allegedly caught defiling two girls in his house in Obi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.   The suspects said to be the chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Obi Ward, was allegedly caught defiling two girls aged 12 …

Adams Oshiomhole’s appeal which challenged his suspension as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has been dismissed by a Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja. Justice Uchechukwu Onyemenam who led the 3-man panel which presided over the case, unanimously dismissed the appeal at the request of the former APC national …

Ondo Lawmakers react to Deputy Governor, Agboola Ajayi’s allegation of being bribed with N10m to impeach him

FG to submit list of food vendors to EFCC as PDP alleges N13.5b scam in school feeding scheme

See video of Niger State APC chairman, Mallam Sheriff Othman Bin Adam, exchanging playful banters with his wife shortly before he died

COVID-19 Palliatives: Senator Ndume accuses federal aid committee of fraud, calls for disbandment

Okowa’s felicitation was conveyed in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, on Saturday in Asaba. He eulogised el-Rufai for his tremendous contributions and sterling accomplishments in the service of his state and country. According to Okowa,, the city of Abuja and the Federal Capital Territory are …

The secretariat of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa State, has been reportedly vandalized and set on fire by thugs protesting against the sack of All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate David Lyon as winner of the governorship election in the state by the Supreme Court. The protest which reportedly …

The Vice-President, Sen. Kashim Shettima, has appealed to Benue politicians to shelve their political differences and embrace peace for more development of the state under President Tinubu’s administration. Shettima made the appeal on Tuesday in Makurdi, while addressing participants at the First National Expanded Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) …

The All Progressive Congress (APC) is asking the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal to dismiss the petition filed by the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) Peter Obi. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wBtlsblog_13609357 The APC challenged the court’s jurisdiction to hear the petition on the grounds that it …

A member of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, Festus Keyamo, has explained why he was not among the legal practitioners appointed by the party to defend the President-elect, Bola Tinubu in court. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wBtlsblog_13609357 No fewer than 13 experienced legal practitioners have been …

The presidential candidate for the Labour Party Peter Obi has sued the Independence National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Bola Tinubu. The country has been chaotic after INEC declared the results in favor of the presidential candidate for All Progressive Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu. Many Nigerans have taken to social media …

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi has called for calmness amongst the youth over the election results. A lot of Nigerians have called out the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the alleged rigging of election results in favour of the All Progressive Congress (APC). Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore …

She, however, noted that her worries left when she realised he was pursuing a higher purpose. Adesua Etomi-Wellington, actress and wife of Nigerian singer turned politician, Banky W, has shared how she reacted when her husband told her about his decision to join politics. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wBtlsblog_13609357 …

Bola Tinubu made this statement during the speech at the All Progressive Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally in Benin, Edo State. According to Bola Tinubu, citizens deserve the best; “the children of boli and groundnut sellers should become doctors, engineers, nurses, etc.” Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wBtlsblog_13609357 Tinubu also mentioned during …

It has been tough. I am eager to go” – President Buhari

“I was blind, but now I can see” – Comedian, Mr Jollof tells those criticizing him for supporting Tinubu after bashing him 2 years ago (video)

“I’m proud of you” Dolapo Osinbajo hails her husband Yemi Osinbajo after he congratulated Tinubu on becoming the APC flagbearer

Former Minister of Women Affairs, Aisha Al-Hassan ‘Mama Taraba’ is dead

The idea that Governor Yahaya Bello should not run for the Presidency is absurd – FFK says

The idea that Governor Yahaya Bello should not run for the Presidency is absurd – FFK says

“It’s time to do this politics with these old men” – Cubana Chief Priest says as he joins APC (Video)

It may be difficult for APC to produce a candidate like Buhari in 2023 – Ken Nnamani

Former senate president and chieftain of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Ken Nnamani, has said the party may find it difficult to produce a good candidate like President Buhari to carry on with its legacy in 2023.   Nnamani shared this thought during an interview with Channels TV.   “Mr. president believes in …

Two Ebonyi local government development centre coordinators have been sacked by Governor David Umahi after refusing to endorse the communique they considered defamatory against former Senate President, Pius Anyim.   Okorie Daniel of Ivo DC and Fabian Ivoke of Echiele DC got the boot just after leaders of Ivo council gathered …

Governor Bala Mohammed has ruled out plan of dumping the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressive Congress (APC).   A statement released by the governor’s media aide Mukhtar Gidado, debunked report of the Bala being among the three opposition governors negotiating to join the ruling party.   The statement read;   “We …

Justice Taiwo Taiwo, the federal high court judge presiding over the lawsuit seeking the disqualification of the All Progressive Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu from the forthcoming election in Edo State has withdrawn from the case.   The federal high court judge announced his decision to return the case file …

A Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Jabi on Wednesday ordered the suspension of the National Chairman of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole, pending the determination of a substantive suit. The judge, Danlami Senchi, gave the order following an application of interlocutory injunction asking the court to …

Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma has been  sworn in for a second term. He took the oath of office at around 3:24 pm at the Dan Ayiam Stadium in Owerri, the Imo State capital. His inauguration came just minutes after Lady Chinyere Ekomaru took her oath of office as the …

The lawmaker did not give any reason for his resignation. His notice of resignation was contained in a letter dated 29th December 2023 and addressed to the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Professor Mahmood Yakubu. Just weeks ago, 27 lawmakers loyal to former governor Nyesom Wike defected …

In a recent interview with Arise News, Dele Momodu, a distinguished member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), articulated his concerns regarding the internal dynamics and discord within the party. While acknowledging that he does not officially represent the party in the capacity of the national publicity secretary, Momodu spoke …

One of the lawmakers who dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Enemi Alabo George, has said they all have no plan to return to the PDP. According to George, the State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, signed the eight-point resolution at the Presidential …

The Appeal Court sitting in Lagos State has affirmed Governor Siminalayi Fubara of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the duly elected governor of Rivers State. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads The court dismissed the petition filed by the governorship candidate of the All Progressives …

Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented a Certificate of Return to Imo Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, after declaring him the winner of the Imo governorship election on November 11, 2023. The event holding at Rockview Hotel Owerri on …

An Appeal Court sitting in Lagos has annulled the election of Labour Party’s Emeka Nnamani as the member representing Aba North and South Federal Constituency over certificate forgery committed in 2015. The All Grand Progressives Alliance, APGA candidate, Alex Ikwecheghi was therefore declared winner of the February 25 general election …

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State of denying its gubernatorial candidate, Dino Melaye, of holding the grand finale of his campaign at the Lokoja Stadium. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads PDP’s spokesperson, Debo Ologunagba, in a chat with …

The Confederation of All Progressives Congress (APC) Support Groups has appealed to the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) to shelve its planned nationwide strike. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Director-General of the group, Kailani Muhammed made the appeal in a statement in Abuja on Monday, November …

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially removed the Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Timipre Sylva, and his deputy, Joshua Maciver, from the list of qualified candidates for the upcoming Governorship election in Bayelsa State. This decision was made following a recent court order instructing …

Kidnapping in the country has been on the rise in the last five months compared to what was recorded between January-May this year, findings by Daily Trust Saturday have shown. The recent spate of kidnapping across states confirms that the security architecture of the country is still far from formidable …

Here, we uncover the stories of politicians whose careers now have the shadow of forged certificates scandals. Scandals and controversies often take center stage of Nigerian politics, revealing the challenges faced by the nation’s democracy. One such alarming trend that has surfaced over the years involves politicians presenting forged versions …

The Federal High Court, Abuja, has disqualified the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Chief Timipre Sylva, from contesting the November 11 guber election in Bayelsa state. The suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/821/2023 was filed on June 13, 2023, by Deme Kolomo, a member of the APC. Justice Donatus Okorowo ruled that …

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have barred journalists from covering the judgment of the Sokoto Governorship Election Petition Tribunal. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads The operatives who said they were working on directives from above only allowed journalists from NTA, NAN and …

The Labour Party (LP) has rejected the judgement of the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) that dismissed its petition challenging the victory of President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 presidential election. The party and its candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, had alleged that the election was marred by irregularities, malpractices and …

A former Kaduna Central lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has said only God will save President Bola Tinubu from the mouth of the former Kaduna leader if he is sacked by the Presidential Election Petitions Court. Recall that the Court of Appeal, in a statement on Monday, had said it would on Wednesday …

As the five Justices that heard the election petitions filed by the candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, and the Labour Party (LP), Mr. Peter Obi, at the presidential election petition tribunal, challenging the victory of President Bola Tinubu in the February 25 presidential election, prepare …

Nigerians have expressed their growing frustration with the rising cost of living and have compared the past administration of President Buhari to the new administration of President Bola Tinubu. The video captures citizens crying out for succor amidst the economic hardships they are facing under the present government. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on …

Minister-designate, Nyesom Wike has assured President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of his loyalty, saying he won’t regret nominating him to serve as a minister in his cabinet. Wike stated this on Monday afternoon during his ministerial screening on the floor of the red chamber, where he also boasted of infrastructural development …

Freedom Okpetoritse Atsepoyi, popularly known as Mr Jollof, a Nigerian comedian, has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of “using and dumping” him. This was stated by the Instagram influencer in a video that circulated online as he discussed retracing his steps. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow …

He was commenting on a viral video allegedly showing President Bola Tinubu with about 120-car convoy in Lagos on his return from London on Tuesday. Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election has condemned President Bola Tinubu over his controversial 120-car convoy in Lagos. …

Muhammadu Buhari, the immediate past president of Nigeria Monday revealed why he left his successor, Bola Tinubu to remove fuel subsidy, saying that had the policy been implemented, the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Tinubu would have lost the last general polls. Buhari’s former aide, Garba Shehu, via a statement, said the ex-president commended the steps …

In a tumultuous session at the red chamber, Senator Godswill Akpabio has been elected as the President of the 10th Senate. Akpabio, a former governor of Akwa Ibom State and a lawmaker representing Akwa Ibom North West, emerged victorious after securing 63 votes, surpassing his opponent Abdulaziz Yari, the former …

Ahead of the forthcoming governorship election in Imo state, Governor Hope Uzodinma has replaced his Deputy, Prof. Placid Njoku with a female deputy governorship candidate, Mrs. Ekemaru Chinyere Ihuoma. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore This was revealed in the final list of candidates released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) …

The immediate past governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has refuted the speculations that he has been offered a ministerial appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Wike in a media chat on Tuesday in Port Harcourt said that the president has not called him or discussed …

According to a statement issued by the Director of Information in the State House, Mr Abiodun Oladunjoye, President Tinubu also said his administration would be working with more people-focused economic policies. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, has talked about the minimum wage. The President, yesterday, …

Controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola aka Portable, has revealed that he declined an invitation to perform at President-elect, Bola Tinubu’s pre-inauguration concert. No fewer than 46 musicians were booked for the concert which held on Thursday, May 25, 2023. Portable said he was among those invited but he turned it …

The proceedings of the presidential election petition tribunal begin in Abuja on Monday to address petitions against Bola Tinubu’s victory in the 2023 presidential election. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, who represent the candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP), …

Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, has reconciled with Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, following criticism from Obi’s supporters over Soyinka’s recent remarks about the vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Datti Baba-Ahmed. Obi paid a visit to Soyinka and described the meeting as “enriching”. In a statement on Twitter, Obi expressed …

The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has revealed the vision that God showed him about the 2023 general elections and key political actors. He said that the Governor of Rivers state, Nyesom Wike’s relationship with the ruling All Progressives Congress, (APC) would not last Downloads btlsblog …

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Usman Alkali Baba has ordered the Commissioner of Police in Adamawa State, Mohammed Barde, who supervised the governorship poll, to withdraw from the state with immediate effect. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wBtlsblog_13609357 The IGP also named the Commissioner of Police in charge …

The Majority Leader of the House of Representatives, Alhassan Ado Doguwa wins the Tudun Wada/Doguwa Constituency seat of Kano State. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wBtlsblog_13609357 Doguwa bagged the federal seat following a supplementary election held on Saturday in the area. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)’s returning officer Professor Sani Ibrahim announced the results, …

Former Federal Commissioner for Information and South-South Leader, Chief Edwin Clark has called on the Minister of Justice and the Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN to as a matter of urgency, ”prosecute” the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed for  ”spreading fake news against the Presidential …

They said unlike the last elections, people voted for other parties, they warned that they should not bother doing so this time or face the consequences. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wBtlsblog_13609357 A video has captured the moment some political thugs threatened Lagos residents to stay indoors if they …

A video making rounds on social media captured the moment supporters voiced out their pain about pending payments for canvassing for votes during the February 25th election which APC lost to LP in the state. Ahead of the March 18 gubernatorial election, some residents of Lagos State have raised alarm …

The governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, triggers reactions after being spotted at a Church exchanging pleasantries with members. This comes ahead of the March 18 election where Babajide Sanwo-Olu, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), will compete for the governorship of Lagos against Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour of the Labour Party, Funso Doherty …

A Nigerian entrepreneur identified as Anthony Kupe has stated why he believes Governor of Lagos state, Babajide Sanwo-Olu deserves to be re-elected. The Governorship and State Assembly elections in Nigeria come up on March 11, 2023, exactly two weeks after the presidential and national assembly elections. Ahead of the polls, …

Nigeria’s president-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said he is ready to work with world leaders who have “extended the arm of friendship” following his victory at the presidential poll. Tinubu, candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), won 8,794,726 votes to defeat Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party …

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar has lambasted the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, describing his promise to deliver credible governorship elections next Saturday as “medicine after death”. Atiku also called Yakubu’s assurances worthless and unconvincing, adding that they are a …

A Nigerian woman posted a video of her interaction with a fuel station attendant in order to demonstrate that no one receives special treatment because they belong to a particular tribe or voted for a particular political party. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wBtlsblog_13609357 She went to the gas station …

Popular prophet Adelana Adekunle Solomon aka known as Oba Solomon, presidential contender considering suing the All Progressives Congress (APC) is wasting their time. After Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the APC candidate, was named president-elect, he took to social media to make his remark. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wBtlsblog_13609357 At the National …

The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been declared president-elect. Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, announced Tinubu as winner of the presidential elections around 4a.m on Wednesday at the National Collation Centre in Abuja. “That Tinubu Bola Ahmed of the APC, having satisfied …

A Nigerian man has taken to social media to share a video of a reflection of religious liberalism and tolerance in his neighbourhood. He found it interesting that a Mosque, Church and traditional worship centre were all sited close to each other. The man gave a recommendation of how people …

A video which has sparked outrage on social media captures a man using a cane on his younger sister over her political choice in Nigeria’s presidential election. The girl reportedly voted for the All Progressives Congress (APC) Candidate, Bola Tinubu and it angered her brother who is a supporter of …

Labour party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has won last Saturday, February 25, presidential election in the state. According to results announced by INEC Coallation Officer in the state, Prof. Nyaudoh Ndaeyo, Obi secured a total of 331,163 votes to defeat the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Bola Ahmed Tinubu and …

Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the Progressives Congress (APC) has spoken on maintaining calm after the his defeat in Lagos State by Peter Obi. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wBtlsblog_13609357 This comes after Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s (LP) candidate, was named the victor of the presidential race …

A woman who visited her polling unit to vote on Saturday, February 25 ended up crying because she claimed to have made a mistake. The Punch reports that she wept bitterly after mistakenly voting for the ruling All Progressives Congress, (APC). Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wBtlsblog_13609357 In a …