Politics
Makinde Says Speaking Truth to Power Has Become Difficult Under Tinubu
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has criticised the administration of President Bola Tinubu, saying governance under the current dispensation has made it increasingly difficult for leaders to openly challenge policies and decisions.
Makinde made the remarks at a public event, where he contrasted the present situation with what he described as a more consultative governance style under the late former President Muhammadu Buhari.
He expressed concern over the handling of recent tax reform legislation, arguing that governors and other stakeholders were not adequately consulted before the bills were transmitted to the National Assembly.
According to the governor, uncertainty still surrounds the final content of the tax laws, including what was passed by lawmakers and what eventually received presidential assent.
Makinde also praised the leadership style of former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, noting that his role at the National Economic Council influenced key decisions taken by state governors during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Transparency Concerns Raised Over Tinubu’s Foreign Engagements
Paul Ibe, media aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the Presidency over what he described as a recurring failure to disclose the return dates of President Bola Tinubu’s foreign trips. Ibe’s comments followed the announcement that Tinubu would depart Abuja for a state visit to Turkey on Monday, January 26, 2026, without…
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Pro-Democracy Group Appeals for Release of Detained Soldiers Over Alleged Coup Plot
The Concerned Pro-Democratic Activists of Nigeria has called on President Bola Tinubu and the federal government to address the deteriorating health and prolonged detention of military officers arrested over an alleged coup plot in October 2025. The officers, including 16 individuals reported by the military to have breached service regulations, were taken into custody following…
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NNPC Confirms Major Oil Find at Awodi-07
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has confirmed the successful completion of the Awodi-07 appraisal and exploration well in the shallow offshore western Niger Delta, operated by Chevron Nigeria Limited under a joint venture with NNPC Ltd. Drilled between late November and mid-December 2025, the well confirmed significant hydrocarbon presence across multiple reservoir…