Politics

UPDATE: Ex-Bayelsa governor Diepreye Alamieyeseigha dies of “hypertension”

The circumstances surrounding his reported death remain uncertain at this point in time.

10 Big Ideas: An ambitious agenda for Nigeria’s new leaders, By Dele Olojede

“We can do this. Or else we can tell the same old stories of impotence to our grandchildren in 10 years time.”

How cabinet stopped Obasanjo from demolishing Aso Rock villa

Obasanjo allegedly wanted the villa demolished because it didn’t fit into Abuja’s master plan.

Election tribunal sacks Kashamu, six others

Suspected drug baron and Nigerian senator Buruji Kasahamu has been stripped of his legislative mandate.

SHOCKING VIDEO: Lawmaker throws grenade inside legislative chamber

We thought throwing chairs was bad enough. These guys took it a grenade further.

Nigerians back retiring “legend” Enyeama, blast “stubborn” Oliseh

“Oliseh would soon realise his mistake and be fired,” one of the commenters said.

Before and After: The sour, and really sweet, things Edwin Clarke said about Buhari, Jonathan

Mr. Clarke used to attack Buhari. Things seem to have changed. But why?

Ministerial list: Please don’t ask Buhari these 5 questions

Nigerians should get their reply after four years. No matter how slow Buhari moves, we’ll get to 2019…steadily.

Ministerial nominees: Names of those who made Buhari’s partial list

The Senate will screen the nominees on Tuesday.

Corruption: Ex-petroleum minister Deizani Alison-Madueke, others arrested in London

Nigeria’s immediate past Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has been arrested over corruption charges, reports say.

#NigeriaAt55: Thank God it didn’t happen! By Tomiwa Olajide

“This place has become a heap of rubble, a graveyard for millions of young and old. Men and women cut down in their prime.”

POLL: 1914 or 1960? Which should Nigeria celebrate as her birth year?

Nigeria was amalgamated (or brought together) in 1914 by British colonial lords. Nigeria attained independence on October 1, 1960.

Tale Of Two Octobers In Buhari’s Speech, By Azu Ishiekwene

“As we deal with echoes of the ghosts of 1984, we must still find it in our hearts to be thankful for the beginnings of change.”

Nigeria at 55: Full text of President Buhari’s speech

“Impatience is not a virtue. Order is more vital than speed. “

Saraki was stoned on Sallah Day, Nigeria Police confirms

Police is prosecuting eight persons for their involvement in pelting “very important personalities” at Ilorin eid ground on September 24.

Photos: Buhari returns to Nigeria, submits cabinet list to Senate

Buhari returned to Abuja on Wednesday.

Senate confirms receipt of Buhari cabinet list

Unveiling the list would mean Buhari has fulfilled his promise to name his cabinet in September, 2015.

Buhari on course to become first Nigerian President without cabinet on Independence Day

Nigerians are waiting for Buhari to make history, or fulfil his promise.