#NigeriaPolitics Archives - Famous Reporters

Oct

01

2026

ABIA CENTRAL 2027: Why Hon. Emeka Atuma Remains The Most Prepared, Tested Trusted Choice For The Red Chamber

POLITICS#AbiaCentral, #AbiaCentral2027, #AbiaPolitics, #EmekaAtuma, #Ikwuano, #NigeriaPolitics, #Senate2027, #Umuahia

ABIA CENTRAL 2027: Why Hon. Emeka Atuma Remains The Most Prepared, Tested And Trusted Choice For The Red Chamber By Prince Kelechi Prico, CNAAtuma Media Team As political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 Abia Central senatorial contest, the record of former House of Representatives member Emeka Atuma is again attracting attention, particularly his 2003–2007 legislative tenure, reported constituency projects and current bid for the Senate. Emeka Atuma represented Ikwuano/Umuahia in the House of Representatives from 2003 to 2007 and is seeking the Abia Central Senate seat in 2027. Nineteen years after his impactful service in the Green Chamber (2003–2007),…

Sep

28

2026

By Famous Reporters

Abia Central 2027: Let Equity Meet Competence

Uncategorized#2027Politics, #AbiaCentral, #AbiaCentral2027, #AbiaPolitics, #EmekaAtuma, #NigeriaPolitics, #PoliticalEquity, #PoliticalRepresentation

Abia Central 2027: Let Equity Meet Competence Why political balance, experience and capacity are central to the case for Emeka Atuma As the 2027 political conversation gathers momentum in Abia Central, questions of equity, experience and effective representation are becoming harder to ignore. Beyond party colours and political interests, the emerging debate is about who should represent the senatorial district and what that representation should deliver to the people. Perhaps this is the larger lesson for Abia Central as 2027 approaches: Just as competence should not become a justification for permanent political exclusion, equity should not be seen as an…

Sep

13

2026

By Famous Reporters

Iyovwaye Faults Urhobo Monarchs’ Endorsement of Oborevwori

POLITICS#Delta2027, #DeltaGovernorship, #Deltans, #DeltaStatePolitics, #Iyovwaye, #NigeriaPolitics, #Oborevwori, #UrhoboMonarchs

Iyovwaye Faults Urhobo Monarchs’ Endorsement of Oborevwori A fresh political controversy is building in Delta State after NDC governorship candidate Deacon Chris Iyovwaye challenged the reported endorsement of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori by some Urhobo monarchs, arguing that the concerns of ordinary Deltans should come before political endorsements. Deacon Chris Iyovwaye has faulted the reported endorsement of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori by some Urhobo traditional rulers, arguing that the decision does not adequately reflect the concerns of Deltans. The NDC governorship candidate called for greater attention to healthcare, education, security, agriculture and the cost of living, while urging the monarchs to reconsider…

Sep

13

2026

By Famous Reporters

2027: GOMEP-NG Condemns Urhobo Monarchs’ Endorsement of Oborevwori

POLITICS#2027Governorship, #Delta2027, #DeltaPolitics, #GOMEPNG, #NigeriaPolitics, #Oborevwori, #UrhoboMonarchs, #UrhoboNation

2027: GOMEP-NG Condemns Urhobo Monarchs’ Endorsement of Oborevwori The 2027 Delta governorship race has taken a fresh turn after GOMEP-NG challenged the reported decision of Urhobo traditional rulers to back Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as the sole candidate of the Urhobo Nation. The Guild warned that the move could deepen political divisions and urged the monarchs to remain neutral fathers to all aspirants. GOMEP-NG has condemned the reported endorsement of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori by Urhobo traditional rulers as the sole governorship candidate of the Urhobo Nation ahead of the 2027 Delta State election. The Guild urged the monarchs to remain politically…

Sep

10

2026

By Famous Reporters

Peter Obi: GOMEP-NG Demands Probe Into Alleged Benue Road Blockade

POLITICS#BenuePolitics, #BenueRoadBlockade, #GOMEPNG, #Nigeriandemocracy, #NigeriaPolitics, #OppositionPolitics, #PeterObi, #PoliticalThuggery

Peter Obi: GOMEP-NG Demands Probe Into Alleged Benue Road Blockade GOMEP-NG has condemned the reported blockade of Peter Obi’s entourage in Benue State and called on the police and DSS to investigate the incident. The guild described the alleged obstruction as political intimidation and urged authorities to identify and prosecute anyone found responsible. A political road blockade in Benue has raised fresh concerns about Nigeria’s democratic space, after GOMEP-NG demanded an urgent investigation into the alleged obstruction of Peter Obi’s entourage. ABUJA — The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria, GOMEP-NG, has condemned the reported blockade of…

Sep

05

2026

By Famous Reporters

Nobody Will Pay Above ₦610’: Hashim Promises ₦605 Petrol, Targets ₦200 in 2027

Economy, ENERGY, POLITICS#AccordParty, #FuelPriceNigeria, #FuelSubsidy, #GbengaOlawepoHashim, #Nigeria2027, #NigeriaPolitics, #PetrolPrice, #PetrolPriceNigeria

Nobody Will Pay Above ₦610’: Hashim Promises ₦605 Petrol, Targets ₦200 in 2027 For millions of Nigerians already struggling with transport and household costs, the promise of ₦605 petrol — and eventually ₦200 — is the kind of political pledge that immediately raises one question: can Nigeria really make fuel this cheap without bringing back the subsidy burden? What if petrol could return to a price Nigerians have not seen in years? The Accord Party presidential candidate Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim has promised that Nigerians would pay no more than ₦610 per litre for petrol under his proposed administration, with a longer-term…

Aug

24

2026

By Famous Reporters

Eric Opah: From Business and Philanthropy to Abia’s 2027 Governorship Race

POLITICS#Abia2027, #AbiaGuber, #AbiaPolitics, #AbiaState, #APCAbia, #EricOpah, #EricOpah2027, #NigeriaPolitics

Eric Opah: From Business and Philanthropy to Abia’s 2027 Governorship Race By Our Correspondent Eric Opah is the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for Abia State in the 2027 election. He emerged from the party's May 21, 2026 primary after defeating Henry Ikoh. Opah, a businessman and philanthropist with experience in shipping and logistics, is campaigning on industrialisation, job creation, infrastructure, accountability and human-capital development. As the 2027 governorship race gathers momentum in Abia State, businessman and philanthropist, Chief Eric Opah, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), placing his business experience, philanthropy and…

Aug

22

2026

By Famous Reporters

GOMEP-NG Challenges Atiku Over Fuel Subsidy U-Turn, Urges Nigerians to Endure Tinubu’s Reforms

POLITICS#AtikuAbubakar, #AtikuFuelSubsidy, #FuelSubsidyNigeria, #GOMEPNG, #NigeriaEconomy, #NigeriaPolitics, #NNPCReform, #TinubuReforms

GOMEP-NG Challenges Atiku Over Fuel Subsidy U-Turn, Urges Nigerians to Endure Tinubu’s Reforms As millions of Nigerians continue to feel the pressure of higher living costs, GOMEP-NG has reignited the debate over fuel subsidy, challenging Atiku Abubakar to explain what the Guild described as a change in his position while urging citizens to endure President Tinubu’s reforms. GOMEP-NG has challenged Atiku Abubakar over his alleged changing positions on fuel subsidy and NNPC reforms. The Guild said Atiku had previously supported subsidy removal and petroleum-sector reforms but is now calling for the return of subsidy. GOMEP-NG urged Nigerians to endure the…

Aug

22

2026

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Tinubu’s Reforms: GOMEP-NG Urges Nigerians to Stay Patient

POLITICS#EconomicReforms, #GOMEPNG, #GoodGovernance, #NigerianEconomy, #NigeriaPolitics, #TinubuAdministration, #TinubuEconomicReforms, #TinubuReforms

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms may be causing pain and frustration for many Nigerians, but the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) says the current hardship should not be mistaken for failure. GOMEP-NG has urged Nigerians to remain patient with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms, saying the administration’s difficult policy decisions are aimed at achieving long-term economic stability and sustainable national development. The Guild also called for greater transparency, accountability and stronger social intervention programmes. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms may be causing pain and frustration for many Nigerians, but the Guild of…

Aug

17

2026

By Famous Reporters

Muoboghare Defends Tinubu’s Record Amid Background Controversies

POLITICS#NigeriaPolitics, #PatrickMuoboghare, #Tinubu, #Tinubu2027, #TinubuAchievements, #TinubuEconomicReforms, #TinubuFuelSubsidyRemoval

Muoboghare Defends Tinubu’s Record Amid Background Controversies Can a controversial past erase a leader’s achievements? Prof. Patrick Muoboghare says no. He has urged Nigerians to look beyond the controversies surrounding President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s background and judge him instead by his political record, governance and economic decisions. Prof. Patrick Muoboghare has defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu against criticism of his educational and family background, saying such controversies should not overshadow Tinubu’s political record, economic reforms and achievements in public service. ABUJA — Professor Patrick Muoboghare has defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu against criticisms surrounding his educational and family background, arguing…