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South Korea President Denies Ordering Arrest of Lawmakers Amid Impeachment Trial, Tensions Rise in Political Crisis

January 21, 2025 by David Todi

Seoul, South Korea – South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has firmly denied allegations that he ordered the arrest of opposition lawmakers amid a highly contentious impeachment trial, further escalating tensions in the nation’s political landscape. The impeachment proceedings, which have gripped the country’s government and divided public opinion, have led to fierce debates and accusations … Read more

PDP National Secretary Dispute: Samuel Anyanwu Affirms Authentic Position Amid Legal Battle

January 10, 2025 by Ferdinand Miracle

Samuel Anyanwu, the embattled National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has reaffirmed his position as the authentic holder of the office, despite a legal dispute with party chieftain Sunday Ude-Okoye. Anyanwu made this declaration during an appearance on the current affairs program Nigeria Right Now with Dickson Iroegbu, stating that he remains the … Read more

Damagum Calls for Unity and Forgiveness to Resolve PDP Crisis

January 9, 2025 by Ferdinand Miracle

Umar Damagum, the acting Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has called for unity and forgiveness within the party to address its ongoing leadership crisis. Speaking at the conclusion of a two-day capacity-building workshop for social media handlers in Birnin Kebbi, Damagum emphasized the importance of healing divisions and promoting cohesion within the party. … Read more

Rivers Ex-Commissioner Criticizes Wike for Attacking Odili

January 6, 2025 by Ferdinand Miracle

Former Commissioner for Works in Rivers State, Chief David Briggs, has condemned the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, for his recent remarks about former Governor Peter Odili. Briggs, who served under Odili, claimed that Wike thrives in crisis and is contributing to the political tension in the state. Briggs described Wike’s comments about “reviving” … Read more

Rivers Crisis: Wike Says He Owes Odili No Apology

January 4, 2025 by Ferdinand Miracle

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has refused to apologize to Peter Odili, former Rivers State Governor. Wike spoke during a luncheon at his residence in Port Harcourt on Friday. He insisted his remarks about Odili were not insults but reminders of Odili’s public statements. Wike accused Odili of encouraging Governor Siminalayi … Read more

Wike Denies Being Made Rivers Governor, Says He Fought His Way to Power

January 4, 2025 by Ferdinand Miracle

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims that political leaders orchestrated his rise to become Rivers State governor. Wike insists that while he received support, he ultimately fought his way to power. Speaking at a civic reception for loyalists in Port Harcourt on Friday, Wike contrasted his political journey with … Read more

Rivers State at Risk of Severe Political Crisis as Okocha Accuses Governor Fubara of Fueling Division

January 3, 2025 by Ferdinand Miracle

The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Tony Okocha, has accused Governor Sim Fubara of exacerbating political divisions within the state, warning that the situation could lead to one of the most severe political crises in Rivers’ history. Okocha’s remarks follow Fubara’s controversial decision to present the 2025 state budget to … Read more

‘My Red Biro Still Filled, Enemies’ Plans Will Crash’ – Gov Fubara Declares

January 2, 2025 by Ferdinand Miracle

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared that the plans of his adversaries will falter as he remains steadfast in his leadership. Speaking during a New Year’s crossover service held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Opobo Town, in the Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area, Governor Fubara emphasized his unshaken confidence in God’s guidance as he leads … Read more

PDP Urges Action Against Edo Govt’s Suspension of LG Chairmen, Warns of Crisis

January 1, 2025 by Ferdinand Miracle

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Edo State chapter, has called on President Bola Tinubu, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), and traditional institutions to intervene and prevent a political crisis in the state over the suspension of elected local government council chairmen. Dr. Tony Aziegbemi, the chairman of the PDP Caretaker Committee in Edo, made … Read more

Court Issues Arrest Warrant for South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Amid Martial Law Controversy

December 31, 2024 by Ferdinand Miracle

A South Korean court has issued an arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol, marking a dramatic turn in the political crisis surrounding his controversial imposition of martial law earlier this month. The court’s decision comes after the President failed to appear for questioning, as requested by investigators probing his actions. The Corruption Investigation Office … Read more