Latest Political News In Nigeria For Saturday, 1st June, 2019

Good morning, Nigeria, welcome to Naija News roundup of political news headlines for today Saturday, 1st June 2019.

Below is a roundup of top political stories in Nigeria.

1. Why Bukola Saraki Lost Appointment

More details as to why Senate President Bukola Saraki lost his appointment as the Ambassador-at-Large of the International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) has emerged. It was gathered that the former Kwara Governor was yet to conclude registration for the appointment because his aides were still trying to gather information on the organisation and its affiliation with the United Nations (UN).

2. APC Senators Lobby Lawmakers Over NASS Speakership Position

Some All Progressives Congress (APC) Senators are reportedly contacting members of their states in other to take a collective stand on who to back for the speakership of the 9th National Assembly. According to the Independent, the scheme involves strong supporters of Senator Ahmad Lawan (APC-Yobe North) who’s also a leading contender in the race for the Senate presidency.

3. Gov Sanwo-Olu Appoints Chief Of Staff, Deputy

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has appointed Tayo Ayinde and Gboyega Soyannwo as his Chief of Staff and Deputy Chief of Staff respectively. This was made known in a statement on Friday by Deputy Chief Press Secretary, Gboyega Akosile.

4. Oyegun Reveals Problem Of APC, PDP, Others

Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), John Odigie-Oyegun, has stated that godfathers are the problem of political parties in Nigeria. Speaking to the New Telegraph, the former Edo State governor urged his party and other political parties to do away with godfatherism.

5. Dino Melaye Drops New Single, Endorses Governor Wike (Video)

Controversial Senator representing Kogi west senatorial district, Dino Melaye has released a new video in Port Harcourt, the Rivers state capital. Naija News reports that the senator in his new song eulogised the prowess of Governor Nyesom Wike who emerged winner of the Rivers state governorship election.

That’s political news in Nigeria for today. Read more Nigerian news on Naija News. See you again tomorrow.