Former FCT Minister Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai has given Defence Minister General Christopher Musa (rtd.) seven days to provide evidence for an allegation that he planned killings in Southern Kaduna or retract the claim, according to Daily Trust. The dispute follows Musa’s accusation that the former governor took actions that deepened violence in the area. El-Rufai’s camp is demanding proof or a public withdrawal, escalating a public political confrontation.

The Coalition of Northern Elders has defended Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, amid criticism of his recent controversial remarks about former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai. In a statement jointly signed by representatives from the North-East, North-West and North-Central, including Zana Goni, the elders said El-Rufai’s record in office should be open to public scrutiny, according to the Daily Post. The dispute centres on Musa’s comments and the response they provoked.

Mr. Paul Ibe, Media Adviser to Atiku Abubakar, has called for President Bola Tinubu's resignation, citing the government's inability to effectively tackle insecurity in Nigeria. Ibe made these remarks during an appearance on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme, emphasizing that addressing security issues is a fundamental duty of any government.

Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, has rejected claims that Tinubu stated he would not seek re-election if he failed to improve Nigeria's power supply. Onanuga described these assertions as 'out of context' and dismissed the resurfacing of such claims in various discussions, according to Ripples Nigeria.

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the NDC, has called for the resignation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on July 4, 2026. The reasons behind this demand have not been specified in the report from Legit.ng.

The Presidency has criticized former presidential candidate Peter Obi for his call for President Bola Tinubu to resign, labeling the demand as "childish" and "anti-democratic." Obi's request followed the resignation announcement of Keir Starmer, who cited public dissatisfaction over economic challenges as a reason for his departure. The criticism highlights ongoing political tensions in Nigeria.