We Stood by Tinubu in Difficult Times, Wike Reaffirms Loyalty
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed his unwavering support for President Bola Tinubu. He said those who stood by the President when it was politically difficult will continue to support him now that things are easier. Wike said he and his supporters openly backed Tinubu during […]
Stakeholders Push for Credible, Inclusive Democracy Ahead of 2027 election
By Julian Osamoto Ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections, key stakeholders have urged stronger collaboration, civic engagement, and political plurality to safeguard the nation’s democracy. The 9th Annual National Stakeholders’ Forum on Elections, organised by the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room, brought together civil society leaders, election officials, security agencies, and political actors to address challenges […]
Court Remands Ex-Labour Minister Chris Ngige in Kuje Prison Over N2.2bn Corruption Case
By Chinedu Echianu A Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of former Minister of Labour and Productivity, Chris Ngige, at the Kuje Correctional Centre pending the hearing of his bail application. Justice Mariam Hassan issued the order on Friday after the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned the […]
Senator Enang Appreciates Tinubu , Akpabio for Ambassadorial nomination
By Anayo Akwitti Senator Ita Enang on Monday appreciated President Bola Tinubu for his nomination as an ambassador. His name was one of the sixty five ambassadorial nominees forwarded to the Senate for confirmation last week Thursday by the President. Ita Enang who represented Akwa – Ibom North East in the Senate during the 7th […]
Wike-Aligned PDP Faction Plans State Congresses, National Convention
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aligned with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has announced plans to conduct state congresses and a national convention to elect party officials at both state and national levels. The disclosure was made on Sunday by Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, chairman of the factional Board of Trustees […]
Tinubu nominates Ita Enang, Grace Bent 63 others as Ambassadors Designate
Anayo Akwitti President Bola Tinubu has forwarded to the Senate for confirmation, a fresh list of 65 ambassadorial nominees. The President’s request, read in plenary Thursday by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio consists of 34 Career Ambassadors and High Commissioners and 31 Non-Career Ambassadors and High Commissioners, totalling 65 nominees altogether. Notable […]
Adebayo Warns Against Complacency in Nigeria’s Democracy
By Chinedu Echianu The 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has called for comprehensive electoral and political reforms in Nigeria, warning that failure to act will allow the nation’s democratic institutions to “deform under the weight of unresolved crises.” Adebayo stated this at the National Electoral Reforms Summit in […]
JUST IN: Protests Rock National Assembly Over Stalled Confirmation of NERC Nominee
By: Aremu Toyeebaht Fresh tension erupted in Abuja on Tuesday as protesters stormed the National Assembly, demanding the immediate confirmation of Abdullahi Ramat, President Bola Tinubu’s nominee for Chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The demonstrators — made up of civil society groups, rights activists, and Ramat’s supporters — marched around the National […]
CSOs Raise Concerns Over Delayed Openings, Malpractices in Anambra Election
By Julian Osamoto The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room has expressed concerns over delayed poll openings, voter apathy, and reports of vote buying during the Anambra State governorship election. In an interim statement released Saturday afternoon and signed by Convener of the Situation Room, Yunusa Ya’u, the Situation Room says voting began peacefully across most […]
Soludo Wins Anambra Governorship in Landslide, Sweeps All 21 LGAs
By Chinedu Echianu The candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has been declared winner of the November 8, 2025 Anambra State governorship election, after securing a sweeping victory across all 21 local government areas of the state. The Returning Officer of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Edoba Omoregie, […]