INEC Opens Media Accreditation for Osun Governorship Election
By Anayo Akwitti The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced online accreditation for journalists and media organisations seeking to cover the Osun State Governorship Election scheduled for August. In a statement posted on its official platforms on Tuesday, the electoral body urged interested media organisations planning to deploy journalists for the election to begin […]
Reps Probe MREIF Operations, Summon CEO
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives Committee on Housing and Habitat has commenced a comprehensive investigation into the MOFI Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF). The committee also granted its Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Armstrong Ume-Takang, a one-week extension to appear before lawmakers while insisting that he must personally attend the rescheduled hearing. The Committee […]
Babachir Quits ADC,Alleges Rigging of Primary
By Anayo Akwitti Former Scribe to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has resigned from the African Democratic Congress. He alleged that the party’s recent presidential primary was manipulated in favour of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Lawal announced his resignation in a statement shared on his official Facebook page on Monday, saying he […]
I take Responsibility for Continous Cattle Grazing in FCT – Wike
By Anayo Akwitti The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has taken responsibility for the continued presence of cattle on major roads and streets across Abuja, admitting that the situation remains a concern despite efforts to improve the capital city. Speaking during his monthly media briefing in Abuja on Monday, Wike expressed regret […]
COPDEM Hails Obi’s NDC Presidential Ticket
By Anayo Akwitti The Coalition for the Protection of Democracy (COPDEM) has congratulated Peter Obi on his ratification as the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 general elections. In a statement signed by its National Chairman, Rwang Pam Jnr, the coalition describes Obi’s emergence as a significant milestone that reflects […]
Nwanyanwu Secures ZLP Ticket, Pledges Unity-Focused Agenda
By Anayo Akwitti The presidential candidate of Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) Dr Dan Nwanyanwu has pledged to prioritise national unity, address insecurity and corruption if elected President in the 2027 general elections. Nwanyanwu who emerged the consensus candidate at the party’s national convertion on Saturday in Abuja, made the pledge during his acceptance speech. He […]
FCT Chairmen-Elect Seek Governance Reforms
By Julian Osamoto Newly elected Area Council chairmen in the Federal Capital Territory have called for stronger institutional support, financial reforms, and continuous leadership training to improve service delivery while restoring public confidence in local government administration. The chairmen made the call at a two-day training on good governance organised in Abuja by the Development […]
Court Clears Jonathan To Contest 2027 Presidential Election
By Chinedu Echianu Former President Goodluck Jonathan has been cleared by a Federal High Court in Abuja to contest the 2027 presidential election, following the dismissal of a suit challenging his eligibility. The case was filed by Johnmary Jideobi, who sought an order preventing Jonathan from presenting himself as a candidate for any political party […]
2027: Ugochinyere Warns Against Deregistration of Political Parties
By Oluwakemi Kindness The member of the House of Representatives representing Ideato North and South Federal Constituency of Imo State, Ikenga Imo-Ugochinyere, has warned against actions that could undermine opposition political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during a news conference in Abuja on Monday, the federal lawmaker expressed concern over ongoing legal […]
NNPCL Chairman Kida Congratulates Tinubu on APC Primary Win
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Chairman of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Ahmadu Musa Kida, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on his victory at the presidential primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a congratulatory message, Engr. Kida describes the President’s emergence as the APC presidential candidate as a clear reflection of […]