AMAC Area Council Election Peaceful Despite Low Turnout — Nyesom Wike
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike has described voting in the Abuja Municipal Area Council during Saturday’s Area Council elections as largely peaceful, though early observations showed low voter turnout in parts of the city. Speaking after visiting polling units, Wike said the process was orderly, with no incidents […]
FCT Polls: Late Openings, Vote-Buying Mar Area Council Elections — CSOs
By Julian Osamoto The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room says voting in the 2026 Area Council elections across the Federal Capital Territory has remained largely peaceful, but early reports point to late poll openings, vote-buying and limited support for persons with disabilities. In a midday briefing in Abuja, co-conveners Celestine Odo and Mma Odi said […]
Live Update: FCT Residents Vote Across Six Area Councils
By Julian Osamoto Residents of the Federal Capital Territory on Saturday, went to the polls to elect chairmen and councillors for the six Area Councils, the closest level of government to people in the capital. Unlike in the states where they are called local government elections, the FCT vote is known as Area Council polls […]
Senate Emphasizes Punctuality in Budget Sessions
By Anayo Akwitti The Senate on Wednesday issued a stern warning to heads of federal government agencies who habitually arrive late to committee sessions, emphasising that such behavior will no longer be tolerated. The warning came during the budget defense session of the National Security and Intelligence Committee. Senator Orji Uzor-Kalu (Abia North) expressed his […]
Minority Lawmakers Reject Move to Alter Electoral Act on E-Transmission
By Oluwakemi Kindness Members of the Minority Caucus in the 10th House of Representatives Nigeria have opposed moves to rescind amendments to key sections of the Electoral Act, particularly provisions on electronic transmission of election results and party primaries. The opposition lawmakers, led by Minority Leader Kingsley Chinda, addressed journalists after staging a walkout from […]
Lawmakers Rescinds Decision on Electronic Transmission of Election Results
By Oluwakemi Kindness, Anayo Akwitti The House of Representatives Nigeria has rescinded its earlier decision to allow real-time electronic transmission of election results after a tense and rowdy session in Abuja. The Committee of the Whole, presided over by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, witnessed heated exchanges as lawmakers disagreed over Clause 60(3) of the proposed […]
EFCC Detains El-Rufai Over alleged N432 billion Probe
By: Aremu Toyeebaht Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has been taken into custody by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following hours of questioning in connection with an alleged ₦432 billion corruption probe. El-Rufai, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, was detained Monday night at the EFCC’s Jabi headquarters in Abuja after […]
El-Rufai Arrives EFCC Headquarters Over Alleged Corruption
By: Aremu Toyeebaht Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai on Monday presented himself at the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja as investigations intensify into alleged financial improprieties during his administration. The spokesperson for the Commission, Dele Oyewale, confirmed that El-Rufai honoured the invitation and is being questioned by investigators. […]
YPEI Calls on Youth to Champion National Development
By Chinedu Echianu Calls for unity, security, and active civic engagement took centre stage in Abuja as the Youth Progressive Empowerment Initiative (YPEI) inaugurated and launched offices across the 36 states of the federation. YPEI, a movement led by Comrade Barnabas Ishaya aims at empowering young people with the skills, knowledge and resources needed to […]
Coalition Urges NASS on Women’s Seats Bill Before 2027
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Reserved Seats for Women Bill Campaign Coalition has urged the National Assembly to fast-track the passage of the constitution amendment bills proposing 182 reserved seats for women. The call cones with warning that the release of the 2027 General Election timetable by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has left lawmakers […]