Vice President Kashim Shettima is in Conakry to represent Nigeria at Mamady Doumbouya's swearing-in. This marks Guinea's return to constitutional rule and highlights Nigeria's commitment to West African democracy and economic ties. Read more.
President Yoweri Museveni takes a commanding 76% lead in Uganda's partial election results. Opposition leader Bobi Wine alleges house arrest as security surrounds his home. Final results expected Saturday.
SERAP drags INEC to court, demanding accountability for N55.9 billion allegedly mismanaged in 2019 election procurement. Read the full details of the lawsuit.
APC lawmaker Hon. Raheem Tunji Olawuyi denies party rigs elections, attributes wins to voter mobilisation. He details new e-registration drive linked to NIN ahead of 2027 polls.
INEC promises transparent polls in FCT & Osun. RECs Agboke & Idris commit to credible elections, citing vote-buying & violence as key challenges. PVC collection starts Jan 15.
NiDCOM Chairman Abike Dabiri-Erewa highlights persistent border obstacles hindering free movement in West Africa, citing a Nigerian biker's ordeal. She urges ECOWAS leaders to act.
President Tinubu allocates N1.01 trillion to INEC in the 2026 budget for the 2027 general elections. Experts analyze costs and compare Nigeria's election spending with other democracies.
Atiku Abubakar declares no African Democratic Congress presidential aspirant will withdraw ahead of 2027. He accuses Presidency agents of trying to destabilize the ADC's candidate selection process.
Faustin-Archange Touadera secures a third term as CAR president with over 76% of votes. Opposition decries election as a sham. Read the full details and analysis.
Religious and labour leaders in Osun State held a special prayer session for Governor Ademola Adeleke's re-election in 2026, citing his achievements in governance. Read more.
Global leaders condemn the US airstrike & arrest of Venezuela's President Maduro as a breach of international law & sovereignty. ECOWAS, EU, China, Russia react.
West African neighbours Benin and Niger expel diplomats in a tit-for-tat move. Tensions have soared since Niger's 2023 coup and a failed putsch in Benin. Read the full details.
West African leaders must move beyond communiqués to implement democratic reforms. This editorial analyses ECOWAS's credibility gap, citing coups, bad governance, and Nigeria's role. Action is needed now.
Nigeria's electoral body, INEC, refutes false reports of a 2027 election schedule. The commission states it will act in line with the Electoral Act. Read details.
Political analyst Kelly Agaba explains the potential impact of Peter Obi's defection to the ADC on the 2027 presidential race, affecting Tinubu and Atiku's chances. Read the full analysis.
Peter Obi announces his intention to contest the 2027 election, framing his ambition as a call for service, competence, and national renewal. He outlines conditions for coalition building.
West African stakeholders call for urgent, coordinated action against human trafficking, highlighting its $150bn annual profit and 75% child victim rate. Learn about the regional strategy.
Guinea-Bissau's military rulers release six opposition members detained since the November coup, calling it a step towards constitutional order. Read the latest on the crisis.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde admits regretting his support for President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 election, citing unmet expectations for national reset. Read his full explanation.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara declares strong grassroots support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of 2027, claiming 70% of the job is complete. Read the full details.
The House of Representatives resolves to investigate the detention of a Nigerian military aircraft and personnel in Burkina Faso. Lawmakers call for urgent diplomatic action via ECOWAS and AU frameworks for their release.
Accord Party formally endorses Opeyemi David Falegan for the 2026 Ekiti governorship race. He pledges youth empowerment and road repairs. Read the full story.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for Côte d'Ivoire to attend the inauguration of President Alassane Ouattara. Read more about the strong Nigeria-Côte d'Ivoire ties.
Nigeria's government condemns the attempted coup in Benin, calls for calm, and reaffirms commitment to regional stability and democratic governance. Read the full statement.
A coup attempt by soldiers in Benin Republic was foiled, leading to 13 arrests. Nigeria deployed fighter jets for surveillance as regional bodies condemn the act. Read the full details.
Benin's government announced it thwarted a coup attempt by soldiers who seized state TV. President Patrice Talon is safe. Read the latest details on the unfolding situation.
Luqman Mamudu, former NADDC boss, says West Africa must fix border bottlenecks to unlock AfCFTA's trade potential. He calls for digital platforms and one-stop border posts.
ECOWAS Parliament fails to reach consensus on Guinea-Bissau military takeover, exposing deep divisions over tackling coups in West Africa. Read the full report.
Guinea-Bissau's election commission says gunmen stole vote tally sheets, leaving the presidential result unknown. Nigeria grants opposition candidate protection. Read the full story.
ECOWAS Parliament opens 2025 session in Abuja, strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau and reaffirms commitment to regional democracy and stability. Read the full story.