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INEC Blames LP Crisis for FCT Poll Exclusion

INEC explains Labour Party's exclusion from FCT council elections is due to leadership crisis and court cases. Igbo group urges credible polls and voter registration.

INEC Blames Labour Party Crisis for FCT Poll Exclusion

INEC explains Labour Party's exclusion from FCT council polls is due to internal crisis and expired leadership. The commission cites Supreme Court judgment and multiple pending court cases. Full details inside.

INEC Resumes Nationwide Voter Registration

INEC has restarted the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) nationwide. Learn key dates, see the latest figures, and find out how to register or update your details.

Labour Party Protests Candidate Exclusion at INEC HQ

Labour Party members protest at INEC headquarters, demanding their candidates be uploaded for the FCT Area Council elections. They cite a court order and threaten to disrupt the February 21 polls.

Wike warns critics to stay away from Rivers politics

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike cautions detractors against interfering in Rivers State affairs, warning of severe consequences. He challenges critics to replicate the APC-PDP alliance seen in the state.

INEC Chairman Vows Credible 2027 Elections

INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan reaffirms commitment to free, fair 2027 polls. Preparations underway, staff welfare prioritized. Read the full New Year message.

INEC Chairman Vows Credible 2027 Elections

INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, commits to transparent 2027 polls. Preparations are underway, with focus on staff welfare and upcoming 2026 elections. Read more.

Low Turnout in Ivory Coast Parliamentary Elections

Ivory Coast's parliamentary elections recorded a low 32.35% voter turnout following an opposition boycott. The vote extends President Ouattara's political dominance. Read the full analysis.

FCT records 300 major crimes in three months

FCT Police Command discloses 300 cases of kidnapping, armed robbery, and other crimes from Oct-Dec 2025. 160 suspects arrested, 32 victims rescued. Read the full breakdown.

Clergy Demands Urgent Electoral Reforms for 2027 Polls

Rev. Fr. George Ehusani calls for sweeping reforms to secure Nigeria's democracy, including placing the burden of proof for credible elections on INEC and ending the disenfranchisement of millions. Read his full keynote address.

FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe Defects to ADC

Senator Ireti Kingibe has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), leaving the Labour Party. This strategic move is set to reshape opposition politics ahead of 2027. Read the full story.

Bandits kidnap 7 youths in FCT community raid

Armed bandits stormed Gidan-Bijimi settlement, abducting six teenage girls and a 16-year-old boy. The attack highlights growing security concerns in Bwari Area Council bordering Kaduna State.

Wike Explains Faceoff with Naval Officer Yerima

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike addresses his controversial exchange with Lt. A.M Yerima over disputed land, denying he insulted the military while maintaining the officer followed illegal orders. Read full details.

Abuja Waste Crisis: Tinubu's Aide Warns Wike

Presidential aide Temitope Ajayi warns FCT Minister Wike about Abuja's waste management breakdown. Refuse heaps threaten public health crisis. Falana demands apology in land dispute.

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