Primate Ayodele Warns INEC on Server Security for 2027 Elections
Primate Elijah Ayodele has warned INEC to secure its servers and BVAS systems ahead of the 2027 elections, identifying 11 states at high risk of electoral irregularities.
Category : Politics
Trump Pauses Iran Strikes After 13 Days Over Missile Concerns
President Donald Trump directed the US military to halt strikes on Iran after 13 consecutive days, citing concerns over depleting Patriot missile stockpiles and creating space for diplomacy.
APC Deputy Women Leader Fatima Mairiga Dies
Fatima Mairiga, the APC Deputy Women Leader in Yobe State, passed away on Saturday in Kano following a brief illness. Funeral prayers are scheduled for Sunday at the Yobe Mosque and Islamic Centre in Damaturu.
Borno Governor Appoints 4 Special Advisers and Senior Technical Assistant
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has approved the appointment of four Special Advisers and one Senior Technical Assistant under Section 196(1) of the 1999 Constitution to strengthen post-insurgency governance.
Southeast Governors Split Over Tinubu 2027 Endorsement
Abia Governor Alex Otti rejects Imo Governor Hope Uzodimma's claim that all five southeast governors agreed to back President Tinubu's re-election, highlighting a divided region.
France Lists 8 Requirements for Foreigners to Become Citizens
The French government published eight conditions foreigners must meet for naturalisation, including age, residency, language, and financial stability, with exceptions for refugees and French speakers.
Budget Office: N1.3bn Peace Corps Funds Not Released
The Budget Office of the Federation has clarified that the N1.3 billion appropriated for the Peace Corps of Nigeria under the Public Finance Initiative was never released or accessed.
Australia Lists 7 Citizenship Requirements for Foreigners in 2026
Australia's Department of Home Affairs updated citizenship by conferral requirements on July 24, 2026. Foreigners must meet seven conditions including residency, character, English, and a 75% test score.
Bangladesh President Shahabuddin Resigns Over Health
Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin, 76, resigned on Friday citing autonomic neuropathy, leaving ousted PM Sheikh Hasina without allies in power.
Finland Lists 6 Conditions for Foreigners to Get Citizenship
Finland's Migri outlines six requirements for adult foreigners seeking citizenship, including language skills, residence, clean record, and financial self-sufficiency.
South Africa court halts Ramaphosa impeachment proceedings
The Western Cape High Court has paused President Cyril Ramaphosa's impeachment process linked to the Phala Phala cash scandal, pending a review of the 2022 panel report.
Canada Lists 10 Key Immigration Documents for Legal Stay
IRCC has outlined 10 essential immigration documents foreign nationals need to legally live in Canada and avoid deportation, emphasizing that entry documents alone do not grant residence rights.
Osun Election: Stakeholders Urge Responsible Social Media Use
Stakeholders in Osogbo warned that misinformation and hate speech on social media threaten the August 15 Osun governorship election, urging responsible digital behavior.
Sokoto Governor Declares July 24 2026 Public Holiday for Voter Reg
Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu has declared Friday, July 24, 2026, a work-free day for civil servants to register for PVCs ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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FG's pension hike could freeze salaries, cost jobs: employers warn
Nigerian employers warn FG's proposed pension contribution increase could freeze salaries, cut jobs, and raise prices, urging proper assessment before changes.
Atiku Rejects Obasanjo's Bribery Claim Over Late Speaker
Atiku Abubakar has rejected Obasanjo's claim that he bribed late Speaker Ghali Na'Abba to impeach him, calling it reckless and politically motivated ahead of 2027.
SA Court Halts Ramaphosa Impeachment Over Farmgate Scandal
A Western Cape High Court judge temporarily blocked parliament's impeachment inquiry into President Cyril Ramaphosa, giving him time to challenge the Farmgate scandal findings.
Marrying a Canadian Does Not Grant Citizenship: IRCC
Canada's IRCC confirms that marrying a Canadian citizen does not automatically grant citizenship; foreign spouses must follow standard immigration procedures.
UK Residency Rules: Foreign Spouses Must Live 3 Years
The UK government requires foreign spouses of British citizens to have lived in the UK for at least three years before applying for citizenship by naturalisation in 2026.
Makinde: APC chieftain warned me against contesting Tinubu in 2027
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde says an APC chieftain warned him not to challenge President Tinubu in 2027, linking the warning to an EFCC probe request.
Turkish Governor Fired Over Tight Cycling Shorts
Mehmet Fatih Cicekli, governor of Ardahan, was removed after photos of him in snug cycling shorts went viral, sparking debate on attire and duties.
Senate Advances Bill for Meta, Google, X Offices in Nigeria
A Senate bill to compel Meta, Google, and X to establish physical offices in Nigeria has progressed after broad stakeholder support at a public hearing.
Akpabio Accused of Breaking Truce with Oshiomhole
Senator Adams Oshiomhole accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of violating a peace deal by referencing a comment about massaging women's legs. Akpabio apologized on the Senate floor.
Ex-Adult Film Star Becomes Colombian Senator
Former adult film actress Amaranta Hank, born Deyci Alejandra Omana Ortiz, has been sworn in as a senator in Colombia, advocating for social rights and political transformation.
Nigeria's First Female NBA President Pledges to Resign if Rigged
Nigeria's first elected female NBA president, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, vows to step down if credible evidence shows her election was manipulated, addressing rigging allegations and family ties to Tinubu's cabinet.
Nigerian Citizenship Requirements and Application Guide 2026
The Federal Ministry of Interior outlines pathways to Nigerian citizenship: naturalisation, registration, and investment. Learn requirements, documents, and steps for each category.
El-Rufai Ally Quits ADC Ahead of 2027 Kaduna Elections
Muhammad Bello, a close ally of Nasir El-Rufai, resigned from the ADC on July 21 after losing the party's governorship ticket to Isa Ashiru, amid ongoing factional reconciliation.
UK: Return BRP in 5 Days or Face £1,000 Fine
The UK government mandates foreign spouses who gain British citizenship to destroy and return their BRP within 5 working days or face a fine of up to £1,000.
Senator Fadeyi Resigns from APC, Returns to PDP
Senator Olubiyi Fadeyi has resigned from the APC, citing broken promises over a 2027 return ticket, and returned to the PDP after less than a year.
How to Legally Renounce Nigerian Citizenship in 2026
The Federal Ministry of Interior has outlined the official procedure for renouncing Nigerian citizenship, including fees and required documents.
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