Jigawa PDP Swaps NA Candidates Ahead of 2027 Elections
Jigawa PDP defends swapping National Assembly candidates for 2027, replacing Aminu Wada Abubakar with ex-IGP Suleiman Abba in Jigawa Central, citing electoral strength.
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2Baba's Wife Natasha Osawaru Debuts as Edo Minority Leader
Natasha Osawaru, wife of singer 2Baba, announced her new role as Edo State House of Assembly minority leader on Instagram, signing off as 'Hon. Natasha Osawaru' without the Idibia surname.
INEC Pledges Neutrality as 2027 Campaigns Begin, Warns on Misinformation
INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan declares no preferred candidate or party for 2027, signs peace accord, warns against misinformation and violence, and scales up logistics with 1.4 million ad hoc staff.
INEC Lists Six Threats Ahead of 2027 General Election
INEC chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan named vote-buying, localised violence, hate speech, disinformation, security risks, and FIMI as key threats to Nigeria's 2027 elections. He met an IRI delegation in Abuja, three days after the Osun governorship poll.
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US Sets Aug 21 Deadline for Tinubu Narcotics Records
A US court gives Attorney Jeanine Pirro until August 21 to release Tinubu narcotics records; a firm welcomes the move, saying Trump won't shield an alleged trafficker.
Tinubu Meets EFCC, Housing Minister Over 1,500 Seized Properties
President Tinubu met EFCC Chairman Olukoyede and Housing Minister Darma to strategize on managing and disposing of over 1,500 forfeited properties nationwide, with transparency and accountability.
Petrol Prices Rise in Nigeria After Trump's Hormuz Declaration
Nigerian depot petrol prices rise by up to N28 per litre in Lagos, Warri, and Calabar following Trump's declaration of the Strait of Hormuz as US territory, escalating Iran tensions.
Atiku, Makinde Absent as 2027 Candidates Sign Peace Accord
Presidential candidates signed the First National Peace Accord in Abuja on August 18, 2026, with Atiku Abubakar and Seyi Makinde notably absent. INEC warns of hate speech and AI-driven misinformation.
Edweirdo Advises Davido on Politics Ahead of 2027
Content creator Edweirdo tells Davido fame isn't enough to govern, urges building a competent team and learning governance before seeking office in 2027.
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Fact-Check: Atiku Did Not Step Down for Peter Obi
A viral Threads claim that Atiku Abubakar stepped down for Peter Obi in the 2027 race is false, says DUBAWA. Atiku's aide calls it fake news, and no official announcement exists.
Tinubu's Pre-Politics Career: Accounting to Mobil Oil
Before politics, Bola Tinubu built a career in accounting and corporate management, working at Arthur Andersen, Deloitte, GTE, and Mobil Oil Nigeria, rising to executive ranks.
Adeleke's Career Paths Before Becoming Osun Governor
Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke began his career in the US in 1985, then held top roles at Guinness Nigeria and Pacific Holdings before entering politics in 2017.
Jesse Jagz Slams Davido Over Uncle's Osun Election Win
Nigerian rapper Jesse Jagz criticized Davido after his uncle's Osun election win, questioning achievements and infrastructure in the state.
Wike: Start Crying, You Can't Defeat Tinubu in 2027
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says opposition parties cannot defeat President Tinubu in 2027, urging them to start crying and plan for after the polls.
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CESJET Praises Ribadu, Oluyede for Nigeria-US Security Talks
CESJET commends NSA Ribadu and CDS Oluyede after US-Nigeria talks in Washington, citing progress on terrorism trials with over 500 suspects and hundreds of convictions.
Lawmaker Defends Wike Over Abuja Flooding, Cites 221km Roads
Philip Agbese defends Wike against Abuja flood criticism, citing 221km of completed roads and blaming residents for clogging drainage with refuse.
Finland Mandates 5-Year Stay for Permanent Residence Permit Applications
Finland requires foreigners to complete five years of legal residence before applying for a permanent residence permit, with automatic rejection for early submissions.
Tinubu Signs 2027 Peace Accord, Urges Non-Violent Campaigns
President Tinubu, represented by SGF Akume, signed a peace accord for the 2027 elections, urging parties to reject violence and uphold democratic principles.
APC's Osun Defeat Blamed on Abuja Politicians by Governor
Governor Abdullahi Sule says APC lost Osun 2026 governorship election due to interference from Abuja-based politicians, warning candidates against anti-party activities.
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Court Jails Two Women for Illegal Naira Trading in Lagos
Justice A. Aluko of the Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos, on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, convicted and sentenced two women to six months imprisonment each for unlawful trading of naira notes.
2027: Tinubu, Obi, Sowore Sign Peace Accord in Abuja
Presidential candidates, including Peter Obi and Omoyele Sowore, signed the National Peace Accord in Abuja on August 18, 2026, ahead of the 2027 elections, with INEC pledging credible polls.
Tinubu Meets Akpabio Hours Before Campaigns Begin
President Tinubu and Senate President Akpabio held a secret meeting at Aso Rock on Tuesday, hours before the official start of the 2027 general election campaigns, with the agenda undisclosed.
US Sanctions ICC President Tomoko Akane and Senior Lawyer Abdoulaye Seye
The United States has imposed sanctions on ICC President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, freezing their US assets and cutting off financial access, as announced by Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday.
Anambra Targets Full Digital Government by 2030
Anambra State plans to achieve full digital government and formalise all SMEs by 2030, according to the state's ICT agency, aiming to boost revenue and efficiency.
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Obi, Sowore, Others Sign 2027 Peace Accord in Abuja
Presidential candidates, including Peter Obi and Omoyele Sowore, signed the National Peace Accord in Abuja on August 18, pledging peaceful 2027 elections. INEC plans to deploy 1.4 million ad hoc staff across 176,000 polling units.
Adeleke's 2026 Osun Vote Surge: 13 LGAs Show Major Gains
Adeleke increased votes in all 13 LGAs he won in 2022, with Ede North up 48%, total votes rising from 204,428 to 261,839 in 2026.
Zulum Approves Promotion Pay, Leave Grants for Borno Workers
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum has approved immediate payment of promotion salary benefits for 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 sessions and leave grants for 2025, following talks with labour unions.
Primate Ayodele Warns Tinubu: 2027 Election at Risk
Primate Elijah Ayodele warns President Tinubu that Nigerians' grievances and a united opposition could cost him the 2027 election, urging urgent action.
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The UAE leads with 153 new visa-free destinations, while Kosovo, India, and Oman also make notable gains in global passport mobility, according to recent rankings.
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Davido: Fractured Opposition Hands Tinubu 2027 Edge
Afrobeats star Davido says a divided opposition gives President Tinubu a strong chance in 2027, citing nearly eight South contenders and praising youth in Osun.
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