EFCC: Aspirants Spent N30b on Party Tickets
EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede revealed that some governorship aspirants spent up to N30 billion to secure party tickets, warning that this fuels corruption and undermines democracy.
Category : Politics
Senate, SEDC Clash Over N16.6 Billion Budget, Transparency
The Senate and South East Development Commission disagree over spending of N16.6 billion. Lawmakers probe expenditures, while SEDC defends actions amid calls for accountability.
Eyamba Felicitates Oyo-Ita on Retirement, Acquittal
Prince Francis Eyamba congratulates former Head of Service Winifred Oyo-Ita on her retirement and court acquittal, praising her integrity and the judiciary's fairness.
NLC Mourns Member Domingo Adeleke at ILO Conference
The Nigeria Labour Congress has lost member Domingo Adeleke at the ongoing ILO conference in Geneva. He died after a brief illness, sparking tributes from colleagues.
Reps Summon Service Chiefs, Ribadu Over Insecurity
The House of Representatives has summoned Nigeria's service chiefs and NSA Nuhu Ribadu to brief lawmakers on worsening insecurity, following a motion by Hon. Sulaiman Gumi.
Defence HQ Debunks AI-Generated Video of General Musa
The Defence Headquarters dismisses an AI-generated video falsely showing Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Gwabin Musa, urging public disregard.
INEC Aligns PDP Executive List with Wike Faction
INEC updates its portal, replacing PDP officials Yayari and Woyengikuro with Odeyemi and Eyim, aligning the party's leadership with the Wike-backed faction.
Tinubu Commissions New EFCC Office in Ado-Ekiti
President Tinubu, through VP Shettima, commissions a new EFCC zonal office in Ado-Ekiti, boosting Nigeria's anti-corruption campaign and institutional capacity.
Makinde and Obi Challenge Tinubu in 2027 Presidential Race
Governor Seyi Makinde and Peter Obi face hurdles as they challenge President Tinubu in 2027, navigating party defections and strategic alliances.
Osun APC Denies Sponsoring Attacks Ahead of Guber Polls
Osun APC denies allegations of sponsoring political violence, urges security agencies to act. Governor Adeleke accuses police commissioner of non-cooperation. Vice chairman abducted, stage collapses at rally.
Nigeria First Policy Breach Over .ng Domain Ignored
ICT stakeholders criticize the Ministry of Communications for violating the Nigeria First Policy by promoting a foreign .cv domain over .ng in a $10 million deal with Hello.cv.
LASIEC Fixes June 23 for By-Elections in Three Councils
Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission announces by-elections on June 23, 2026, to fill vacant councillorship seats in Ibeju-Lekki, Odi-Olowo, and Somolu councils.
Police Urge DPOs to Boost GBV Prevention, Victim Protection
Nigeria Police and CLEEN Foundation call on DPOs to enhance GBV prevention, victim protection, and adopt survivor-centred approaches in Ibadan workshop.
Union Demands Payment of Outstanding Arrears from FG
SSAUTHRIAL calls on the Federal Government to expedite payment of outstanding arrears owed to staff, citing financial strain and poor conditions.
Airtel Africa Converts 950 Sites to Grid Power in Decarbonisation Push
Airtel Africa converts over 950 sites to grid power, cuts diesel use by 9.1 million litres, and boosts financial inclusion with $196 billion in Airtel Money transactions.
Obi's One-Term Pact Raises Questions for Southeast Nigeria
Peter Obi's pledge to serve one term if elected president in 2027 sparks debate over whether it weakens the Southeast's long struggle for political inclusion and power.
FG to Boost Nutrition for Vulnerable Groups with Tom Brown
Nigeria's government commits to enhancing nutrition for vulnerable populations, focusing on standardizing Tom Brown complementary food to combat malnutrition.
Hand-Washing Culture Urged to Fight Illnesses in Nigeria
Experts call for sustained hand-washing culture under Clean Naija Initiative to reduce hygiene-related illnesses, targeting 6 million schoolchildren by 2030 in Nigeria.
NSE Inducts 214 Fellows, Urges FG on Living Costs
The Nigerian Society of Engineers inducted 214 fellows and called on the federal government to tackle insecurity and rising cost of living, citing soaring fuel prices and kidnappings.
Deepening Nigeria's Democracy: Participation and Representation
An analysis of the tension between citizen participation and political representation in Nigeria, arguing both are essential for democratic deepening beyond mere electoral rituals.
WILAN Pushes Cross-Sector Collaboration for Women's Leadership
Women leaders at a WILAN Global convening in Abuja called for breaking sector silos to advance women's influence in decision-making and national growth.
Unionist Domingo Adeleke Dies at ILO Conference in Geneva
The Nigerian labour movement mourns the death of Domingo Adeleke, who passed away while attending the 114th ILO Conference in Geneva. He was a dedicated trade unionist and Chairman of the Lagos State Joint Negotiating Council.
NDC Appoints Peter Obi Critic as Media Director
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has appointed Agada Abuh Theophilus, a known critic of Peter Obi, as director of new media and strategic communications.
MTN Foundation Fights Substance Abuse in Enugu
MTN Foundation reaffirms commitment to tackling substance abuse among 360,000 Enugu youths through ASAP, partnering with UNODC and NDLEA.
Three Arms of Government in Nigeria and Functions
Nigeria's government has three arms: Executive, Legislature, and Judiciary. They operate under separation of powers to ensure accountability and effective governance.
Osun Campaign Councils Bicker Over Gunmen Attacks
APC and Accord campaign councils in Osun accuse each other over gunmen attacks on towns ahead of August 15 governorship poll, causing injuries and panic.
Court Orders INEC to Reinstate Access Party Registration
A Federal High Court in Abuja ruled that INEC unlawfully halted Access Party's registration, ordering reinstatement and damages.
INEC Restores 22 Constituencies in Four States for 2027
INEC restores 22 state constituencies in Benue, Delta, Jigawa, and Kogi following court orders, and sets June 16-25, 2026 for party primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Emir of Ilorin Appoints New Chief Imam After Rigorous Process
The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has appointed Sheikh Muhammad Dasuki as the new Chief Imam Fulani, succeeding the late Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Salihu.
Political gangsters have captured Nigeria, says Donald Duke
PRP presidential candidate Donald Duke accuses Nigeria's political class of capturing the country and weaponising poverty, calling for fundamental change in governance.
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