The Independent National Electoral Commission clarifies that results for the 2026 FCT Area Council elections will not be transmitted in real time, explaining BVAS uploads occur only after voting and counting.
Former presidential aspirant Adamu Garba has dismissed social media rumours of leaving the APC, reaffirming his commitment to the ruling party as the 2027 elections approach.
Julius Adamu, PDP chairmanship candidate in Bwari Area Council, has withdrawn to support APC's Joshua Ishaku Musa ahead of Saturday's FCT elections. FCT Minister Nyesom Wike reaffirmed his commitment to supporting candidates aligned with President Tinubu.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has publicly asked Nigerians for forgiveness for any personal shortcomings and called for national unity, peace, and moral renewal as Ramadan begins. He emphasized compassion and ethical conduct in a sermon at the State House M
Former Rivers Governor Rotimi Amaechi alleges National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu is undermining opposition figures while positioning for a 2031 presidential run, as he supports President Tinubu's 2027 campaign.
Deputy Spokesperson Philip Agbese downplays the opposition walkout during the Electoral Amendment Bill debate, labeling it a recognized global parliamentary tool rather than a democratic threat.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has launched a verbal attack on former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi regarding recent protest activities, reigniting their long-standing political rivalry in Rivers State.
Former Rivers Governor Rotimi Amaechi reaffirms his presidential ambitions for 2027, outlines plans if he fails to secure ADC ticket, and accuses Tinubu's administration of authoritarian drift.
The Nigerian Senate has reprimanded heads of federal agencies for persistent lateness to budget defence sessions, emphasizing punctuality as crucial for accountability in the 2026 budget process.
The Kano State Hisbah Board has prohibited tricycle operators from wearing three-quarter trousers, playing music, and carrying opposite genders during Ramadan. Violators face arrest and prosecution as part of a special operation against immorality.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially signed the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill 2026 into law following its passage by the National Assembly.
The Vatican has formally declined an invitation to join President Trump's International Board of Peace, citing its unique nature and reaffirming support for the United Nations as the primary body for global crisis management.
A resurfaced video shows former VP Atiku Abubakar detailing how his father was imprisoned for refusing to let him attend school in Adamawa State, highlighting his early struggles with Western education.
Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong argues the federal government's cybercrime charges against former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai lack critical details, suggesting no real prosecution intent.
Ukrainian forces have detained Balogun Ridwan, a Nigerian who claims he was deceived into joining the Russian army under false job promises. He appeals to President Tinubu for government intervention and forgiveness.
President Bola Tinubu has issued a special message to Nigerians as the Muslim holy month of Ramadan and the Christian season of Lent commence simultaneously, emphasizing shared values and national harmony.
Kano State government has ordered the immediate closure of all entertainment centers, DJ operations, and event venues throughout Ramadan. The directive has ignited a nationwide conversation about religious observance, economic impact, and individual right
A Federal High Court judge in Abuja has warned she could order the Chief of Army Staff to arrest IGP Kayode Egbetokun for alleged disobedience of a court order in the case of a man missing since 2017. The judge offered options including contempt proceedin
Iran has closed the vital Strait of Hormuz for the first time since the 1980s amid live-fire naval drills, escalating tensions with the US over nuclear talks and military deployments in the Gulf region.
Balogun Ridwan, a Nigerian national, was reportedly captured by Ukrainian forces after being allegedly tricked into signing a Russian military contract. He claims he traveled for an engineering job but was forced to fight, highlighting a pattern of foreig
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has initiated a Ramadan support program, distributing food items to over 300,000 vulnerable households, with strict warnings against diversion and inclusion of Christian residents during Lent.
Prominent Nigerian lawyers, academics, and civil society leaders have strongly reacted to the presence of United States soldiers in Nigeria, calling it a violation of national sovereignty and warning against foreign interference in domestic security matte
Mike Igini, former INEC Electoral Commissioner, warns that the newly passed Electoral Act 2026, allowing manual result tabulation during network failures, could endanger the lives of presiding officers, who are often youth corpers, by sparking violent dis
Former Vice Presidential aide Hakeem Baba-Ahmed has openly criticized ex-Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai's recent actions, warning they worsen tensions amid federal charges. He urges restraint in Nigeria's unforgiving political climate.
Peru's Congress has removed President José Jerí from office via a censure vote, marking the country's eighth leadership change in less than ten years amid ongoing political instability and a scandal involving meetings with a Chinese businessman.
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State alleges his PDP-led administration has received zero federal support while APC states got over N500 billion, vowing to remain with PDP despite defections.
A Nigerian woman, Oluranti Olufunmilayo Esther Akinyemi, passed away three days after arriving in the UK for her son's graduation. The family seeks funds to repatriate her body to Nigeria.
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani as Renewed Hope Ambassador and deputy director-general for APC outreach, aiming to boost party mobilisation ahead of the 2027 elections amid political developments.
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Ogun State Government has cleared pension and gratuity arrears for workers who retired between 2012 and 2020. Finance Commissioner Dapo Okubadejo announced the milestone, revealing significant financial growth and budget increases.
Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai remains in EFCC custody for a second night as investigations into financial misconduct and alleged phone interception intensify, with sources noting his religious observances are being accommodated.