The Electoral College of Nigeria criticizes Senate's refusal to mandate real-time electronic transmission of election results, warning it undermines transparency and democratic legitimacy.
Former Education Minister Oby Ezekwesili criticizes Senate for retaining optional electronic transmission of results in Electoral Act, warning it undermines transparency ahead of 2027 elections.
US President Donald Trump reportedly proposed renaming Washington Dulles Airport and New York's Penn Station after himself in exchange for releasing frozen federal infrastructure funds, according to CNN and NBC sources.
The PDP's Turaki-led National Working Committee asserts that INEC lacks constitutional power to appoint party leadership, criticizing its recognition of a rival caretaker committee as vexatious.
US President Donald Trump has declined Russian President Vladimir Putin's proposal to extend strategic nuclear weapons limits following the expiration of the New START treaty, calling for new comprehensive negotiations.
Former Education Minister Oby Ezekwesili criticizes Senate's handling of Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026, warning against actions that could provoke public anger and undermine democracy.
Rabiu Kwankwaso and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf made separate visits to Singer Market in Kano following a fire disaster, testing their political influence amid ongoing tensions in the state.
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Nigerian nightlife entrepreneur Cubana Chief Priest declares interest in 2027 elections, raising questions about celebrity politics and governance readiness in Nigeria.
Former US President Donald Trump warns terrorists and bandits in Nigeria of severe consequences if they continue attacking Christian communities during National Prayer Breakfast address.
US President Donald Trump has introduced TrumpRx.gov, a platform offering discounted prescription medications including weight-loss and fertility drugs, ahead of midterm elections.
A High Court in Enugu State has ruled that the United Kingdom must pay £420 million in compensation to families of 21 coal miners killed by British colonial authorities in 1949, declaring the deaths unlawful and ordering a formal apology.
Former President Donald Trump announces a National Jubilee of Prayer event on May 17, 2026, aiming to rededicate America as one nation under God during the 250th anniversary celebrations.
Norwegian authorities have launched a corruption investigation into former Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland following revelations about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, with Økokrim examining potential gifts and benefits.
Canada and France have opened diplomatic consulates in Greenland's capital Nuuk, signaling strong international support for the autonomous territory amid US interest in Arctic control.
Edo APC chairman Jarret Tenebe describes ADC as a 'gay party' filled with alleged homosexuals, sparking controversy in state politics.
Celebrity chef Nze Uzochukwu Elui calls on Southeast youths to rally behind Obi Cubana following his appointment as City Boy Movement regional director, citing alignment with entrepreneurial values.
AdvoKC Foundation condemns Senate's passage of Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026, warning optional electronic transmission and weakened penalties threaten 2027 election integrity.
Former US President Donald Trump discloses coordinated Christmas Day air strikes in Sokoto targeting ISIS terrorists, sparking sovereignty debate in Nigeria.
Nigeria's electoral commission has approved two new political parties - Democratic Leadership Alliance and Nigeria Democratic Congress - increasing registered parties to 21 for the 2027 general elections.
Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode discloses that both he and ex-presidential aide Reno Omokri retracted harsh criticisms of President Bola Tinubu years back, denying allegations linking Tinubu to Funso Williams' death.
Saudi Arabia has discreetly eased its 73-year alcohol prohibition, permitting wealthy foreign residents to purchase drinks in Riyadh's Diplomatic Quarter as part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Vision 2030 reforms.
President Bola Tinubu has condemned the brutal attack in Kwara State that killed about 100 people, vowing Nigeria will not bow to terrorism and promising perpetrators won't escape justice.
US President Donald Trump acknowledged Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu at the National Prayer Breakfast as both nations discuss security cooperation against terrorism in northern Nigeria.
A compliance officer testified in court about N46.5 million transferred to American International School Abuja in former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello's ₦80 billion money laundering case.
Enugu High Court holds British government accountable for 1949 Iva Valley coal miners killings, ordering £420 million compensation and formal apologies to victims' families.
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Russia has declared a German diplomat persona non grata in a symmetrical response to Berlin's earlier expulsion of a Russian official, escalating diplomatic tensions between the two nations.
Amnesty International reveals North Korea executes citizens, including children, for consuming South Korean entertainment like Squid Game and K-pop under harsh anti-reactionary laws.
Aides of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso have dismissed claims he was urgently flown abroad for medical treatment, stating his trip is personal and unrelated to health concerns.
Abdul-Aziz Ganduje visited Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso in Kano, sparking speculation about political reconciliation ahead of 2027 elections amid ongoing rivalry.
Presidential hopeful Peter Obi warns that electoral misconduct witnessed in 2023 will not be tolerated in 2027, urging Nigerians to defend democracy and reject manipulation.