Osun Governorship Election: 2.3 Million Voters Face Crucial Choice in August 15 Poll More than 2.3 million registered voters in Osun State are expected to decide the next governor on Saturday, August 15, in an election that goes beyond the usual contest between political parties. The poll, originally scheduled for […]
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has called on President Bola Tinubu to resign, arguing that worsening economic conditions, rising insecurity, and unfulfilled campaign promises have weakened public confidence in the administration. Drawing comparisons with political accountability in established democracies, Obi referenced recent developments in the United Kingdom and […]
Governor Biodun Oyebanji has described his re-election as a “humbling vote of confidence” after INEC declared him the winner of the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election. The APC candidate secured a landslide victory with 319,224 votes, defeating PDP’s Oluwole Oluyede (40,543 votes) and ADC’s Dare Bejide (12,872 votes). Oyebanji recorded […]
Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race gained another contender as the National Democratic Party (NDP) officially unveiled Ada Fredrick as its presidential candidate, positioning her as a fresh voice for youth empowerment, women’s inclusion, and grassroots-driven governance. The party says Fredrick, founder of the Ward2Ward movement and a key force behind the […]
Presidential hopeful Peter Obi has officially exited the African Democratic Congress, raising fresh questions about Nigeria’s political realignments ahead of the 2027 elections. In a reflective statement, the former Anambra governor blamed a “toxic political environment” marked by internal crises, legal battles, and external interference—issues he says are undermining genuine […]
In a decisive step toward decentralizing Nigeria’s security architecture, Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu has formally submitted a 75-page framework for the establishment of state police to the Senate, signaling what he calls an “irreversible” shift in the nation’s policing strategy. The comprehensive document, titled “A Comprehensive Framework for the […]
The race for the Gateway State just got a major contender. Renowned journalist and public administrator ’Mọdele Sarafa-Yusuf has officially declared her bid for the 2027 Ogun State Governorship. Positioning herself as the “safest option” for a state known as Nigeria’s industrial powerhouse, Sarafa-Yusuf’s declaration prioritizes institutional stability over political […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has formally summoned Nigeria’s former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Abubakar Malami, signaling a new phase in the agency’s widening investigations into high-level activities under the previous administration. According to an invitation letter dated November 24, the anti-graft commission requested Malami’s presence […]
After a decade of transformative leadership, Professor Mahmood Yakubu has officially concluded his historic tenure as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), handing over to Mrs. May Agbamuche-Mbu, who will now serve as Acting Chairman. The transition, described as “orderly and constitutionally guided,” took place on Wednesday during […]
President Bola Tinubu has today presided over the first Council of state meeting of his administration. The meeting which was held at the Council Chamber of the State House Abuja with former presidents Goodluck Jonathan and Muhammadu Buhari in attendance in person and former Heads of State, Generals Gowon Yakubu, […]
