CSOs oppose alleged planned transfer of INEC Enugu REC to Imo
The coalition said the reported transfer of the REC from Enugu State, if confirmed, could further weaken public confidence in the electoral process in Imo.
Ndume questions US bill targeting Kwankwaso, says proposed sanctions are misplaced
Senator Ali Ndume has expressed surprise over a bill introduced in the United States Congress seeking sanctions against a former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso, describing the move as “out of place”. Ndume, who represents Borno South, spoke on Friday during an interview on Politics Today on Channels Television. “I am surprised that Kwankwaso’s […]
Valentine: FRSC warns against speeding, drunk driving
The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, has cautioned motorists against drunk driving, excessive speed and reckless driving during the Valentine’s Day celebrations.
Trump to send second aircraft carrier to pile pressure on Iran
US President Donald Trump said Friday he was sending a second aircraft carrier group to the Middle East — warning it would be a “bad day for Iran” if it fails to make a deal on its nuclear program. Trump has upped the military threat against the Islamic republic in the wake of Tehran’s deadly […]
Makinde crowns 14 Oyo chiefs as Obas despite Alaafin’s S’Court move
Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, on Friday proceeded with the elevation and coronation of the Alago-Oja of Ago-Oja Land and 13 other high chiefs and Baales as crown-wearing Obas…
DeeOne to Peter Obi: Groundnut politics won’t deliver 2027 victory
Nigerian comedian, Aderombi Adedayo, popularly known as DeeOne, has advised former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to overhaul his political strategy ahead of the 2027 general election, arguing that modest public gestures and what he described as “sympathy votes” would not be enough to secure victory.
Troops kill scores of terrorists, nab 38, rescue 50 victims in one week – DHQ
The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja made this known in a statement on Friday in Abuja.
Attempted arrest: El-Rufai facing karma, not persecution — Adeyanju
Deji Adeyanju, has said former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, is facing “karma” and not persecution, amid controversy surrounding an alleged move by security operatives
Marwa reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to global anti-drug fight
“Criminal networks operate across borders and therefore require a unified, coordinated and intelligence-driven global response,” Marwa said.
2027: ADC welcomes INEC timetable, demands real-time results
“We welcome the early release of the timetable, which provides political parties, stakeholders, and the Nigerian electorate with needed clarity for long-term planning and democratic preparation.
Ex-Ogun First Lady, Lucia Mama Onabanjo laid to rest in Ijebu-Ode
Abiodun said the late matriarch lived a simple and disciplined life, deliberately staying away from public attention while earning deep respect for her humility, faith and ethical standards.
