2027 timetable could trigger crisis — Gbenga Hashim warns INEC
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — Former presidential candidate Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim has warned that the timetable released by the Independent National Electoral Commission for the 2027 general elections could deepen political tension and destabilise party structures across the country. Hashim said the compressed schedule was already creating pressure within the political system, fuelling internal disputes and […]
Supreme Court sets aside ₦1.07bn award to ex-Kogi deputy governor
The Supreme Court has overturned a ₦1.07 billion award granted to former Kogi State Deputy Governor, Elder Simon Achuba, by the Court of Appeal over alleged unpaid salaries, allowances and entitlements.
2027: Apostle Suleman urges politicians to end insults, focus on issues
Senior Pastor of Omega Fire Ministries International, Apostle Johnson Suleman, has urged Nigerian politicians to tone down inflammatory rhetoric and focus on issue-based campaigns as the country prepares for the 2027 general elections. Speaking during a recent sermon, the cleric expressed concern over what he described as the rising culture of insults, name-calling, and divisive […]
Army, Mining Marshals tighten noose on illegal mining in Kuje
At the conclusion of investigations, Mohammadu Sani and 14 others were formally charged to court accordingly.
2027: Yobe open to fair, transparent primaries – Gov Buni
…says ‘APC, Tinubu victories remains our focus’ By Ndahi Marama, Damaturu Yobe state Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni has said the All Progressives Congress (APC), is open to fair, credible and transparent primary election if there is no general agreement on the consensus mode. He said the party has not foreclosed direct election to produce […]
Consumer spending jumps 20% in Nigeria during Ramadan – Report
Visa has reported a surge in consumer spending across Nigeria during the 2026 Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr period, with premium card usage rising sharply on the back of increased travel, retail, and food-related transactions. According to its latest Visa Consulting & Analytics, VCA, Retail Spend Monitor, spending on Visa premium consumer cards in Nigeria rose […]
