Osun Grove Tensions: Palace Seals Church to Restore Calm
Religious and traditional authorities in Osun State, Nigeria, have activated de-escalation protocols following allegations that a Christian cleric and his […]
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INEC Neutrality on ADC Dispute Tests Democratic Resolve
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced it will maintain a neutral position while awaiting judicial resolution of an
NSCDC Zamfara Deploys 365 Officers For Easter Security
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Zamfara State Command has activated a comprehensive security deployment involving 365 officers
ADC Alleges APC Pressured INEC Over Party Leadership
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Federal Government of pressuring the
Atiku Calls El-Rufai DSS Detention Politically Motivated
Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar has characterized the ongoing detention of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai as politically
INEC Removes ADC Leadership From Portal Over Court Order
Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has removed the African Democratic Congress (ADC) leadership committee headed by David Mark from
Nasir El-Rufai Gets Son Solidarity After Kaduna Court
Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, member of the House of Representatives for the Kaduna North Federal Constituency, has publicly reaffirmed his backing
Borno Governorship Succession Shifts Alliances Ahead 2027
Political realignments are shaping Borno State’s 2027 gubernatorial succession race following Governor Babagana Zulum’s dissolution of the state’s executive council.
Tinubu Visit To Ogun State Confirms Economic Recovery
Representative Gboyega Isiaka, Chairman of the House Committee on National Planning and Economic Development, said President Bola Tinubu’s scheduled visit
CBN Banking Sector Recapitalisation Programme Concludes
The Central Bank of Nigeria has confirmed the successful conclusion of its banking sector recapitalisation programme, with financial institutions raising
Sharia Court Judges Sworn In Bauchi To Ensure Fair Justice
Bauchi State Chief Judge Rabi Umar on Wednesday inaugurated a new cadre of Sharia Court judges, charging them to uphold
ADC Alleges APC Sponsors Protest Over Leadership Crisis
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of organizing a demonstration in Abuja aimed