INEC Backs Electoral Bill Reforms for Fair Nigeria Elections
The Chairman of Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has publicly addressed heightened national discourse surrounding the […]
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INEC Fixes Feb 20, 2027 Presidential Election Date
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially scheduled Nigeria’s next presidential election for February 20, 2027. The announcement was
Kanu Absent at Parents’ Death Anniversary from Python Dance
Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), will be absent from ceremonies marking the seventh
Ramaphosa Sends Troops to Curb Gang Violence, Illegal Mining
President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised the deployment of South African National Defence Force (SANDF) troops to assist police in combating
Federal Free Metering: BEDC Installs 75,000 Meters
Benin Electricity Distribution Company Receives 75,000 Free Meters from Federal Government The Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) has taken delivery
Shehu Sani Condemns N36m Health Sector Allocation for 2025
A former Nigerian senator has publicly criticized the federal government over reports indicating a minuscule allocation of just 36 million
Hajj 2026: Kano Screens, Immunises 1,253 Pilgrims
The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has screened and immunised 1,253 prospective pilgrims as part of preliminary health preparations for
Atiku Warns Revolution Imminent Over Human Rights Abuse
Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar has warned that escalating human rights violations could trigger widespread unrest in the country.
MONUSCO Faces Goma Residents Skepticism Over Peace
The acting head of the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), MONUSCO, arrived in Goma
MONUSCO in Goma Faces Peace Doubts Amid DRC Crisis
The arrival of the newly appointed acting head of the United Nations mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO)
Katsina Governor’s Cup 2025: Radda Reaffirms Youth Sports
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, has reiterated his administration’s focus on youth development and community cohesion through sports, following
Kidnappings in Ora-Igbomina: Kings Demand Urgent Security
Traditional rulers from the Network of Kings in Osun State have condemned a surge in kidnapping incidents targeting the border