The Kwara State Government has reacted to a viral video clip allegedly released by armed bandits following the February 3, 2026 attack on Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of the state. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, said the government was deeply concerned about the disturbing footage, which reportedly showed some persons taken during the attack. “The government is deeply concerned over the disturbing video released by terrorists earlier today, allegedly showing some persons taken during the tragic February 3 attack on Woro community,” the statement read. “As always, our thoughts are…
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Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has defended his approach in the political confrontation with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, describing what critics termed “weakness” as a deliberate strategy to preserve peace and ensure political survival. Fubara made the remarks on Friday in Lagos while receiving the Man of the Year award at the New Telegraph Award/Dinner Night. In his acceptance speech, the governor reflected on the pressures of leadership, ongoing political tensions in Rivers State and his efforts toward reconciliation. “Today for me is a very special day, and also special for everyone who has…
The Kano State chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to remove the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the scheduled date for the 2027 presidential election. The party made the demand on Saturday in a statement signed by its Kano State Publicity Secretary, Ibrahim Karaye. According to the statement, the presidential election has been fixed for February 20, 2027, a date the party noted falls within the Ramadan fasting period observed by Muslims. The NNPP described the decision as unacceptable, alleging that it could affect the participation of Muslim…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured Nigerians that it will ensure fair and equal access to voting in the 2027 general elections, amid concerns that the scheduled dates coincide with the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. INEC had earlier announced that the Presidential and National Assembly elections would be held on February 20, 2027, while the governorship and state House of Assembly elections are slated for March 6, 2027. The commission also fixed May 22 to June 20, 2026, for political parties to conduct their primaries. However, some Nigerians, particularly Muslims, have expressed concern that the February 20…
The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the alleged destruction of billboards bearing the image of President Bola Tinubu in Gusau. In a statement issued on Friday in Gusau, the state Publicity Secretary of the party, Yusuf Idris, described the development as disturbing and warned that it could trigger political violence in the state. According to him, the party observed the removal and destruction of billboards displaying the president’s posters in parts of the state. Idris alleged that the situation had been ongoing and began with what he described as a clampdown on APC billboards…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect. The dissolution was announced on Thursday. Following the directive, all commissioners and special advisers have been instructed to hand over to the permanent secretaries or the most senior officers in their respective ministries. Governor Fubara expressed appreciation to the outgoing members of the Executive Council for their service to the state and wished them success in their future endeavours. The development was disclosed in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Onwuka Nzeshi.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially announced the timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Friday, INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, dismissed earlier reports suggesting that the Commission had already released the election timetable. Amupitan said the formal release of the notice of election and schedule of activities was in line with the provisions of the 1999 Constitution and the Electoral Act, 2022, as amended. According to him, the presidential and National Assembly elections will hold on February 20, 2027, while the governorship and state House of…
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has assured young people in the state of his administration’s continued support to enhance economic growth and development. The governor gave the assurance on Friday when members of the youth wing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) paid him a courtesy visit at his office. Yusuf said his government is committed to creating more opportunities for youths, noting that meaningful development cannot be achieved without their active participation. According to a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, the governor described the year as one dedicated to youth development. He stated that…
The Deputy National Youth Leader of the Abure faction of the Labour Party, Dr Barry Johnson, has criticised recent court decisions affecting the party, describing the judiciary as being in “disarray” and questioning the direction of Nigeria’s democracy. Johnson made the remarks during an interview with Trust TV while responding to concerns over the Labour Party’s internal divisions following its performance in the 2023 general elections. He maintained that the Abure-led group remains the legitimate leadership of the party, insisting that the faction he represents is recognised by the party’s constitution, the Electoral Act and the Constitution of the Federal…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has declared that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) remains the only party capable of salvaging Nigeria. Atiku made the statement on Thursday while campaigning for Dr Moses Paul, the ADC chairmanship candidate for the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), ahead of the February 21 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Local Council elections. The former presidential candidate said he joined the campaign trail in Apo Wasa, describing Dr Paul, popularly known as Dr Mo, as a candidate young people in Abuja can relate to and trust. “This morning, I gladly joined the campaign trail of Dr Moses…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Thursday flagged off its nationwide membership revalidation, mobilisation and registration exercise, alongside the inauguration of state committees to oversee the process. The event, which took place in Abuja, was attended by members of the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC), party leaders, key stakeholders and supporters from across the country. The party leadership described the exercise as a strategic and transformative step aimed at strengthening the ADC’s internal structures, deepening grassroots engagement and repositioning the party for greater national impact. ADC urged members to actively participate in the process to ensure the development of a…
Buba Galadima, a close ally of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State of working behind the scenes against the former governor. Speaking in an interview with DCL Hausa, Galadima alleged that a document currently before the Presidency is aimed at preventing Kwankwaso from entering Kano. “There is a paper before the Presidential Villa, and from what we are hearing, it is meant to prevent Kwankwaso from coming to Kano,” he said. Galadima argued that any attempt to stop the former governor from visiting his home state would be politically motivated and contrary…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has proposed a budget of N873.78 billion for the conduct of the 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, presented the proposal on Thursday before the joint Senate and House of Representatives Committee on Electoral Matters at the National Assembly. He disclosed that preparations for the 2027 polls have already commenced, noting that the law requires election funds to be approved at least 360 days before the elections. According to him, early approval of the budget will enable the commission to plan effectively and ensure the smooth conduct of the elections nationwide. “Early…
Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has declared that the state has become one of the safest in Nigeria, attributing the development to sustained collaboration among security agencies and local vigilante groups. Soludo spoke with State House correspondents shortly after meeting President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. He said the President’s message at the just-concluded National Economic Council (NEC) meeting on tackling insecurity nationwide was emphatic and reassuring. “The President’s message was emphatic, and we’re quite excited to listen to the President and his determination to stamp out insecurity nationwide,” Soludo said. Describing the protection…
Ambassador-designate Reno Omokri has clarified that he never stated he would reject any offer from the President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government. Omokri made the clarification on Wednesday while speaking as a guest on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television. His remarks follow his inclusion in the list of ambassadorial nominees recently forwarded by President Tinubu to the Senate for consideration. Responding to questions during the interview, Omokri explained that his previous comments had been misconstrued. “That’s not what I said. The question you asked me was that if Tinubu asked me to work with him, would I accept? I…
The Sokoto Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of two fraudsters, Abdulrahman Abdullahi, also known as A.A. Sabo, and Bashir Muhammad, for offences bordering on obtaining by false pretence and cheating. The duo were arraigned on separate one-count charges before the Sokoto State High Court. Abdulrahman Abdullahi was prosecuted before Justice Abubakar Adamu, while Bashir Muhammad appeared before Justice Muhammad Bargaja. The prosecutions were handled by EFCC counsel, Aliyu Bokani Usman and Yusuf Kolapo Saidu. According to the commission, the convicts were initially arrested and transferred to the EFCC by the Department…
Former Senator representing Kogi West, Dino Melaye, has claimed that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is unsettled ahead of the 2027 general elections. Melaye said despite the party’s dominance across the country with 31 sitting governors, it remains resistant to the electronic transmission of election results. In a post shared on his X handle on Tuesday, the former lawmaker mocked the ruling party, describing its stance as a sign of anxiety and lack of confidence. He noted that even with control of most states, the APC appears reluctant to support measures that would enhance transparency in the electoral process. “APC…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced plans to officially flag off its nationwide membership registration exercise as part of efforts to strengthen its structures and expand its grassroots presence across the country. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, disclosed this in a post on his X handle. According to Abdullahi, the official launch is scheduled to hold on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Barcelona Hotel, Wuse 2, Abuja. He described the exercise as a major milestone in the consolidation of the party’s internal framework. Abdullahi noted that the registration drive represents a significant step toward…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has rejected the Senate’s approval of a mixture of electronic and manual transmission of election results, warning that such a measure could create confusion. Atiku stated his position on Tuesday after a closed-door meeting with former military Head of State, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, in Niger State. Reacting to the recent amendment approved by the Senate, the former presidential candidate said he does not support combining electronic and manual methods in the transmission of election results. “I don’t support the mixture of electronic and manual transmission of election results passed by the Senate,” Atiku said.…
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has criticised the Senate over the amendment of the Electoral Act, accusing lawmakers of undermining Nigeria’s democracy. In a statement titled, “Nigerians are duped by the Senate,” shared on his X handle on Tuesday, Okonkwo faulted the amendment to Section 60 of the Electoral Act, which permits electronic transmission of election results but allows manual collation where electronic transmission is deemed impossible. He specifically took issue with a proposal by Senator Mohammed Monguno, which provides that a manually generated Form EC8A may be used for collation of results if electronic…