The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, has announced a significant decline in major criminal activities across the state within his first year in office. Jimoh attributed the improvement to intelligence-driven policing, strengthened community collaboration and enhanced operational capacity. He disclosed this on Tuesday while briefing journalists at the Lagos State Police Command headquarters in Ikeja, presenting a performance review covering the period from February 18, 2025, to February 17, 2026. According to him, internal security remained largely stable during the period, with no major breakdown of public order. He noted that public demonstrations were effectively managed to ensure…
Author: Ifeanyi Nwagboso
The South East leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the Federal Government of orchestrating the party’s internal crisis to prevent it from participating effectively in the 2027 general elections. The allegation was made on Tuesday by the party’s South East Vice Chairman, Ali Odefa, during the inauguration of the Abia State PDP Caretaker Committee at the party’s zonal office in Enugu. Odefa claimed that the ongoing disputes within the PDP were part of a calculated plan by the administration of President Bola Tinubu to weaken the opposition. “There are people who are bent on destroying PDP. They…
The Senate has approved the electronic transmission of election results while retaining manual collation as a backup in the Electoral Act (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill, 2026. The resolution followed a tense plenary session that culminated in a division on Clause 60 of the bill, which addresses the transmission and collation of election results. A total of 55 senators voted to retain the controversial manual backup proviso, while 15 lawmakers opposed it. Among those who stood against the clause was Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe (ADC, Abia South). The red chamber had earlier passed the bill but later rescinded its decision and recommitted…
Former Abia State governor and senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has declared that he will oppose the re-election of Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, in the 2027 governorship election. Kalu made the statement during an interview on Sunrise Daily, a programme on Channels Television, stressing that party loyalty must take precedence over personal friendship. The senator noted that he maintains a cordial relationship with Otti and believes political differences should not undermine personal ties. “I always believe if he wants to be in his party, be in your party and vote for your party. I’m a member of…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Joe Igbokwe, has declared that President Bola Tinubu has no rival ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Igbokwe made the assertion in a post on his Facebook page, stating that there is no political force capable of defeating the President in the next general election. “Without sounding immodest I can tell you that PBAT has no rival. There is no magic that will make people stand with you if you do not have anything to bring to the table. There is always a payday for every good work. Victory…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over his reported declaration of “war” against anti-Tinubu candidates ahead of the February 21, 2026 elections. In a statement issued on Monday and signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party described the comment as “irresponsible and dangerous,” warning that it would not deter Nigerians from exercising their right to vote. According to the ADC, the minister’s remarks were particularly troubling at a time when the country is grappling with economic hardship, insecurity and political tension. “We consider the Minister’s declaration…
Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on Monday visited Kado-Kuchi in Abuja to campaign for candidates of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the forthcoming Federal Capital Territory council election. The election for chairmen and councillors across the FCT area councils is scheduled to hold on Saturday, February 21, 2026. In a video seen by reporters, a large crowd gathered in Kado-Kuchi to welcome the former Anambra State governor. Supporters were heard chanting slogans and expressing their backing for the ADC, with many repeatedly saying, “Our vote must count!” The visit forms part of efforts to mobilise voters in communities…
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, will on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, swear in 14 newly appointed judges of the Federal High Court. The inauguration ceremony is scheduled to take place at Courtroom Two of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, Abuja. The National Judicial Council (NJC) had recently recommended the 14 candidates to President Bola Tinubu for appointment as judges of the Federal High Court. According to a statement issued on Monday by the Director of Information and Public Relations of the Supreme Court, Dr. Festus Akande, members of the bench, bar and media organisations are expected to attend…
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has released the list of aspirants cleared to participate in its chairmanship primaries ahead of the 2026 local government elections in Anambra State. The list was made public on Sunday at the party’s state secretariat in Awka and includes candidates cleared to contest across the 21 local government areas of the state. In a statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary of APGA, Dr. Ejimofor Opara, the party said the clearance followed the completion of screening exercises conducted in accordance with its guidelines. According to the statement, aspirants from all the local government areas…
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, has dismissed claims that he is opposed to former presidential candidate, Peter Obi. Momodu said he has consistently supported the former Anambra State governor and denied harbouring any anti-Obi sentiments. He was reacting to a post on X by user @Blazeregent, who urged him to purge himself of what was described as anti-Obi bias. The comment followed Momodu’s earlier remark advising a Peoples Democratic Party chieftain, Bode George, to purge himself of anti-Atiku sentiments. The X user wrote: “Purge yourself anti-OBI first. You have no moral right to criticize matters…
The Senate will reconvene for plenary on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by Emmanuel Odo, Clerk of the Senate. Odo said he was acting on the directive of the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, to formally notify lawmakers of the resumption date. According to the statement, the plenary session is scheduled to commence at 11 a.m. in the Senate Chamber. “I am directed by His Excellency, the President of the Senate, Sen. Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON, to inform all distinguished Senators that the Senate will reconvene plenary session as follows:…
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Idris Kalgo, has claimed that President Bola Tinubu has lost the support of Northern Nigeria. Kalgo also expressed optimism that the ADC would unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. He made the remarks on Saturday while fielding questions during an interview on Trust TV, monitored by newsmen, where he spoke on the party’s preparations for the polls. “We are actually happy at the ADC because February 20, 2027 is the date when Nigerians will decide. And it’s also going to be a date whereby we are…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Elijah Ayodele, has said that President Bola Tinubu has performed better than former Presidents Muhammadu Buhari and Goodluck Jonathan, despite facing widespread public disapproval. Speaking to journalists in Lagos on Sunday, Ayodele said Tinubu’s administration has recorded notable achievements but claimed that many Nigerians and some close associates are opposed to his second-term ambition. “Tinubu has done well for Nigerians, but the problem is that Nigerians hate him. The problem is nemesis. Tinubu’s problem is that those surrounding him don’t like him and they don’t want him for a second term,” he said.…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the publication of the personal particulars of candidates and their running mates for the forthcoming governorship election in Osun State. In a statement issued on Sunday by Musa Olurode, Osun INEC Public Affairs Officer, on behalf of the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, the commission confirmed that 14 political parties successfully uploaded the names and required documents of their candidates within the stipulated timeframe. According to the statement, the submissions followed the conclusion of party primaries and the closure of the designated portal for uploading candidates’ particulars. The compliant political parties…
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has declared his readiness to contest the 2027 general election, assuring supporters that he will be on the ballot despite alleged resistance from the Federal Government. Obi made the declaration on Saturday in Uyo at the OBIDIENT Conference and Official Declaration for the African Democratic Congress (ADC), themed “Activating the PO Effect in ADC.” He claimed to have it on good authority that the Federal Government does not want him to contest in 2027 but insisted that he would participate in the election regardless of the circumstances. “I left Labour…
The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) in Edo State has postponed its state congress indefinitely following disagreements among members over the party’s voters’ register. The crisis, which has reportedly factionalised the party into two groups, was said to have stemmed from disagreements over the mode of conducting the congress. While some members advocated for a direct congress, others supported an indirect process. The congress, initially scheduled to commence at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, was delayed until about 2:00 p.m. as party members failed to reach a consensus on the modalities for the exercise. Chairman of the Electoral Committee for the congress,…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ogun State has suspended Jimi Lawal, a former aide to ex-Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over alleged anti-party activities. The party also unveiled a caretaker committee to oversee its affairs pending the conduct of a state congress. State Chairman of the ADC, Femi Soluade, announced the development in a statement issued on Saturday in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. Soluade said the move was part of a broader restructuring process aimed at restoring stability within the party. “We have suspended Mr. Jimi Adebola Lawal and declared him a non-member of the party due to…
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…
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…