Politics

Again, Fubara, Wike meet Tinubu in Abuja

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

The meeting has raised hopes among political observers and residents of Rivers State that the prolonged political crisis may soon…

NSE states position on Senate rejection of real-time transmission of election results

Isa Isawade

2 months ago

The body explains that through real-time transmission, the country stands the chance of benefiting from reduced risk of manipulation, faster…

ADC Consolidates South-South as Obedient Movement Makes Strategic Entry in Delta – Oboh

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

The South-South political landscape shifted decisively on February 7, as the Delta State chapter of the Obedient Movement formally declared…

INEC records 573,395 new voters as BVAS shines in FCT test

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

According to figures released by INEC, 281,502 registrants completed their registration through the online pre-registration platform, while 291,893 finalised the…

Beyond the compulsory real-time transmission of results

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The controversy surrounding the 2023 presidential election illustrates this problem clearly. The candidate who came third has continued, years later,…

2027: We don’t need governors to back Tinubu — Wike

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

Wike also noted that the unity shown by local leaders in Rivers State proves their determination to stand by President…

North–South Alliance: Obi–Kwankwaso ticket proposed ahead of 2027

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

The proposal was announced on Friday in Kano by Abba Sadauki Gwale, who spoke on behalf of several Kwankwaso support…

NNPP rejects Kwankwaso’s 2019 claim, sets record straight

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“It is sad that Senator Kwankwaso attempted to convert the intellectual property of the founder of NNPP to his personal…

APC names Masari to head National Convention Committee

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The reconstituted committee includes all 27 serving APC governors, the party’s former National Chairman, Bisi Akande, as well as Adams…

Atikulates vs Obidients: The Scramble for the Soul of ADC

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

In spite of the record, their union did not survive the next election cycle. A separation of ways came in…

PDP crisis: Turaki faction reacts to plan Wike-backed group to reopen national secretariat

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Ememobong said his faction of the PDP has already written to the Inspector General of and the Commissioner of Police,…

Why we postponed Ibadan mega open air meeting indefinitely – Oyo APC

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

adare said the opportunity of the planned meeting would also be used to formally welcome some bigwigs and their supporters…

PDP to reopen secretariat Monday – Caretaker Committee

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“No other person should parade himself or herself as a member of the NWC of the PDP.

APC chair flags ‘silent disenfranchisement’ of election-day worker

Paul Dada

2 months ago

He noted that by the time he assumed office, work on the Electoral Bill had largely been completed, but early…

PDP crisis: Turaki faction fumes over INEC’s recognition of Wike-backed leaders

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

The Turaki led faction of PDP insisted that there is no provision for a National Caretaker Committee in its constitution…

Abaribe, 12 other senators insist Senate passed clause on e-transmission of results

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Abaribe also reiterated that a committee had been set up to harmonise the passed version of the senate and that…

“Your legal battles distracting INEC,”, Amupitan tells political parties’ leaders

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Amupitan also expressed concerns over increasing internal crossing within political parties, urging party leaders to prioritise constructive dialogue over divisive…

INEC registers two new political parties

Paul Dada

2 months ago

The development was announced in Abuja by INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, during the commission’s quarterly consultative meeting with leaders…

Senate rejection of electronic transmission of results sparks ADC outrage

Paul Dada

2 months ago

The ADC called on Nigerians to hold the ruling party accountable for undermining democracy.

Suswam joins APC hours after dumping PDP

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Despite his exit, the former governor expressed appreciation to the PDP for the opportunities it afforded him over the years,…

JUST IN: Senate Passes Electoral Act Amendment Bill

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The bill was approved on Wednesday after lawmakers concluded a clause-by-clause consideration in the Committee of the Whole, a process…

JUST IN: Senate rejects Mandatory Electronic Result Transmission

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

By this decision, the chamber left the choice of how and when results are uploaded to the discretion of the…

2027 Elections at risk as INEC raises alarm over Electoral Act Amendment delay

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has raised concerns over delays in amending the Electoral Act, even as it announced…

Ex-Benue Governor Suswam dumps PDP, says Party trapped in Endless Crisis

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Former Governor of Benue State, Gabriel Suswam has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing persistent and unresolved internal conflicts…

FCT polls: INEC tasks media on professionalism, mobilisation of voters

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

The INEC commissioner reminded journalists that the INEC portal for media accreditation would close on Feb. 8, urging interested organisations…

Grassroots power driving APC’s expansion nationwide, Yilwatda insists

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

On the economy, the APC chairman said reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have strengthened state finances, enabling governors to…

I was with Wike, but I’ve repented – Makinde blasts PDP faction

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Speaking during the commissioning of the newly constructed PDP Secretariat in Oke-Ado, Ibadan, Makinde questioned Wike’s achievements in his home…

Wike slams Turaki: Court vindicates my PDP faction, Stop lying to Nigerians

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Speaking during the PDP National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held yesterday in Abuja, Wike questioned Turaki’s earlier claim that the…

Critics miss big picture on Tinubu’s travels- APC chairman

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“These missions have been focused on economic cooperation, trade expansion, and enhanced strategic partnerships,” he added.

Electoral fraud is democracy’s worst crime – Oshiomhole

Paul Dada

2 months ago

According to him, Nigeria’s existing electoral laws already spell out punishments for electoral offences. “On vote buying, there are penalties.…

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