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Edo Guber: Who Succeeds Obaseki as Governor

February 28, 2026

Voters across Edo State’s three senatorial districts, 18 local government areas, 192 wards and 4,519 polling units went to the polls on November 12, 2024, to elect a governor to succeed Godwin Obaseki, whose eight‑year tenure was coming to an end. Outgoing Governor Obaseki was first elected in 2016, in a contest supported by his...

Warning Signs for 2027 Emerge After FCT Area Council Elections

February 28, 2026

Observers, political actors and civil society groups have pointed to several issues in the recently concluded Federal Capital Territory area council elections as early warning signs that could influence Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, according to a Vanguard report. The February 2026 area council polls were held across Abaji, AMAC, Bwari, Gwagwalada, Kuje and Kwali. Official...

PDP Faction Labels Fintiri’s APC Defection ‘Act of Cowardice’

February 27, 2026

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party has condemned the defection of Governor Ahmadu Fintiri to the All Progressives Congress, describing his decision as an act of “unrestrained cowardice” and a challenge to the principles of multi-party democracy. Fintiri’s move from the PDP to the APC followed public speculation and the governor’s formal announcement of...

Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri Defects from PDP to APC

February 27, 2026

Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the ruling All Progressives Congress, ending weeks of speculation about his political alignment. In a statewide broadcast on Friday, the governor announced his departure from the PDP alongside members of his cabinet and party officials. The development follows recent defections by members...

Court Flags Procedural Lapses as Nnaji’s Legal Team Pushes for Timely Resolution

February 26, 2026

Briefed By Dr. Robert Ngwu Proceedings in the suit instituted by Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji against the University of Nigeria and other Respondents, including the Vice Chancellor and the former Acting Vice Chancellor in their personal capacities as 3rd to 7th Respondents, came up as scheduled before the Federal High Court of Nigeria, Abuja Judicial...

Gov Aiyedatiwa vs Ondo NASS Members: Tension Over 2027 Return Tickets Intensifies

February 26, 2026

The reported cold war between Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and the state’s National Assembly members over return tickets ahead of the 2027 general elections deepened, a party source said. The development was disclosed in Akure amid ongoing political activities in Ondo State. The disagreement centres on the prospects of sitting federal lawmakers from the...

Makinde, Kwankwaso Hold Closed-Door Meeting in Ibadan

February 25, 2026

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde held a closed-door meeting with Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, the Punch has reported. The meeting took place at the Oyo State Government Secretariat on Wednesday. A brief video shared by Oyo Affairs showed Makinde arriving at...

ADC Raises Alarm Over Alleged Assassination Attempt on Peter Obi

February 25, 2026

The African Democratic Congress has condemned an alleged assassination attempt on its leader Peter Obi and other party officials in Benin City, Edo State, saying the incident poses a serious threat to Nigeria’s democratic process. The party’s condemnation was contained in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, following an incident in...

Atiku Demands Transparency on El-Rufai Detention, Cites Health Concerns

February 24, 2026

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has called on the Federal Government to provide clear information about the detention of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai amid reports of health complications and limited access to his family and legal representatives. Atiku issued the call in a statement released on Tuesday following reports about El-Rufai’s detention and conditions...

APC’s Maikalangu Re‑elected AMAC Chairman in FCT Poll

February 22, 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Christopher Maikalangu of the All Progressives Congress as the duly elected chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory elections. The declaration followed the area council chairmanship election held on February 21, 2026. The collation and announcement of results were conducted under the...

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School Kidnappings Crisis: NLC Threatens Solidarity Strike Over Rising Abductions

June 3, 2026

The school kidnappings crisis in Nigeria has prompted the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to threaten a nationwide solidarity strike if authorities fail to address the growing wave of abductions targeting schools. The labour movement expressed concern over the increasing attacks on educational institutions, particularly the recent abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo State. NLC...

ISWAP Commander Killed as Troops Eliminate 50 Terrorists in North-East

June 3, 2026

An ISWAP commander killed during ongoing military operations in Nigeria’s North-East was among at least 50 terrorists neutralised by troops of Operation Hadin Kai, according to military authorities. The operation, which targeted Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters and other insurgents, was carried out as part of intensified efforts to dismantle terrorist networks operating...

Enugu Teachers Besiege Government House, Demand Release of Abducted Oyo Pupils

June 2, 2026

Teachers in Enugu State on Tuesday joined a nationwide solidarity rally organised by the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), marching to the Government House in Enugu to demand the immediate release of abducted Oyo pupils and their teachers. The demonstration followed a directive from the national leadership of the union after the abduction of dozens...

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