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National Assembly

February 9, 2026

We’ll accept if Tinubu wins 2027 presidential election based on real-time transmission of results: Obi

Mr Obi has said that he and other opposition politicians will accept the winner of the 2027 presidential election if the results are transmitted in real time.

Peter Obi
February 6, 2026
Yunusa Tanko
February 6, 2026

2027 elections timetable ready, says INEC chair Amupitan

INEC’s chair, Joash Amupitan, has urged political parties to intensify mobilisation of eligible voters across Abuja, ahead of the February 21 council election.

Amupitan at INEC’s quarterly consultative meeting
February 5, 2026

Ex-NCP presidential candidate Onovo berates Senate over rejection of e-transmission of election results

Mr Onovo said, “We have lost another opportunity to restore confidence in Nigeria’s electoral system.”

Nigerian Senate
February 5, 2026

PDP slams Senate for rejecting real-time electronic transmission of election results

“This rejection is most shameful and unfortunate, attracting condemnation from all democratic-minded persons,” said PDP.

Senate President, Godswill Akpabio [Photo: TopeBrown]
January 31, 2026

Muslimat want hijab included in NYSC uniform; Muslim students exempted from sports shorts

Ms Amasa advocated a community-driven programme that empowers hijab-wearing women through mentorship, skill development, and leadership training.

NYSC members wearing hijab
January 31, 2026

ADC accuses NASS of deliberately delaying electoral bill to ‘frustrate’ key reforms

ADC warned that delayed amendments to the Electoral Act 2022 posed serious compliance and eligibility risks if not passed on time.

National Assembly
January 29, 2026

Pastor Chris Okafor urges NASS to regulate social media, punish offenders

Mr Okafor, at a news conference on Thursday in Lagos, explained his displeasure with most bloggers and online influencers in Nigeria.

Pastor Chris Okafor