Thursday, October 1, 2026

Politics

March 13, 2026

Centre advocates full implementation of local government autonomy

Mr Ononamadu said that LG autonomy and improved accountability would reduce corruption in the country, strengthen the local economy and reduce insecurity.

ALGON members
March 13, 2026

Nigeria divided between ‘those in government and those outside it’: Tambuwal

“That was the intention, and one of the conditions was that Peter Obi must not remain in the Labour Party to contest,” Mr Tambuwal alleged.

Aminu Tambuwal
March 12, 2026

2027: Nasarawa lawmaker urges electorate to vote credible leaders

He solicited prayers and support from the widows and other constituents.

Solomon Akwashiki
March 12, 2026

Rapper Balendra Shah’s party wins Nepal election

Mr Shah rose rapidly in politics, particularly among young voters frustrated with traditional parties.

Balendra "Balen" Shah,
March 12, 2026

Senators fault Abaribe’s move to dump APGA for ADC, warn he risks losing seat

The Senators noted that Mr Abaribe could lose his seat if he does not reconsider his resignation from APGA.

Senate Minority Leader, Enyinnaya Abaribe
March 12, 2026

Leadership Impasse: PDP’s BOT constitutes reconciliation committee

The PDP board of trustees has constituted a special committee to interface with the party’s legal team and stakeholders to foster internal reconciliation.

PDP leaders
March 12, 2026

Cross River assembly passes open defecation prohibition bill

The Cross River House of Assembly has passed a bill prohibiting open defecation.

Open defecation
March 12, 2026

LG Elections: OYSIEC seeks support for new IPAC executives

Mr Akinade commended Governor Seyi Makinde’s government for supporting the conduct of local government council elections since 2021.

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde (Photo Credit: Twitter)
March 12, 2026

God chose me as Nigeria’s president; I’m die-hard democrat, Tinubu declares

“I followed the leadership destiny that God has chosen for me. There’s no doubt about it. I am a die-hard democrat,” Mr Tinubu said.

Bola Tinubu and National Working Committee members of the All Progressives Congress
March 12, 2026

Wike upgrades Abuja traditional rulers for supporting Tinubu

“What else can we say but thank you. Now that you have done your own, we will do our own too. Abaji people have spoken, and they have spoken very well,” Mr Wike said.

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike