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Politics

July 11, 2026

Tinubu-Shettima ticket roadmap to APC’s victory in 2027: Zamfara Lawmaker

The lawmaker described it as a milestone toward the APC’s victory in the upcoming general elections.

President Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima
July 11, 2026

2027: Labour Party unveils Hajja Konto as vice-presidential candidate

Mr Asogwa said her nomination underscored the party’s commitment to gender inclusion, national unity and competent leadership.

Hajja Konto
July 11, 2026

Gov Yusuf visits Shettima, congratulates him on emergence as Tinubu’s running mate

Mr Yusuf described Mr Shettima’s emergence as recognition of his commitment and service to the nation.

Gov Yusuf visits Shettima
July 11, 2026

Tinubu choosing Shettima as 2027 running mate gives APC full control of north, lawmaker says

The senator expressed confidence that northern voters would overwhelmingly support the Tinubu-Shettima ticket.

President Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima
July 11, 2026

Youths shun Edo LG polls to play football in Benin

The youth mounted goalposts and played football in sets.

youths playing football on the field of Uselu Secondary School,
July 11, 2026

Gov. Okpebholo lauds voter turnout in Edo LG poll

Mr Okpebholo urged residents to continue to conduct themselves peacefully throughout the voting process and to await the official declaration of the results.

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo
July 11, 2026

Edo LG Polls: APC leaders hail turnout, peaceful process

Mr Edusei described the voter participation as encouraging, saying it surpassed what he had witnessed in previous elections.

Election
July 10, 2026

No school abduction in Oyo for years until hours after I declared for presidency: Makinde

Mr Makinde slammed critics who said it was his responsibility to secure the release of the abducted victims in the state.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State
July 10, 2026

SDP asks INEC to maintain the status quo on party leadership

The SDP, therefore, urged INEC to maintain the status quo on the party’s leadership pending the determination of the appeal.

Social Democratic Party (SDP)
July 10, 2026

Senegal’s top court calls parliament-backed reform unconstitutional

Senegal’s top court has struck down changes to the country’s constitution that would have altered the balance of power in government.

Bassirou Diomaye Faye