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Politics

January 11, 2024

By-election: 12 candidates jostle for Gbajabiamila’s seat in Surulere constituency

The Independent National Electoral Commission says 12 candidates will contest the February 3 Surulere federal constituency I by-election.

Fuad Laguda; Gbajabiamila
January 11, 2024

APC, others warned ‘Emilokan’ won’t work in Ondo guber election

Then-APC presidential candidate Bola Tinubu popularised ‘Emilokan’ (It’s my turn) in the 2023 February 25 poll build-up.

AIYEDATIWA; APC LOGO
January 11, 2024

Knocks, kudos for Gov Soludo over traditional titles

Anambra residents blamed the traditional rulers for their woes, while others said the government was overbearing.

Gov Chukwuma Soludo (Credit: Instagram)
January 11, 2024

Over 400 lawmakers from 28 countries demand Gaza ceasefire

No fewer than 400 members of parliament from 28 countries have launched an appeal for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza war.

Israeli-Gaza war
January 11, 2024

Supreme Court dismisses APC’s appeal against Governor Eno

The lead counsel to the respective parties withdrew their separate appeals following hints from the court’s panel of justices that they had no merit.

Supreme Court and Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno
January 11, 2024

Obi praises Tinubu’s entourage cut, demands 60% governance cost reduction

The “measure is just scratching the surface as it is limited in scope and can only lead to a negligible saving,” said Mr Obi.

Bola Tinubu and Peter Obi
January 11, 2024

Supreme Court reserves ruling on Ogun governorship poll appeal

The appeal filed by Mr Adebutu sought the nullification of Mr Abiodun’s declaration as governor.

Ladi Adebutu and Governor Dapo Abiodun
January 11, 2024

INEC seeks application from observers for rerun, by-elections

“Elections are scheduled to take place simultaneously in the affected constituencies on Saturday February 3.

Mahmood Yakubu
January 11, 2024

Supreme Court to deliver judgment on Kano governorship poll Friday

“They told us to appear on Friday for the judgment.’’

Governor Abba Kabir-Yusuf
January 10, 2024

INEC ready for rerun polls in Kano, says REC

“We have prepared and equipped our personnel with basic electoral knowledge for the conduct of free, fair and transparent elections,” he said.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)