Thursday, November 12, 2026

Politics

November 8, 2023

U.S. politician faces criminal charges over alleged $10 vote buying

“Any accusations that my team paid residents in exchange for their votes are unequivocally false.’’

Justin Hurst
November 7, 2023

IGP Egbetokun deploys Frank Mba, two other DIGs for election duty in Imo, Bayelsa, Kogi

The spokesperson for the police said the force had deployed adequate personnel and assets before the election.

Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun (Credit: @policeng)
November 7, 2023

Polls Coverage: NBC cautions broadcasters against compromise, violation of code

Mr Ebuebu said the commission has observed, with deep concerns, how ethics have been thrown to the winds by politicians.

NBC
November 7, 2023

PDP confident of winning Bayelsa, Imo, Kogi guber polls

Mr Ologunagba said the PDP had engaged in vigorous, issue-based and people-driven campaigns in the three states.

PDP
November 7, 2023

INEC begs Kogi politicians to give peace chance for successful, credible guber poll

The INEC chairman said the commission was fully prepared for the governorship election, calling on the residents to obey election rules.

Mahmood Yakubu
November 7, 2023

NSCDC warned against supporting APC, Labour Party, PDP, others in Imo

“This is a national assignment, and I expect you to be professional, civil, and polite but firm in the discharge of your duties and responsibilities.”

NSCDC officials on duty used to illustrate the story
November 7, 2023

Kano government approves N40 billion for road, health projects

The Kano government has approved over N40 billion for road infrastructure and other viable projects in the state.

Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf (Credit: Facebook)
November 7, 2023

Philippines ex-President Arroyo removed as deputy House speaker

The Philippines’ House of Representatives on Tuesday removed congresswoman and former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo as a deputy speaker.

Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo
November 7, 2023

Show of force to scare ballot box snatchers, support Nigeria’s democracy: Army

The Nigeria Army says it has begun mobilising troops to provide security during the November 11 governorship and state house of assembly elections in Bayelsa.

Governor Douye Diri and Timipre Sylva
November 7, 2023

Akpabio threatens to punish civil servants, MDAs not complying with Senate resolutions

Mr Akpabio stated that non-compliance with Senate resolutions is unacceptable, as it undermines the foundation of Nigeria’s democracy.

Senate President, Godswill Akpabio [Photo: TopeBrown]