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ADC chieftain says Tinubu government treats Nigerians like slaves

ADC chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo accuses President Tinubu's administration of corruption, insecurity failures and treating Nigerians as slaves.

March 19, 2026

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Nigeria spent N32.8 trillion on defence in 15 years, yet insecurity worsens

Nigeria spent N32.8 trillion on defence in 15 years, yet insecurity continues to claim lives and displace millions of citizens.

March 19, 2026

News

Nigeria Sets New 2027 Election Dates as INEC Revises Timetable

KEY POINTS INEC fixed Jan 16, 2027 for presidential and national assembly elections and...

February 27, 2026

News

AAC Rejects FCT Area Council Poll Results, Alleges Widespread Irregularities

KEY POINTS AAC rejected the FCT Area Council election results, calling the process manipulated...

February 24, 2026

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INEC Signals Fresh 2027 Election Timetable Review After New Electoral Law

KEY POINTS INEC plans to release a new 2027 election timetable to comply with...

February 23, 2026

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Court Orders INEC to Register National Democratic Party

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court ordered INEC to register the National Democratic Party...

February 20, 2026

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Senate Revises Election Law Timeline to Avoid Ramadan Clash Ahead of 2027 Polls

KEY POINTS The Senate reduced election notice requirements from 360 days to 300 days...

February 18, 2026

News

INEC Announces Date for Presidential Election in 2027

KEY POINTS INEC scheduled presidential and National Assembly elections for February 20, 2027. Governorship...

February 14, 2026

News

INEC Declines to State Position as Senate Reverses Stance on Real-Time Election Result Transmission

KEY POINTS INEC declined to comment on the electoral amendment controversy until lawmakers complete...

February 13, 2026

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INEC Registers Two New Political Parties Ahead of 2027 General Elections

KEY POINTS INEC has registered the Democratic Leadership Alliance and the National Democratic Congress...

February 6, 2026

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Court Removes Julius Abure as Labour Party Chairman

KEY POINTS The Federal High Court removes Julius Abure as Labour Party chairman, recognising...

January 22, 2026

Politics

Baba-Ahmed Denies Declaring Presidential Bid

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed says he never declared a presidential bid, clarifying that his remarks only reaffirmed his membership of the Labour Party.

January 9, 2026

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INEC Opens Online Accreditation for FCT Election Coverage

INEC has opened an online accreditation portal for journalists covering the FCT poll, signaling early preparations for structured media access during the elections.

December 15, 2025

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INEC Chief Flags Fresh Fears Over Voter Roll

INEC warns that new registrations are rising but a long-neglected, unclean voter register could undermine election credibility unless citizens verify entries.

December 11, 2025