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PDP Factional Chairman Tanimu Turaki Appeals Bench Warrant

The Tanimu Turaki, factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has appealed a bench warrant issued for his arrest by a High Court in the Federal Capital Territory, Maitama, and filed an application seeking a stay of execution. The warrant was issued on Thursday by Justice Peter Kekemeke after Turaki failed to appear

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INEC Unveils Updated Voter Education Manuals Ahead of 2027 Polls

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has launched updated voter education manuals as part of efforts to tackle voter apathy and boost participation ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement posted on its official X handle, the Commission said the initiative was carried out in collaboration with national and international partners, including the

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Power Minister Apologizes Over Prolonged Blackouts, Promises Improvement

Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has apologized to Nigerians over the prolonged and severe electricity outages recorded in recent weeks. ⚡ Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, Adelabu admitted that the ongoing blackout has worsened living conditions, particularly amid the intense dry-season heat being experienced across parts of the country. The

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INEC Meets Political Party Leaders, Unveils New Guidelines Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has convened a meeting with leaders of political parties at its headquarters in Abuja to unveil and deliberate on new electoral guidelines ahead of the 2027 general elections. 🗳️ The meeting brought together chairmen and secretaries of registered political parties, alongside their representatives, to discuss preparations and strengthen collaboration

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Labour Party Zones 2027 Presidential Ticket to Southern Region

The Labour Party (LP) has announced that its presidential ticket for the 2027 general elections has been zoned to the southern region of the country, as political activities begin to gather momentum ahead of the polls. 🗳️ The disclosure was made by the party’s National Caretaker Committee Chairman, Nenadi Usman, on the sidelines of a

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Dickson Laments PDP Crisis, Says Jonathan ‘Must Be Sad’ Party Is ‘Killed and Buried’

Senator Seriake Dickson has expressed dissatisfaction over the ongoing crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating that former President Goodluck Jonathan “must be sad” about the party’s current state. Dickson, who recently defected to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), said the PDP — which produced three presidents since Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999

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Akpabio Congratulates Nigerian Women on International Women’s Day

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has congratulated women, particularly Nigerian women, on this year’s International Women’s Day. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, the Senate President praised Nigerian women for the sacrifices they make for their families and for their role in building society. Akpabio

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Tinubu Praises Nigerian Women, Promises More Opportunities

President Bola Tinubu has commended the contributions of Nigerian women to national development, assuring that his administration will create more opportunities for them to contribute further to the country’s growth. In a message celebrating the resilience and achievements of women, the President said it is the responsibility of government and society to create conditions where

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Rivers Deputy Governor Urges Women to Give Their Best in All Endeavours

The Deputy Governor of Rivers State, Ngozi Nma Odu, has urged women in the state to always give their best in every sphere of life. Professor Odu made the call in her goodwill message to mark the 2026 International Women’s Day. She encouraged women to continually strive for the good of society by contributing their

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Amaechi Says Governance Collapsed in Rivers After 2015, Urges Support for ADC

Former Rivers State Governor, Chibuike Amaechi, has said governance in the state collapsed after he left office in 2015. Amaechi made the remark during an event in Port Harcourt, where he criticised his successor, Nyesom Wike, and the current governor, Siminalayi Fubara, accusing them of failing to understand what governance entails. According to the former

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