The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has clarified the basis for the dates announced for the 2027 General Election, following public concerns over their proximity to nationally recognised holidays (Ramadan) and observances. In a press statement issued on February 13, 2026, and signed by National Commissioner and Chairman of theContinue Reading
The Chairman of the (INEC), Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan, has officially announced February 20, 2027, as the date for Nigeria’s Presidential and National Assembly elections, while Governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections will hold on March 6, 2027. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Friday, Prof. AmupitanContinue Reading
Five members of the United States Congress have introduced a bill seeking visa restrictions and asset freezes against former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), and other named entities over alleged violations of religious freedom in Nigeria. The proposed legislation, titledContinue Reading
The Executive Chairman of Langtang North Local Government Council, Hon. Pirfa Tyem, on February 11, 2026, welcomed officials of the Plateau State Government for the official flag-off of the Mban–Gwiwakogi Bridge and its 5.8-kilometre access road, describing the project as a major milestone in the infrastructural development of the area.Continue Reading
Nollywood star Bolaji Ogunmola is considering stepping away from social media after a wave of criticism over intimate scenes in her latest movie, The Bloom After. The backlash intensified this week following the release of the film, in which Ogunmola shares multiple on-screen kisses with co-star Daniel Etim-Effiong, sparking heatedContinue Reading
Some Republican members of the United States House of Representatives have introduced a bill seeking to designate Fulani ethnic militias as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) over alleged religious violence in Nigeria. The proposed legislation, titled the Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026, was introduced by Representative RileyContinue Reading
Abuja, Nigeria — The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced a nationwide initiative offering free business name registration to 3,500 small businesses across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The intervention, unveiled as part of activities marking the Commission’s 35th anniversary, is aimed at reducing the financialContinue Reading
The Nigerian Senate has approved a combination of electronic and manual methods for transmitting election results, adopting a hybrid approach in the ongoing review of the Electoral Amendment Bill. Under the decision, presiding officers at polling units are to upload results electronically to the Independent National Electoral Commission’s Result ViewingContinue Reading
PDP Support Groups Urge Alfred Dapal to Return Ahead of 2027 Elections A coalition of coordinators of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) volunteer support groups across Plateau State has appealed to former governorship aspirant, Mr. Alfred Dapal, to return to the party as preparations for the 2027 general elections intensify.Continue Reading
More than 300 Nigerian Army personnel have been deployed to Bashar Chiefdom in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State in a renewed effort to curb terrorism, kidnapping and cattle rustling in the area. The troops, deployed under Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) and led by the Sector 2 Commander, ColonelContinue Reading
