A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognise former Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Imo West Senatorial District in the 2027 general elections. Justice Obiora Egwuatu, who delivered the judgment on Thursday, also directed the incumbent governor, Hope Uzodimma,ContinueContinue reading “Just In: Court sacks Uzodimma, recognises Okorocha as Imo West Senatorial candidate,”
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2027: ADC senatorial candidate dies in US
Dr Austin Avuigwerie Orette, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) senatorial candidate for Delta South in the 2027 general elections, has died in Houston, Texas, United States. Orette’s death was announced on Saturday, Oct. 24, by his media strategist, Henry Ovie Ebireri. However, the statement did not disclose the circumstances surrounding his death. The late politicianContinueContinue reading “2027: ADC senatorial candidate dies in US”
Just In: Ondo Assembly passes State Police bill
The Ondo State House of Assembly on Monday passed the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026, to establish the State Police Services in Nigeria. The bill scaled second and third readings during plenary, with all members present supporting its passage. The passage signalled the Assembly’s endorsement of the proposedContinueContinue reading “Just In: Ondo Assembly passes State Police bill”
2027: “Don’t let them lie to you, fuel subsidy is gone for good,” Tinubu tells Nigerians
President Bola Tinubu has warned Nigerians not to be deceived about fuel subsidy, saying the intervention is part of Nigeria’s past. Tinubu made this statement at the flag-off of his presidential re-election campaign in Kaduna on Saturday. The president promised Nigerians a better tomorrow. He urged voters to be careful not to be misled asContinueContinue reading “2027: “Don’t let them lie to you, fuel subsidy is gone for good,” Tinubu tells Nigerians”
2027: Atiku, ADC plot to scuttle Tinubu’s presidential campaign flag off in Kaduna – APC alleges
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council has accused former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) of plotting to discredit the party’s presidential campaign flag-off in Kaduna through alleged fake news and manipulated digital content. The council’s spokesperson, Dele Alake, made the allegation in a statement on Saturday, claiming thatContinueContinue reading “2027: Atiku, ADC plot to scuttle Tinubu’s presidential campaign flag off in Kaduna – APC alleges”
No regrets over removal of fuel subsidy – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated that he has no regrets regarding the removal of the petrol subsidy, insisting that Nigeria cannot return to “Egypt”. Tinubu also commended his son, Seyi, who is the Patron of the City Boy Movement, a political campaign structure for his re-election.l The President spoke on Monday at a forum titled,ContinueContinue reading “No regrets over removal of fuel subsidy – Tinubu”
Proposed federal varsities, fire service underway in Ondo South – Faduyile
Ondo South Senator, Prof. Dayo Faduyile has said that there are plans underway for the district to have its own Federal University of Health Sciences, National Open University and Fire Service Station Command Centre. Faduyile made this disclosure while featuring on a Live Yoruba Radio programme “IRIJU MI” on Adaba 88.9 FM, Akure, on MondayContinueContinue reading “Proposed federal varsities, fire service underway in Ondo South – Faduyile”
2027: APC unveil campaign timetable as Tinubu limits physical campaign to 12 states
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially released its campaign rally timetable for the upcoming Presidential election, scheduling events across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The itinerary kicks off with an official flag-off in Kaduna State on Oct. 24, and will run through January 9, 2027, concluding with a majorContinueContinue reading “2027: APC unveil campaign timetable as Tinubu limits physical campaign to 12 states”
Oyebanji sworn-in as Ekiti Gov. for second term
The Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji, was on Friday sworn in for a second term in office. Oyebanji’s re-election and inauguration marked a historic milestone in Ekiti’s political history, as he broke the state’s succession jinx, with previous administrations unable to secure a consecutive term for their occupants. Oyebanji was inaugurated alongside his deputy,ContinueContinue reading “Oyebanji sworn-in as Ekiti Gov. for second term”
Faduyile supports bill to decriminalise suicide attempts
The Senator representing Ondo South Senatorial District, Prof. Dayo Faduyile OON, has thrown his weight behind the need to end criminalizing suicide in Nigeria. Faduyile in a statement signed by his aide, Steve Ovirih, made available to newsmen in Okitipupa noted that, a good number of people who indulge in the thought of suicide, arisesContinueContinue reading “Faduyile supports bill to decriminalise suicide attempts”