INEC Receives 110 Applications For New Political Parties
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has received applications from 110 associations seeking registration as political parties, assuring Nigerians that the process will be handled with transparency and in strict accordance with the law. The INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, who made this known today during a consultative meeting with media executives at […]
INEC Receives 110 Applications for New Political Parties, Set to Resume Voter Registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has received applications from 110 associations seeking registration as political parties, assuring Nigerians that the process will be handled with transparency and in strict accordance with the law. The INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, who made this known today during a consultative meeting with media executives at […]
Neymar Extends Santos Contract Until End Of 2025
Neymar on Tuesday extended his contract with Brazilian club Santos until the end of 2025, as he attempts to recapture his form in time for next year’s World Cup. He stated that he followed my heart and had made his decision, saying Santos is not just his team, his home, roots, history, and life,”Neymar started […]
Kenyans To Mark One-Year Anniversary of Anti-Government Protests Amid Renewed Unrest
Kenyans are expected to take to the streets in large numbers on Wednesday to mark the one-year anniversary of anti-government protests that culminated in the storming of parliament and several deaths as police opened fire on demonstrators. Although the protests eventually faded after President William Ruto withdrew proposed tax hikes that had initially sparked the […]
IGP Arrest 26 Over Yelwata Killings
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the arrest of 26 persons suspected to be masterminds of the killings in Yelwata, Benue State. The IGP said the police were on the heels of other suspects who participated in the Yelwata killings while assuring Nigerians that the police are not overwhelmed as they are […]
Tinubu Rejects NASS Library Trust Fund Amendment Bill
President Bola Tinubu has officially declined to sign the National Assembly Library Trust Fund (Establishment) Amendment Bill 2025 into law, citing several constitutional and policy concerns that, if left unaddressed, could undermine existing government frameworks and set what he described as an “unsustainable precedent.” In a formal communication addressed to the Speaker of the House […]
Brazilian VP Alckmin Visits Abuja For Strategic Dialogue
Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin is in Abuja for the second session of the Nigeria–Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism (SDM), aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between both nations. Accompanied by his wife, Maria Lúcia Alckmin, the Vice President touched down at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, where top Nigerian officials received him. […]
NSA Links Poverty, Hunger To National Security Threats
At the 14th National Security Seminar held in Abuja, the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, warned that poverty and hunger have become primary drivers of insecurity, violence, and societal instability across Nigeria. They expressed concern over how these socioeconomic issues have escalated into serious national […]
VP Shettima Urges Integration Of Informal Economy Into Formal Intra-African Trade Framework
The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has said Africa’s future economic success depends on its ability to integrate the informal sector into the formal intra-African trade framework, particularly through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Senator Shettima, who stated this on Monday when he declared open the 4th African Union Micro, Small and Medium […]
Super Falcon Coach Madugu Names Final WAFCON Squad
Super Falcons’ star striker Asisat Oshoala and experienced defender Ashley Plumptre are part of the list of players named by coach Justin Madugu for the 2024 Women’s African Cup of Nations. The list released on Friday also has captain Rasheedat Ajibade, with 11 players set to make their debuts at the tournament which will take […]
