Quick Read: Former African Development Bank (AfDB) President Akinwumi Adesina met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa to conclude his 10-year tenure and offer his services for Nigeria's development. While Adesina expressed strong support for the current administration's economic reforms, he clarified that he is not seeking a formal government position.
Quick Read: Former African Development Bank (AfDB) President Akinwumi Adesina met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa to conclude his 10-year tenure and offer his services for Nigeria's development. While Adesina expressed strong support for the current administration's economic reforms, he clarified that he is not seeking a formal government position.
Quick Read: Government Ekpemupolo, known as Tompolo, has formally endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term, arguing that the President's courageous economic reforms require more time to yield long-term benefits. The endorsement was marked by the donation of 30 vehicles to the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement in Imo State to bolster grassroots campaign efforts.
Quick Read: The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a directive for citizens in the South-east and parts of the South-South to boycott the All Progressives Congress (APC). This move is a direct response to the perceived judicial delay in hearing the appeal of their leader, Nnamdi Kanu, who was sentenced to life imprisonment for terrorism in 2025.
Quick Read: The Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters has successfully screened 16 nominees for the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) governing board. The committee urged the appointees to prioritize national interest and integrity as they prepare for their roles in human rights protection.
Quick Read: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has launched an investigation into suspicious, potentially AI-generated photographs identified in its preliminary voter register. The commission is currently reviewing these records to address technical or procedural lapses ahead of the 2027 general election.
Quick Read: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is conducting an investigation following public outcry over the identification of AI-generated photographs in the national voters' register. The commission is working to verify the claims and assess the impact on the electoral database.
Quick Read: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has publicly declared Rivers State's full support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections. He emphasized a commitment to ending political violence and fostering a united, collective leadership model in the state.
Quick Read: Representatives from MIKTA countries met in Abuja to solicit Nigeria's partnership in reforming global climate finance systems ahead of COP31. Nigeria signaled its commitment to moving from a passive participant to an active architect in global climate policy, focusing on adaptation and implementation.
Quick Read: Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has formally declared that the Rainbow Coalition Movement has no place in his state, mandating that all APC-aligned support groups work exclusively for the party. This stance highlights a deepening rift between Uzodimma and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike regarding the strategy for President Tinubu's 2027 re-election.
Quick Read: INEC has admitted to identifying questionable entries in its preliminary voters' register following public outcry over AI-generated images and deceased individuals. Simultaneously, Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele highlighted the severe economic strain on poor Nigerians, noting that some households spend more than their total income on food.
Quick Read: Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele disclosed that some Nigerian households spend 120% of their income on food, highlighting the severe impact of the current cost-of-living crisis. Political economist Pat Utomi responded to the revelation by criticizing the administration, asserting that citizens deserve better living conditions.
Quick Read: Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has expanded his administration by appointing 101 new aides, including prominent Nollywood figures. Among the appointees are actresses Eucharia Anunobi and Rachael Okonkwo, who will serve as senior special assistants.
Quick Read: Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has formally requested that the National Assembly block President Bola Tinubu's multi-billion dollar external loan proposal. Atiku contends that the administration has failed to provide necessary transparency regarding project specifics and warns that the funds could be misused for political campaigning.
Quick Read: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is under scrutiny after citizens identified potential irregularities in the preliminary voters' register published online. The concerns include claims of AI-generated images and duplicate records, prompting widespread social media criticism.
Quick Read: More than 200 former councillors previously affiliated with the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State. This move is aimed at bolstering support for Senator Sharafadeen Alli in anticipation of the 2027 political landscape.
Quick Read: President Bola Tinubu has ordered an intensified security investigation following the murder of Sheikh Yahaya Ibrahim Masussuka and his associate in Katsina State. The directive follows a claim of responsibility by the terrorist group Ansaru, which targeted the cleric for his peaceful religious advocacy.
Quick Read: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has formally accused President Bola Tinubu of jeopardizing Nigeria's economic future. This criticism stems from the administration's move to secure substantial new foreign loans.
Quick Read: Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called for a commitment to generational progress, asserting that current leaders must improve the state of affairs for future generations. This philosophy underscores his approach to governance and legacy.
Quick Read: The Nigerian Senate has passed the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (Establishment) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2026. This legislation introduces criminal liability and heavier fines to curb environmental degradation caused by oil spills in the petroleum sector.
Quick Read: The Nigerian Senate has resolved to initiate legislation requiring mandatory identification for tenants in the Federal Capital Territory. This move, championed by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, seeks to prevent criminals from using rented residential and commercial properties as hideouts for illicit activities like human trafficking.
Quick Read: The Makinde-Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation (MDPCO) has petitioned the EFCC to investigate claims that ministerial positions are being sold for billions of naira. The group argues that these allegations, originally voiced by an APC spokesperson, threaten the integrity of governance and suggest that public office is being treated as a financial investment.
Quick Read: Governor Caleb Mutfwang has vowed to bring perpetrators to justice following an attack on Gero community in Jos South LGA that left six people dead. Security agencies have launched joint clearance operations and are utilizing evidence recovered from the scene to track the assailants.
Quick Read: Nyesom Wike has issued a warning to the Nigerian electorate regarding the 2027 general elections. He explicitly advised against voting for candidates who have demonstrated financial mismanagement in their past roles.
Quick Read: The Nigerian Senate has launched an inquiry into travel agencies and short-let apartment providers. This move is part of a broader effort to combat human trafficking within the country.
