A fresh twist has emerged in the legal dispute involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has opposed attempts seeking the party’s deregistration. Court documents obtained indicate that INEC filed a strong objection, arguing that the application lacks legal backing and fails to meet constitutional requirements for deregistering a …
Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has taken a frontline role in the political campaign for Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke ahead of the 2026 governorship election. Davido was named Chairman of the Imole Youth Campaign Council, a platform set up to mobilise young voters in support of Adeleke’s re-election. Governor Adeleke said …
The minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday said he has not endorsed any candidate for the 2027 governorship election in Rivers State, insisting that such a decision would be taken collectively by political stakeholders. Wike spoke during his monthly media parley in Abuja, where he also dismissed claims that Governor Siminalayi …
A devastating rainstorm has claimed two lives and destroyed more than 50 houses in Dokan Mai-Jama’a, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, leaving many residents homeless. The Village Head of Dokan Mai-Jama’a, Hamisu Tukur, confirmed the incident, stating that the storm caused widespread destruction across the community. Residents said the heavy downpour, accompanied by …
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered all Commissioners of Police to conduct an immediate and comprehensive audit of arms and ammunition across their commands as part of efforts to strengthen accountability and operational efficiency. Disu said the audit must be thorough, transparent, properly documented, and submitted to Force Headquarters within a stipulated timeframe, …
Senator Victor Umeh, who represents Anambra Central, has defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). His defection was formally announced in a letter read on the floor of the Senate on Tuesday, May 5, by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Umeh said the decision followed wide consultations with his family, …
Zenith Bank Plc has announced the retirement of its Founder and Group Chairman, Jim Ovia, following the expiration of his tenure in line with regulatory requirements. The bank disclosed this in a corporate notice issued in Lagos on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. “The board expresses its deep appreciation to Jim Ovia for his outstanding service …
The Alliance for Economic Research and Ethics has challenged claims by Moniepoint that it has over 500 vacancies with no qualified Nigerians to fill them, describing the statement as misleading and not backed by evidence. In a statement on Monday reacting to comments by Moniepoint Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tosin Eniolorunda, the group said the …
The Debt Management Office (DMO) has opened subscriptions for the May 2026 FGN Savings Bond on behalf of the Federal Government of Nigeria, offering returns of up to 14.525 per cent to retail investors seeking safe and steady income. The debt office announced this in a circular on Monday, May 4, stating that the offer …
Vice-President Kashim Shettima on Sunday flagged off the 2026 Hajj flight operations to Saudi Arabia, urging intending pilgrims to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects positively on Nigeria. A total of 473 pilgrims from Kogi State were airlifted from the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, to Saudi Arabia for the annual pilgrimage. The pilgrims …
