The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) criticized the 2023 general elections, saying the flawed process has severely undermined public confidence in the country’s democracy. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) rejected these claims, insisting the election met legal standards and challenged the bishops to produce evidence of rigging. Bishops Decry Electoral Malpractice and Loss …
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to prosecute politicians already engaging in premature campaigns ahead of the 2027 general elections. Falana, who spoke during an interview on Channels Television's Sunday Politics, described the development as “abnormal” and warned that violators must be made to face trial …
Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN) has said all it wants is a mutually-beneficial deal with the Dangote Refinery. DAPPMAN said its members are in support of the Dangote refinery but need better collaboration with the management of the refinery to serve Nigerians better in the supply of petroleum products. This comes …
Traders and motorists commuting along the Aba–Ikot Ekpene highway have raised serious concerns over what they describe as widespread extortion by security agencies and local toll collectors operating numerous checkpoints along the route. A once-smooth interstate drive between Akwa Ibom and Abia states has reportedly become a nightmare for drivers and passengers, especially traders who …
The FCT Police Command on Friday rescued two individuals lying in their pool of blood at Chicken House Junction, Wuse 2. The rescue operation followed a distress call to the police on Friday morning. According to the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, officers immediately mobilized to the scene, rescued the victims who …
The government of Eswatini has rejected claims that it agreed to accept Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadorian facing deportation from the United States. Last week, the Trump administration suggested sending Abrego Garcia to Eswatini after he expressed fear of deportation to Uganda. He has no ties to the African kingdom. Eswatini government spokesperson Thabile Mdluli …
The Federal Government has announced plans to convert Nigeria’s 417 grazing reserves into “Renewed Hope Livestock Villages” with modern infrastructure and services. Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, revealed this during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA). The agreement will lead to deployment of solar-powered mini-grids across …
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Ministerial Task Force has halted construction activities at the disputed River Park Estate in Lugbe, Abuja, and arrested workers who allegedly violated a subsisting court order. An Abuja High Court had directed parties in the estate dispute to maintain the status quo pending the resolution of ownership and development rights. …
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has warned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to take immediate action against politicians and political parties engaging in early election campaigns or face legal action. In a letter dated September 13, 2025, SERAP’s Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare, faulted the Commission for what it described as indifference toward …
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has reassured retired officers of the Nigeria Police Force of the Federal Government’s commitment to addressing their pension concerns and improving living conditions. Federal Commissioner, Inspectorate Department of PenCom, Chief Sam Chigozie Uwandu, gave the assurance during his maiden official visit to police retirees in Enugu State. Uwandu revealed that …
